Night and Day: A Jesse Stone Mystery
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If Spencer is the invincible knight, the timeless hero of American detective fiction, then Jess Stone is the flawed hero of the moment, a man whose deficiencies define his humanity - New York Times Book Review.
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If Spencer is the invincible knight, the timeless hero of American detective fiction, then Jess Stone is the flawed hero of the moment, a man whose deficiencies define his humanity - New York Times Book Review.
--This text refers to the
Hardcover
edition.
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Format:Hardcover
This is a good addition to the Jesse Stone novels. Not as intense as Parker's Spenser, but a good easy read. The regular characters are there and are becoming like old friends. Not too flawed and always painted with a little humour, we follow their exploits at work and with each book, learn a little more about them and of course, Jesse Stone himself, who at last seems to be untangling himself from his ex wife.
If you loved Ed McBain's 87th Precinct, then these books may be too light, but if you want an easy uncomplicated read, crime with a little humour and not too much blood and guts, then I think you'll enjoy Night and Day.
If you loved Ed McBain's 87th Precinct, then these books may be too light, but if you want an easy uncomplicated read, crime with a little humour and not too much blood and guts, then I think you'll enjoy Night and Day.
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Odd one this. The plot is quite linear, but the characters were good.
It's not so much a crime novel, it's more a view of humanity in a small town. But don't let me put you off, because I read this book really quickly, which is a sign I've usually enjoyed a book. It's easy to read, and driven by spoken language rather than a background plot, and it is well worth a read.
It's not so much a crime novel, it's more a view of humanity in a small town. But don't let me put you off, because I read this book really quickly, which is a sign I've usually enjoyed a book. It's easy to read, and driven by spoken language rather than a background plot, and it is well worth a read.
Format:Paperback
This is the eighth book in a series about Jesse Stone, the Chief of Police in the small town of Paradise, Massachusetts. I have not read any of the other books in the series but that didn't impact on my enjoyment of the novel. I'm not sure how to categorise it - technically I suppose it's a crime novel, but of the three central (and interlinked) cases only one is actually a crime and it's a pretty small scale one at that. Jesse is dealing with a voyeur on the loose and a school principal who is violating her female pupils' rights by inspecting their underwear. Jesse is also grappling with the breakdown of his marriage.
The novel is very dialogue driven and it hums along with a wry sense of humour. It's a quick read, similar in writing style to Neil Cross but with less violence and more wit. Jesse is a terrific character but so are the rest of his team. It also reminded me of Steve Hamilton's series about a detective in Paradise, Michigan.
The novel is very dialogue driven and it hums along with a wry sense of humour. It's a quick read, similar in writing style to Neil Cross but with less violence and more wit. Jesse is a terrific character but so are the rest of his team. It also reminded me of Steve Hamilton's series about a detective in Paradise, Michigan.
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Not convincing
This book is well written, reasonably fast paced and has witty dialog. Unfortunately the investigative methods are just not convincing. Read more
Published 3 months ago by P. J. A. Jennings
Jesse Stone books by Robert B Parker
Robert B Parker's Jesse Stone books are always a good read. His characters engage and story lines are always excellent.
Published 21 months ago by Lizzie
Superb writing, ridiculous plot
The book starts with a scene where a number of parents are blowing their top over a most bizarre incident. Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2009 by Printul Noptilor
Very good
As always a great read. Keep it up Mr Parker, I am one of your most faithful fans.
Published on 24 Aug 2009 by Gloria Cadet
Far from Parker's best
First Sentence: Jesse Stone sat in his office at the Paradise police station, looking at the sign painted on the pebbled-glass window of his office door. Read more
Published on 6 May 2009 by L. J. Roberts
Not For Mortal Stakes
"Night and Day" is not one of Robert B. Parker's better works, but if you are a fan, like I am, it is still well worth reading. Read more
Published on 3 April 2009 by Diacha
Dark Humor Focused on Disgusting Sexual Obsessions and Marital...
In Night and Day, Paradise is turned into a little Peyton Place for heterosexual deviants. Jesse Stone (like good small-town police chiefs everywhere) needs to straighten things... Read more
Published on 5 Mar 2009 by Donald Mitchell
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