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Posted February 5, 2012
If you are a fan of complex thrillers, this is the book for you. This is the first Kathleen Mallory book I've ever read, but it won't be my last. O'Connell weaves a tale that will keep the reader on their toes throughout the book. A little girl is found in the woods of Central Park. She talks to a tree who she says is her uncle. She may know who a murderer is. But Coco has Williams syndrome and has attached herself to Mallory.
Mallory is bent on protecting Coco and getting her help with the bizarre murder. Coco's temporary guardian, a psychologist familiar with Williams syndrome, is trying to keep Mallory from getting to close to the girl and from overwhelming her with questions about the murderer.
The characters are well written, each intertwined in the history of others. Maybe it has been this way throughout the whole Mallory series, but it works in this book even if this is the first Mallory book you read. Mallory is a bit psycho. She will do almost anything to reach her end goal. The NYPD is lucky she is on their side. But somehow, it seems Coco touches her cold, cold
heart.
This was a very enjoyable book to read. The intricacies of the plot and relationships will keep you guessing about what happens on the next page. But, it wasn't the kind of book I couldn't put down. Even so, I want to go back and read the rest of the series.
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Posted January 22, 2012
I have been waiting over four years for another Mallory book. After the very good "Find Me," I thought our adventures with Mallory were over. I was so happy to find "Chalk girl." As always, O'Connell weaves a complex mystery, getting the reader involved in the story. The main mystery involves a little girl named Coco whose 'uncle' is taken up by a tree. The mystery deepens, as other characters, past and present, are introduced. The chapters begin brilliantly with a wonderful insight into the mind of a young boy, making the reader aware of the dear boy's importance. The book is deliciously gory, filled with rats, hanging bodies and brutality, but it also (like Mallory) has a heart. The ending, as usual, gave me much to think about and made move love the characters (Charles, Riker, Mallory, even Heller) that much more. I really can't wait until the next Mallory novel. Our girl Mallory is not for everyone. However, if a reader gives her an opportunity, she will steal the reader's heart. Begin with "Mallory's Oracle," thought, to truly understand the wonder of Mallory.
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Posted April 18, 2012
Carol O'Connell is one of my favorite authors, and her character, Mallory, is one of my favorite detectives. Ms O'Connell's books are rivetting with characters so well-defined, the reader can visualize what they look like. Each of her Mallory stories is different from the others---none of the standard formula of cranking out stories that are the same story each book. I would recommend all of her books, but the reader should start with the first book, and follow the series chronologically.
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Posted April 13, 2012
As a longtime Mallory fan, I think I "get" many of her motivations. I'm amazed that many of the male characters still are having a hard time figuring her out. What makes a really good read is a story that pulls you in immediately and makes you feel -- postively or negatively -- about the characters. This was a riveting story, and while I figured out many of the details before they were revealed, it was no less interesting. A great psychological page turner. No matter what the other characters may have thought, I believe Mallory bonded with the little girl.
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Posted April 10, 2012
This book didn't bore me like a lot of novels do now days.I read before I go to sleep almost every night. Too many writers out there with little talent. Not in this case. Really enjoyed the book! It was very realistic too. I don't usually read series books as they get too predictable but I might check the rest of this one out! Get it you will enjoy it too!
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Posted February 28, 2012
Hadn't read this author before but got hooked from the beginning on the story. Will have to go back and read some of the earlier books to get a better understanding of the troubled and quirky investigator.
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Posted February 16, 2012
great addition to mallory series
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Posted February 4, 2012
I have always enjoyed the books in this series. This latest one is no exception; tightly plotted and all of the characters very true to themselves.
Someone is hanging bodies up in Central Park, and it's going to take Mallory and Riker to figure it out.
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Posted January 28, 2012
OConnell and Mallory are ina class by themselves. The much bally hooed Lisbeth Salander pales in comparison.
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Posted January 29, 2012
Great book
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Posted January 18, 2012
Standalone read, but I recommend starting with the first book. Mallory is growing a soul book by book.
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Overview
The astonishing new Mallory novel from the New York Times- bestselling author.The little girl appeared in Central Park: red-haired, blue-eyed, smiling, perfect-except for the blood on her shoulder. It fell from the sky, she said, while she was looking for her uncle, who turned into a tree. Poor child, people thought. And then they found the body in the tree.
For Mallory, newly returned to the Special Crimes Unit after three months' lost time, there is something about the girl that she understands. Mallory is damaged, they say, but she can tell a kindred spirit. And this one will ...