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Charming and Delightful
This series could be described as 'Lake Woebegon' with murders. The writing is sharp with effective dialog. The reader is transported to Three Pines and becomes immersed in the idylic life of the village. The mysteries are believable, the tension builds nicely and the endings are realistic and satisfying.
If you're looking for several hours of enjoyment, these books are well worth the investment.3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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StonehamMary
Posted May 7, 2010
I Also Recommend:
The Cruelest Month
While I enjoy this series I find it hard to believe that so many diverse characters live in this town with such evil thoughts. As the reader, we can hear the jealousies which makes you suspect the motives of everyone. My favorite character, Ruth is not likeable in the least but I find her loveable in a prickly way. Her scenes with the goslings in this story are unforgetable. My least favorite characters are Beauvoir and Peter, who I think must do something really devastating in later books. The author does a good job taking the reader from the small town atmosphere of Three Pines to the Judiciary in Montreal. Having driven in the northern areas of New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine I found that the description of the potholes actually made my kidneys hurt. I recommend this one for a day when you have several hours to read. It easily will fill your afternoon.
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Anonymous
Posted May 21, 2008
A reviewer
I have read every Louise Penny novel in this series, and I'm delighted to have found a grand story teller and good writer in this new mystery novelist. I think Ms. Penny is excellent at both character development as well as the intricate weaving of plot strands that develop within the book and from book to book. I found The Cruelest Month to be the most engaging in the series to date. I realized that near the book's end, I was slowing down in my reading to extend the time I had with the characters I now know and love. I hope another story about Inspector Gamache and the folk of Three Pines will come our way before long.
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Loyzee
Posted March 25, 2011
I highly recommend all 6.
I have read all ot the Armand Gamache series and hope Louise Penny writes many more like these.
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carol68
Posted February 20, 2010
recommended highly
Excellent book
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lb7
Posted December 13, 2009
the cruelest monthe
I began reading Louise Penny's Gamache series with the 1st book and have read and enjoyed every one. Her writing is more akin to english writers with attention to details and the 'every day' in people's lives.
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Anonymous
Posted December 6, 2009
A book sure to become a favotite read.
I loved the characters, the plot and the writing. I find myself using Penny's quotes and poetry and I am always sorry when her books are finished. I hate to say goodbye until the next book.
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SJN1950
Posted May 3, 2013
Family History Rears It's Head
It's all about father-son relationships and the hidden side of our character--and how we are shaped by these relationships. This book features Peter's family, but also Armand's history and his relationship to Daniel. And even a father-son type relationship between a senior employer and a wait staff is included. The contrast in the Morrow and Gamache family is striking and as interesting as the murder mystery-how and who dunnit.
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Anonymous
Posted December 14, 2012
Best one so far!
I have been reading the series, and am hooked! This is the best, and they keep getting better! I love THREE PINES and ARMAND GAMACHE. They are lovely read.
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Anonymous
Posted December 13, 2012
Wonderful series!
With each new adddition to the Armand Gamache series, Louise Penny entices me to continue to revisit the hamlet of Three Pines. Penny's writing is elegant & multi-layered with realistic character development...not only of her recurring characters but with new ones, as well. Character dialogue flows naturally and Penny's sense of humor reveals itself,sometimes most unexpectedly! Am I the ONLY person who thinks this series is perfect to be put on screen?????
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Anonymous
Posted September 24, 2012
Twists and turns
Penny keeps up the character development and dark tone while making you guess.
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Anonymous
Posted August 3, 2012
Excellent Series
The entertaining Armand Gamache detective series are all suspenseful without being overtly gory or sexual. Louise Penney's characters have sensitivity, humor, and flaws, well-rounded and believable. Each novel exposes new background information about the lives of the main characters, which keeps the novels fresh with desire to read the next book in the series.
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Anonymous
Posted June 21, 2012
Highly Recommended
This author writes beautifully. I feel like I am actually "in" the book. The way the settings and the people are described is amazing.
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Ann-shirley2
Posted June 14, 2012
Highly Recommended
This one really had me going.The author ,interestingly enough,made one of her continuing Characters,a retired Psychologist. So,I found myself listening to her remarks to find the clue.
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This story was all about relationships,both within the family as well as in the small town.
I have grown to admire the Chief Inspector very much.
This book is number three in her series.
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bookwormAN
Posted June 5, 2012
Really good!
Louise Penny is a good writer. This is my second in her series and I'm looking forward to reading the entire Gamache series. The characters are interesting and you don't want their stories to end. Very well written.
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LML25
Posted April 19, 2012
One of my favorite authors
Love the setting, plot and characters
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Anonymous
Posted January 5, 2012
Excellent, literary mystery
3rd in the series. It wraps up the ongoing S¿ret¿ intrigue running through the first 3 books. The crime itself revolves around a murder committed during a s¿ance at Easter time. The title is from a quote by T S Eliot (The Wasteland). The month of April: unpredictable, difficult ... fresh young buds lost through a killing frost. One theme explored is that of the “near enemy.” Another good Gamache mystery. The intrigue resolution was satisfying.
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booksaregreatDW
Posted January 3, 2012
very well writen
Loved this book. I am constantly on the search for new books from Louise Penny.
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6610206
Posted October 3, 2011
Delightful!
Spirited, and charming, liberally seasoned with wicked humor!
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T-sa
Posted September 14, 2011
Amazing
Recently discovered this arthur and has read everyone of her books in the Gamache series. The Cruelest Month is the best book ever. The characters are intresting and complicated. This book is witty, scary, crazy, and filled with suspence. Eagerly awaiting the next book.
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