- Hardcover: 359 pages
- Publisher: Bantam Press (1 Nov 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0593046552
- ISBN-13: 978-0593046555
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 16 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 937,926 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"* 'Writers like Mina are breaking the mould. This is what the best crime fiction is about' Scotland on Sunday * 'Confirms Mina's place in the premier division' Guardian about Exile * 'One of the most exciting writers to have emerged in Britain for years' Ian Rankin
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'Splendidly written...magnificently readable'
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Those who have already followed the exploits of Maureen O'Donnell in "Garnethill" and "Exile" only need to know that this third book in the trilogy is now out in paperback. Anyone who hasn't yet encountered Denise Mina's wry, atmospheric take on crime fiction should do themselves a favour and read the books in order, as they are interlinked.
Once again expect dry wit, razor-sharp dialogue, lifelike characters and Glasgow as the natives see it. Also, there's a twist in the tail which may surprise you!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I'm reviewing Resolution as its the final one in the trilogy, but you have to take all 3 novels together to get the sheer brilliance of the Garnethill books. I read them a wee while ago now and I would definitely rate them as some of the best books I have read, not just the best crime books I have read. They are phenomeonal!
They have a fantastic heroine in Maureen with a good grasp of tragedy, comedy, self-deprecation and humour. The surrounding characters are well drawn and engaging. Glasgow comes to life perfectly with its real mix of unpleasantess, big city pride, history and new found class...and in a twist made even more brilliant by its simplicity...the person concerned with the crimes is herself a victim of crime and therefore exactly what's needed to show the pain and misery and after effects that crime and fear have. You see it like it is and hear it like it is with Maureen and its pretty hard-going in places, but I like a book that challenges me...
These aren't your average run-of-the-mill starts with a murder kind of books; they're too smart and complex for that! You'll be made to think about crime, fear, mental illness, friendship, family, religion, authority and human nature, all bound together with a sly banter and wit to stop it all becoming too worthy. In less skilled hands these issues would have you jumping off the next bridge, in Mina's hands they have you turning the pages like a blur and ordering the next novel before you've finished this one.
Each of the three is quite different in style; Resolution has the most big twists and surprises, more like a traditional crime novel. Exile is poignant and unpleasant, while Garnethill is bold and upfront. Maureen develops and changes with each novel and the trilogy aspect really works as you grow to know her better and better with each book. I felt pleased for her at the end of Resolution, but more than a bit disappointed and saddened that I wouldn't be seeing her again. Rarely do you get the chance to become so fond of a character!
My recommendation for these three? Ask for them for Christmas, take yourself off to a quiet space and revel in the chance to read something so good that isn't overshadowed by hype...and offers a handy excuse to avoid the family once the novelty has worn off! These novels will make you think of them in a whole new light believe me!
They have a fantastic heroine in Maureen with a good grasp of tragedy, comedy, self-deprecation and humour. The surrounding characters are well drawn and engaging. Glasgow comes to life perfectly with its real mix of unpleasantess, big city pride, history and new found class...and in a twist made even more brilliant by its simplicity...the person concerned with the crimes is herself a victim of crime and therefore exactly what's needed to show the pain and misery and after effects that crime and fear have. You see it like it is and hear it like it is with Maureen and its pretty hard-going in places, but I like a book that challenges me...
These aren't your average run-of-the-mill starts with a murder kind of books; they're too smart and complex for that! You'll be made to think about crime, fear, mental illness, friendship, family, religion, authority and human nature, all bound together with a sly banter and wit to stop it all becoming too worthy. In less skilled hands these issues would have you jumping off the next bridge, in Mina's hands they have you turning the pages like a blur and ordering the next novel before you've finished this one.
Each of the three is quite different in style; Resolution has the most big twists and surprises, more like a traditional crime novel. Exile is poignant and unpleasant, while Garnethill is bold and upfront. Maureen develops and changes with each novel and the trilogy aspect really works as you grow to know her better and better with each book. I felt pleased for her at the end of Resolution, but more than a bit disappointed and saddened that I wouldn't be seeing her again. Rarely do you get the chance to become so fond of a character!
My recommendation for these three? Ask for them for Christmas, take yourself off to a quiet space and revel in the chance to read something so good that isn't overshadowed by hype...and offers a handy excuse to avoid the family once the novelty has worn off! These novels will make you think of them in a whole new light believe me!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having just finished the third book in the trilogy, after reading them back to back - I'm compelled to write a recommendation. Denise Mina brings to life a range of characters and I particularly liked Maureen - how refreshing to have such a flawed 'heroine' with very real problems of her own solving the mysteries. She's sharp, very human and spunky and I can't remember the last time I warmed to a character in a book to this extent. Mina touches on many complex themes in all the books - mental illness, child abuse, alcoholism and the seemy underworlds of London and Glasgow, and unlike other authors in this genre manages to be very credible. Definitely the best crime books I've read recently.
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glasgow grit
Plot with several levels of interest running through. Well thought out and fairly pacy. She knows her Glasgow and the people.
Published 18 months ago by ES
Not Everybody's Thimbleful of Whiskey
Resolution," (2002) is third and last in what has come to be known as "The Garnethill Trilogy," a series of British mysteries by increasingly well-known Scottish-born author Denise... Read more
Published 23 months ago by Stephanie DePue
Resolution
Disappointing. Everything is wrapped up very neatly in this final part of Mina's trilogy. The ending smacks more of wish fulfillment rather than truth. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2009 by Rich
disappointing
Didn't live up to the promise of the first two books. Became too metaphysical for me.... too much navel-gazing, not enough action. got bored , didn't finish it.
Published on 16 Sep 2007 by bookhead
Gritty Mystery
Maureen O'Donnell has been abused, betrayed and is just trying to make some money. But her sister's baby is due, her father's in town and her former psychologist is up for trial. Read more
Published on 10 Nov 2004 by Ez
A good read from a promising new talent
I enjoyed the first two novels in this trilogy largely on the strength of the excellent characterisation. Read more
Published on 12 Mar 2002
Strong conclusion to the series
I love these books, and Denise Mina is just wonderful at characterization and description. Her ear for the "Glasgow banter" is so acute that half the time I think she's... Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2002
A fantastic read. Dramatic, plausible and compelling.
Resolution works delightfully as pure narrative, but Denise Mina is more than a storyteller. Her sense of place and character make this her finest novel to date. Read more
Published on 7 Jan 2002 by timlckhrst@aol.com
There is resolution !
Great book. Couldn't put it down. Definite feeling of resolution and hope. Good believable characters and descriptions of Glasgow.
Published on 26 Dec 2001
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