Mysteries in Time
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vamysteryfanI have one set in ancient Rome, one (partly) in Victorian London, and one in modern Memphis.
Enemies at Home by Lindsey Davis. Flavia Alba carries on her father's work as a private informer in ancient Rome. If she doesn't solve a double murder, the slaves in the house will be executed. Flavia is her own character, completely different from Marcus Didius, but sharing some of the same quirks and passions. The novel is meticulously researched, the story is lively, and I didn't guess the killer. I'll look forward to more.
Enemies at Home by Lindsey Davis. Flavia Alba carries on her father's work as a private informer in ancient Rome. If she doesn't solve a double murder, the slaves in the house will be executed. Flavia is her own character, completely different from Marcus Didius, but sharing some of the same quirks and passions. The novel is meticulously researched, the story is lively, and I didn't guess the killer. I'll look forward to more.
The Sherlock Holmes FAQ by Dave Thompson. This is a terrific 21st century take on Sherlock Homes. It comes complete with synopses for all the stories and some of the movies and television shows. He writes about Arthur Conan Doyle's life, career, and interests. He also sets the stage with details about the London fog, Scotland Yard, and even the Underground. His comments on Doctor Who and Benedict Cumberbatch add fun to his lively writing style and it's well-researched.
Memphis Ribs by Gerald Duff. Two police officers chase down murderers and drug dealers in Memphis during Festival time. There's plenty of barbecue and blues in the novel, but no suspense. The bad guys are identified in the first few chapters. It was written in 1999 and it seemed dated. The blurbs said the author had a good ear for the dialect, but I'll have to take their word for it. No suspense, no mystery.
Memphis Ribs by Gerald Duff. Two police officers chase down murderers and drug dealers in Memphis during Festival time. There's plenty of barbecue and blues in the novel, but no suspense. The bad guys are identified in the first few chapters. It was written in 1999 and it seemed dated. The blurbs said the author had a good ear for the dialect, but I'll have to take their word for it. No suspense, no mystery.
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Date: 2014-09-23 03:15 pm (UTC)