Thomas F. (hardtack) -
This was yet another enthralling Peter Diamond mystery, with, as always, a twist. In this case, the moral for one character might be "Beware of a wolf in sheep's clothing." But then experience is what we have after it's too late.
Cathy C. (cathyskye) -
Killing With Confetti is vintage Lovesey. The man had to be enjoying himself the entire time he was writing the book. In this eighteenth outing for the indefatigable Peter Diamond, red herrings are the main course, and Lovesey is the master chef. The story grabbed me from the start, but once I got close to the end, those twists and turns kept coming, and I was delighted.
From the grim necessities of the very real dilemma this marriage was for the police officer's family to scouting out the most likely locations for an ambush, the story would pause momentarily for much-needed humor. (Diamond on the firing range made me laugh.)
Two characters, in particular, came to life for me: Magda Lyle and her West Highland terrier, Blanche. Even though I understood why I still wish there'd been more of those two in the book. I also found myself pondering the behavior of the mother of the groom. Yes, engaging story, gales of laughter, food for thought... welcome to Peter Lovesey's neighborhood; it's a wonderful place to visit. And if you're concerned about diving into an eighteen-book series, don't be. I joined in at roughly the halfway point, and I haven't felt confused once. Join me and all the rest of the Peter Diamond fans!
From the grim necessities of the very real dilemma this marriage was for the police officer's family to scouting out the most likely locations for an ambush, the story would pause momentarily for much-needed humor. (Diamond on the firing range made me laugh.)
Two characters, in particular, came to life for me: Magda Lyle and her West Highland terrier, Blanche. Even though I understood why I still wish there'd been more of those two in the book. I also found myself pondering the behavior of the mother of the groom. Yes, engaging story, gales of laughter, food for thought... welcome to Peter Lovesey's neighborhood; it's a wonderful place to visit. And if you're concerned about diving into an eighteen-book series, don't be. I joined in at roughly the halfway point, and I haven't felt confused once. Join me and all the rest of the Peter Diamond fans!
