The Likeness

The Likeness: A Novel by Tana French

My review

rating: 4 of 5 stars
There is just something about Tana French's writing that puts her in a class above other mystery/crime writers. Maybe it's the rural Irish settings and Irish slang that I love. Or maybe it's her whimsical use of descriptive prose that has me eagerly turning the pages. I love that French doesn't underrate her audience. She doesn't do what most mystery writers do in terms of setting up a crime and then giving too many clues to the ending, as though the reader wouldn't have already guessed. French's novels are more about the intricacies of the characters -- their actions and reactions, their backgrounds, the way they interact with each other. This plus French's talent for creating a realistic and plausible crime make me hope that she continues to write more books about Cassie. I thought 'The Likeness' (her 2nd novel) was stronger than her first ('In The Woods'). I'm eager to see what else she has in store!


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