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The brilliant Michael Connelly incorporates his favourite themes in this double helix of a plot. A serial killer and a dark political conspiracy are unearthed by ageing Harry Bosch (THE MIRROR )
Michael Connelly is the undisputed master of police procedural thrillers and this latest episode in the colourful life of Harry Bosch is quite literally unputdownable (IRISH INDEPENDENT )
Connelly gives yet another virtuoso performance in how to write crime novels (this is his 24th and one of his most skilful yet). (Carla McKay DAILY MAIL )
The Drop is a return to form for Michael Connelly (MAIL ON SUNDAY )
Connelly is superb at building suspense through the accreditation of detail (WALL STREET JOURNAL (Europe) ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Michael Connelly is the undisputed master of police procedural thrillers and this latest episode in the colourful life of Harry Bosch is quite literally unputdownable (IRISH INDEPENDENT )
Connelly gives yet another virtuoso performance in how to write crime novels (this is his 24th and one of his most skilful yet). (Carla McKay DAILY MAIL )
The Drop is a return to form for Michael Connelly (MAIL ON SUNDAY )
Connelly is superb at building suspense through the accreditation of detail (WALL STREET JOURNAL (Europe) ) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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The brilliant Michael Connelly incorporates his favourite themes in this double helix of a plot. A serial killer and a dark political conspiracy are unearthed by ageing Harry Bosch THE MIRROR Michael Connelly is the undisputed master of police procedural thrillers and this latest episode in the colourful life of Harry Bosch is quite literally unputdownable IRISH INDEPENDENT Connelly gives yet another virtuoso performance in how to write crime novels (this is his 24th and one of his most skilful yet). -- Carla McKay DAILY MAIL The Drop is a return to form for Michael Connelly MAIL ON SUNDAY 20120101 Connelly is superb at building suspense through the accreditation of detail WALL STREET JOURNAL (Europe) 20111129
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45 of 49 people found the following review helpful
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As ever Michael Connelly pulls out a tremendous page turner of a story. The novel rattles along and as ever there are a couple of twists and turns. But what struck me most about this latest story is the way in which a sense of melancholia underpins the narrative. This is not a spoiler alert. The ending is rather downbeat but this is consistent with the way in which Harry Bosch reflects on his role as a detective and a father. This is a man trying to come to terms with his own mortality (finding time to be a better father) and the extent to which he can still reconcile his own values, his personal integrity, with the values of the LAPD. As I closed the book it struck me that this could very well be the final HB novel - and there's even a hint that the baton may be passed onto the next generation in the very near future. Maybe I'm wrong but ultimately there's only so much mileage in any character. I hope I'm wrong but if not so be it.
April 2012 I'm pleased to read that I was wrong and a new HB novel, The Black Box, is due out later this year
April 2012 I'm pleased to read that I was wrong and a new HB novel, The Black Box, is due out later this year
30 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Detective Bosch is back and investigates two crimes in Connelly's latest novel : the first involves a cold case sexual crime and the second the recent apparent suicide of an influential politician's son.
This is a great novel with strong investigative elements and just the right amount of often unsavoury politics at many levels.
One of the beauties of this Connelly novel is the absence of nonsense - there are no Batmobiles and Bosch is not Superman. The story is well-written and well-constructed, with plausible scenarios throughout as Bosch identifies clue after clue in each case. Connelly does exceptionally well in keeping us interested and guessing.
I really do like Bosch as a character but, at some point, he is going to have to spend a little more time with his daughter and in developing relationships!
I am not sure the ending is how I would have liked it, but that's about the only "blemish" I could find, and blemish is probably too strong a word. Happily too, no Kindle typo or formatting problems here.
In short, another great Connelly/Bosch novel. 9/10
This is a great novel with strong investigative elements and just the right amount of often unsavoury politics at many levels.
One of the beauties of this Connelly novel is the absence of nonsense - there are no Batmobiles and Bosch is not Superman. The story is well-written and well-constructed, with plausible scenarios throughout as Bosch identifies clue after clue in each case. Connelly does exceptionally well in keeping us interested and guessing.
I really do like Bosch as a character but, at some point, he is going to have to spend a little more time with his daughter and in developing relationships!
I am not sure the ending is how I would have liked it, but that's about the only "blemish" I could find, and blemish is probably too strong a word. Happily too, no Kindle typo or formatting problems here.
In short, another great Connelly/Bosch novel. 9/10
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
Without a doubt this is one of the strongest of the Harry Bosch books: dark, moving,thoughtful, full of twists and turns. It has got a great story - two of them in fact because Harry is juggling two very different cases - and a host of intriguing characters - Kiz Ryder, Irv Irving, David Chu from previous novels and new ones like Hannah Stone. Also, Connelly writes in a clipped,no nonsense, but evocative style that propels the narrative forward at a tearing pace. When Michael Connelly is at his best no one can beat him. Highly recommended.
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A Great read
This is Connelly at his best. An excellent plot, a well thought out and intellegent novel. Connelly remains one of the most consistently good crime writers.
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The Drop
I always enjoy reading & among authors I buy Michael Connelly books. I'm older so don't remember this storyline as bought it a while ago, but I'm sure I enjoyed it per usual.
Published 3 months ago by Virginia Lynes-lumsden
At his best
As always Mr Connelly provides another great page turner. Great read can't wait for his next book! Would live to see a film version.
Published 3 months ago by DM
Great gift.
Specifically requested Christmas present for someone who reads a lot of this author's books and rarely asks for a present. Recepient pleased with the book. Read more
Published 3 months ago by skype123
Michael Connelly does it again
Another page turner from Michael Connelly, keeps you guessing to the end. Well written as always - can't ask for more, but will Harry continue?
Published 4 months ago by Pat
Excellent book
The book was excellent and the service from amazon UK, was, as always SUPERB. Michael Vonnolly is a great writer and
Once again he has lived up to our expectations. Read more
Once again he has lived up to our expectations. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Britgirl
A worthy entry in the series, but still lacks the earlier magic.
Having read all of Michael Connelly's back catalogue I, like many other reviewers, am often suprised at the variation in quality of his work. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Cricketer427
Ghost Writer
I have read all of Connelly's books and I now conclude that there are either two very distinct styles - one exceptional and one sloppy rubbish - or two writers. Read more
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Another cracking read, kept up the suspense right till the end. cant wait for the next book.Harry Bosch is a really interesting detective his style is old world and thats... Read more
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