The second book in the Matt Davis series. After moving to the big city, Matt is enjoying the quiet life until .... yes, there's a murder to unravel and the plot twists and turns before all is revealed. You won't be able to stop turning the pages, which is what a great mystery novel is all about. Extracts from Amazon Reader Reviews: '... fast paced, easy read, easy to relate to & identify with characters.' '... This is an easy reading book but keeps your interest. A great Book.' '... I knew it had to end but didn't really want it to ...' '... The author must have had a lifetime of experience as the detail of the area, the police process etc. is phenomenal!' '... "Opening Day" kept me in suspense the whole time.' This book is recommended if you feel like a variation on an old theme The hero isn't exactly the archetypal tough guy, but goes his way like a normal guy with a difference. He's self-deprecating and full of humor ... and he does the job! Keep guessing 'til the end and take heart that a regular guy can beat the toughest crime. An Amazon Reader Review: Andrew M CapelliI bought this book because it was recommended by Amazon when I purchased an Andrew Vachss novel. The cover looked kind of cheesy, like an old Mickey Spillane paperback, but once I started into it, this book was unlike any other mystery I've ever read. The main character was incredibly refreshing. He is not a "hard boiled" detective- He's just a regular guy. In fact, I felt like I could identify with him in many ways. That was the appeal. Unlike Batman, whom I like because he represents what a human in peak form could accomplish to solve crimes, the main character of this novel is able to proceed through the mystery without any advanced training or skills of any kind. As a bonus, though, he's incredibly humorous and self-deprecating as he makes his way through the plot. If you enjoy Elmore Leonard, Lawrence Bloch or would just like to read a mystery that's a great variation on the standard genre, I highly recommend this book! The Death of Achilles: A Novel (Erast Fandorin Mystery) [Paperback]Renowned Russian war hero General Sobolev is found dead in his room at Moscow's Dusseaux Hotel, a victim of a heart attack. Prince Fandorin, just back from six years of diplomatic duty in Japan to take the job of Deputy for Special Assignments, is stunned to learn of the death of his friend.
Even more shocking is that he learns that the "Russian Achilles" as the General was affectionately known had not died in the room where the body was found and he was in the throes of passion so had not been alone. Fandorin obtains reluctant permission from his superior the Governor of Moscow Prince Vladimir Andreevich Dolgoruski to investigate. With his Japanese manservant Maso assisting him, Fandorin makes inquires into the final days of his mentor only to find himself pitted against a diabolical opponent with no scruples and the strong backing of the leaderships of government, the military and the underworld to stonewall him.
(Amazon Reader Review: Harriet Klausner) |
