Judith L. (jlautner) reviewed on + 105 more book reviews
Walters is something of a master of complexity. I have only read a few of her books so far but each has many twists and turns, much like real life.
Olive Martin was convicted of the murder of her sister and mother, a gruesome killing that left the bodies in pieces in the kitchen. Olive is intelligent and very large, and was known for her protection and love of her younger sister.
Rosalind Leigh, romance novelist, is pushed by her agent to do a story on Olive. Poeple want to know why Olive did it, and why she confessed. Reluctantly, Roz agrees, as her latest romance novel has not found a publisher. She seems to be out of touch so a different type book might get her name back in print.
Initially, Roz is not interested in the case, and finds Olive "disgusting". Olive is not taking care of herself and it shows. But there are little hints when Roz interviews her that there may be a story here. Olive is not particularly forthcoming and does not make it easy.
Over time, though, Roz pursues the story, both by interviews in prison and by hunting down others involved in the case. She starts to formulate a theory or two. The work is difficult because witnesses seem to contradict each other.
Throughout her investigation, Roz's mind changes back and forth. Is Olive guilty or not? Is everything in Olive's house as reported by others? What is the real story?
I found the book absorbing and interesting, and enjoyed the complications. It was hard to put down, cost me many hours of sleep.
Olive Martin was convicted of the murder of her sister and mother, a gruesome killing that left the bodies in pieces in the kitchen. Olive is intelligent and very large, and was known for her protection and love of her younger sister.
Rosalind Leigh, romance novelist, is pushed by her agent to do a story on Olive. Poeple want to know why Olive did it, and why she confessed. Reluctantly, Roz agrees, as her latest romance novel has not found a publisher. She seems to be out of touch so a different type book might get her name back in print.
Initially, Roz is not interested in the case, and finds Olive "disgusting". Olive is not taking care of herself and it shows. But there are little hints when Roz interviews her that there may be a story here. Olive is not particularly forthcoming and does not make it easy.
Over time, though, Roz pursues the story, both by interviews in prison and by hunting down others involved in the case. She starts to formulate a theory or two. The work is difficult because witnesses seem to contradict each other.
Throughout her investigation, Roz's mind changes back and forth. Is Olive guilty or not? Is everything in Olive's house as reported by others? What is the real story?
I found the book absorbing and interesting, and enjoyed the complications. It was hard to put down, cost me many hours of sleep.
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