Melissa O’Connor

Have loved most of the series. This one seems to have been written more as a placeholder and to slowly move forward the Serrailler family personal plot lines.

A favorite author for his his Sean Duffy series. This one is made for a movie.

A horrifying look at a woman's place in the world circa 1960s. Unfortunately, some men's behavior is only marginally better. Ending was a bit predictable.

Slap stick comedy is just not my thing. Skipped through to return early to library.

Why do fantasy novels always need a triptych? Is the middle one worth reading?

Why are all fantasy books a trilogy?

Totally facinating read. So many applications for everyday living.

Books, libraries, and academia sounded wonderful. Came off as trite and petty.

Read about a third and just did not find the characters or the plot compelling. Skimmed the rest.

I've enjoyed the Joe Talbert series. Very much appreciate the focus shifting between characters from book to book. I live in Twin Cities and recognize locations.

Thought provoking!

Couldn't finish.

Almost a 4!

Made it through a quarter of the book. Kept thinking it would get better. Nope.

I am really intrigued by this city. The book follows the lives of nine people between two disastrous hurricanes; Betsey in the 60's and Katrina. Baum gives the reader insight into the mindset of the people of this city. The nine were chosen as a cross section; covering different cultures and strata. One of my favorites was a legendary Mardi Gras ‘Indian' Tootie Montana.

3.5 stars. Plot was odd and did not quite hold together for me, but the characters are developed and relatable. Not all are likable but that is good too.

This series has potential.

I wanted to fall into the slapstick situation of Finlay and enjoy the goofy ride. This book had fun and laugh out loud moments. Unfortunately, much of the plot was cringe worthy. Still worth reading, but it will take many 4+ star reviews to have me read the next installment.

I wan't in the mood for this. After the first section, I skipped through the rest.

Themes of intersections of gender role expectations and cultures.

Deeply satisfying read! Love Cal and Trey and Lena's characters.

4th in Twin Cities based series.

Trying to hard to be clever.

Plot device of flipping between past (book written by Maggie's father) and present (Maggie's 1st person narrative) is tedious. It does not build suspense.

I liked this better than the first. Less disturbing, but still has twists and turns. Still not sure I “like” Lisbeth but I appreciate her. Looking forward to the last one.