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Arcane Casebook #4
Mind Games
What do a murderous housewife and a wayward heiress have in common? If Alex Lockerby is right, someone is manipulating them against their will. Now all he has to do is unravel a dark tapestry of family, politics, wine, money, love, and murder before the people behind it put an end to him.
Alex Lockerby’s father once told him that It’s the simple jobs that take the longest, and finding missing things is about as simple a job as Alex can get. When wealthy socialites hire him to track down their wayward daughter, finding her is easy, but that’s just the beginning of his problems.
As he’s trying to deal with the no-longer-missing heiress and her family, Alex gets another case from a desperate young man. He wants Alex to prove his wife is innocent of murder, the only problem is that she was caught, red-handed. Alex takes the case, figuring it should be easy to prove what happened one way or another, but the more Alex looks into the murder, the worse it seems. The only thing he can’t find is a motive.
As Alex investigates he becomes convinced that both of his clients are being manipulated by someone with a bigger agenda. He knows he’s on the right track when a would-be assassin takes a shot at him. Now Alex has to figure out who’s running a deadly con game in Manhattan, hopefully before he and his clients become the sacrifice pawns.
350 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 10, 2020
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Dan Willis
48 books274 followersDan is an award-winning, best-selling author who has been writing for most of his life. He wrote for the long running DragonLance series and has worked in the board game and video game industries as well. His current work is the Arcane Casebook series, a fantasy twist on the 1930’s noir detective story.
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May 29, 2022
I think this one is my favorite of all of them so far. We find Alex lurching through his days taking fairly routine cases and solving them one after another. He is still not over the devastating loss of Jessica in the last book and is nearing the end of his expected lifetime after the cost he paid in book one.
Frankly, I was really gratified to see that Alex was still in the grieving process nearly a year on from the end of book 3. The depth of relationship that was forming there would be really difficult to process especially finding out the way he did and the way things ended.
Iggy is feverishly looking for a cure for Alex or at least a copy of what Moriarity did at the end of book three to prop Alex up a bit. Alex seems resigned to his fate, doing his best to find good situations for his friends and not cause extra problems.
As for the story Alex is asked to look into a strange disappearance of homeless in the city. Before much longer he discovers that not only are homeless disappearing, but rune wrights are too. Before he can figure out that problem though, his police friend Danny drags him into a murder case where there doesn't appear to be any link between the confirmed victim and the confirmed murderer. Then more unexplainable murders occur and soon enough Alex is dodging murderers himself. Desperate for help Alex turns to all the people around him, giving us a look into the sorceress Sorsha, sorcerer Barton, not-Jessicas daughter, and many other characters Alex has brought into his orbit.
The end of both mysteries are not connected which was quite enjoyable and I guessed who the poisoner was successfully. That is likely the result of hundreds of hours of old time radio detective mysteries. Probably. The only thing I didn't really enjoy was that in order to create some upcoming tension between characters we spent at least parts of two chapters in Sorsha's POV. It was so sudden as to be jarring, and if I hadn't like the rest of the book so well would have cost it a star. Call it 4.5 for this one then.
Frankly, I was really gratified to see that Alex was still in the grieving process nearly a year on from the end of book 3. The depth of relationship that was forming there would be really difficult to process especially finding out the way he did and the way things ended.
Iggy is feverishly looking for a cure for Alex or at least a copy of what Moriarity did at the end of book three to prop Alex up a bit. Alex seems resigned to his fate, doing his best to find good situations for his friends and not cause extra problems.
As for the story Alex is asked to look into a strange disappearance of homeless in the city. Before much longer he discovers that not only are homeless disappearing, but rune wrights are too. Before he can figure out that problem though, his police friend Danny drags him into a murder case where there doesn't appear to be any link between the confirmed victim and the confirmed murderer. Then more unexplainable murders occur and soon enough Alex is dodging murderers himself. Desperate for help Alex turns to all the people around him, giving us a look into the sorceress Sorsha, sorcerer Barton, not-Jessicas daughter, and many other characters Alex has brought into his orbit.
The end of both mysteries are not connected which was quite enjoyable and I guessed who the poisoner was successfully. That is likely the result of hundreds of hours of old time radio detective mysteries. Probably. The only thing I didn't really enjoy was that in order to create some upcoming tension between characters we spent at least parts of two chapters in Sorsha's POV. It was so sudden as to be jarring, and if I hadn't like the rest of the book so well would have cost it a star. Call it 4.5 for this one then.
June 14, 2020
Dan Willis upped the ante in this fourth book of 1930s urban fantasy/mystery series, Arcane Casebook. Alex Lockerby, runewright private detective extraordinaire finds himself handling few cases that involved a housewife who kills an accountant and then hangs herself (but the husband doesn't believe any of this!), an heiress who claims that she has been forced into marriage, missing Forgotten (this is how the homeless called), and runewright makers are leaving their carts to work in a factory...
As always, most of these cases linked, and then there is a HUGE development on the overall arc that seems to keep on playing in the background of these books. That there is a group of bad guys trying to take over the world, I assume. The villains are using complicated runes -- this time it's able to control people to do what the rune maker are telling them to do, they even control Sorsha!!
I loved this series more and more. Although Alex is a runewright detective but he's using lots of his brain-smart to work on the cases. And I need to say this again, he's such a kind man!! This time he's finding another job for a runewright coffee lady who is struggling to make ends meet!!
I was rather sad that Leslie, Alex's secretary, was going away though. She was getting married. But her replacement seemed to be quite mysterious and I'd love to know more about her...
As always, most of these cases linked, and then there is a HUGE development on the overall arc that seems to keep on playing in the background of these books. That there is a group of bad guys trying to take over the world, I assume. The villains are using complicated runes -- this time it's able to control people to do what the rune maker are telling them to do, they even control Sorsha!!
I loved this series more and more. Although Alex is a runewright detective but he's using lots of his brain-smart to work on the cases. And I need to say this again, he's such a kind man!! This time he's finding another job for a runewright coffee lady who is struggling to make ends meet!!
I was rather sad that Leslie, Alex's secretary, was going away though. She was getting married. But her replacement seemed to be quite mysterious and I'd love to know more about her...
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
March 16, 2020
Absolutely the perfect read while on quarantine from COVID-19. Or any other time, I'm sure. That just happened to be the situation I was in when I finally pulled it up on my phone.
Really is a great series. Still reminds me of Dresden Files every time I start in, but it really is its own unique world that's fascinating all on its own.
Really is a great series. Still reminds me of Dresden Files every time I start in, but it really is its own unique world that's fascinating all on its own.
June 16, 2022
Oh, the cases in this one were fascinating! I truly loved them both.
But, at the beginning of this book, Alex is facing not only his deep grief at the loss of Jessica but also the end of his own life. He seems to be resigned to it but Iggy is most certainly not and he's desperately looking for a way to replicate what Moriarty did at the end of The Long Chain. He's not ready to give up.
I liked that there was a link to the first book in the mystery about the missing homeless, and that, in order to find what's going on Alex brings almost every character we met in the previous books to help him. And when we learnt the reason for these disappearances? Well, it's horrifying.
The murder cases brought to Alex by Danny is also a very clever one and one thing I really enjoyed finding was that Sorsha is not invulnerable. And her actions regarding Jones in the protection of Alex's secret, that I liked a lot *laughs*
I'm happy for Leslie's happiness but sad seeing her go. I hope she'll be back, at least for some cameos.
For now on, though, we'll have to stick to her more than mysterious replacement and wait to see where this will lead us.
Another great story and another great narration by Alex Knox.
But, at the beginning of this book, Alex is facing not only his deep grief at the loss of Jessica but also the end of his own life. He seems to be resigned to it but Iggy is most certainly not and he's desperately looking for a way to replicate what Moriarty did at the end of The Long Chain. He's not ready to give up.
I liked that there was a link to the first book in the mystery about the missing homeless, and that, in order to find what's going on Alex brings almost every character we met in the previous books to help him. And when we learnt the reason for these disappearances? Well, it's horrifying.
The murder cases brought to Alex by Danny is also a very clever one and one thing I really enjoyed finding was that Sorsha is not invulnerable. And her actions regarding Jones in the protection of Alex's secret, that I liked a lot *laughs*
I'm happy for Leslie's happiness but sad seeing her go. I hope she'll be back, at least for some cameos.
For now on, though, we'll have to stick to her more than mysterious replacement and wait to see where this will lead us.
Another great story and another great narration by Alex Knox.
October 13, 2021
Best of the series so far. Checked all the boxes. Great pacing - action-packed, multiple intertwining mysteries, a hint of glamour and romance, and ending well, but with a ... No way! What will happen next? It's a bit Archie (of the Nero Wolfe/ Rex Stout series) in an alt. universe does urban fantasy/mystery way. It's fun. The mysteries aren't 'Golden Age' complex, but they work well. There's no cringe here.
If you haven't read Nero Wolfe, but you have read Robert Rankin:
It's a bit like if O'malley and Pooley's friend "the professor" was a much younger American private detective. (Actually 'the professor' would make a great crossover character). If Dan Willis hadn't taken the main character's mentor¹ out of another very famous series, The professor would have done the job beautifully.
¹ I'm not spoiling this. Even though it's revealed in the first book. There is a big crossover character from a famous mystery series in THIS book series!
If you haven't read Nero Wolfe, but you have read Robert Rankin:
It's a bit like if O'malley and Pooley's friend "the professor" was a much younger American private detective. (Actually 'the professor' would make a great crossover character). If Dan Willis hadn't taken the main character's mentor¹ out of another very famous series, The professor would have done the job beautifully.
¹ I'm not spoiling this. Even though it's revealed in the first book. There is a big crossover character from a famous mystery series in THIS book series!
November 28, 2022
That red dress on the cover... And the figure holding it up. Wowza! ✨
July 9, 2024
Well written mystery. The formula is getting a touch predictable for me, and I nearly DNF’d it, but glad I didn’t. The conclusion was worth pushing through. I am hoping for this story to expand beyond the PI procedural. But I can only hope.
August 14, 2020
After three awesome books I feel the author has lost steam here a bit. I enjoyed the storylines but there were inconsistencies and illogical moments that detracted from the story. I also noticed a number of missing words that require a proofreader to fill in. I love the characters in the story except for Detective Danny who has no real personality and is just there. Tanner, Callahan, and the other cops are much more interesting. I also enjoyed the new coroner.
On to book 5!
On to book 5!
June 20, 2020
This book has felt like the weakest so far in the saga. It again takes place about a year after the previous book. I think there was a real missed opportunity here. We spend part of the book hearing about the deceptions Alex had to put in place to cover up the events at the end of the last book. Personally I think this would have been a better show don't tell situation. If we experienced those moments with Alex it would have lead to one of the twists at the end of this book to be more impactful.
This was also the first book where the author, for the shortest amount of time mind you, gave us the perspective of another charecter. I am not sure if this was done to emphasize the moment but it felt really out of place in the final fight sequence. It was then turned around and used very well in the interrogation scene that led to some interesting information being given that will surely come up in the next books.
This was the first book in the series that didn't always compel me to keep reading.
This was also the first book where the author, for the shortest amount of time mind you, gave us the perspective of another charecter. I am not sure if this was done to emphasize the moment but it felt really out of place in the final fight sequence. It was then turned around and used very well in the interrogation scene that led to some interesting information being given that will surely come up in the next books.
This was the first book in the series that didn't always compel me to keep reading.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 21, 2022
This series is a real gem for everyone who likes 1930s steampunk with lots of paranormal elements. It's getting better and better and in every book more puzzle pieces for the bigger picture are dropped. Like in previous books at the end I was left anticipating what will happen next.
I'll deduct one point for things that I didn't like.
A few times names were changed, e.g. from Wagner to Warner or Betty to Peggy. There were also a few homophonic mistakes like to instead of two. And a few things were redundant. Whether Sherry was as pretty as Leslie came up twice between Alex and Leslie with almost exactly the same words. Also, there was a discussion between Alex and Iggy whether a vault can have more than one door once in chapter 6 and again in chapter 24. Both times Iggy didn't believe what Alex said and told him he might have been delusional. The second time sounded like they had never talked about that point before.
You can say I am a nitpicker and you might be right. But once I notice such things in a book, it bothers me for the rest of the time.
I'll deduct one point for things that I didn't like.
A few times names were changed, e.g. from Wagner to Warner or Betty to Peggy. There were also a few homophonic mistakes like to instead of two. And a few things were redundant. Whether Sherry was as pretty as Leslie came up twice between Alex and Leslie with almost exactly the same words. Also, there was a discussion between Alex and Iggy whether a vault can have more than one door once in chapter 6 and again in chapter 24. Both times Iggy didn't believe what Alex said and told him he might have been delusional. The second time sounded like they had never talked about that point before.
You can say I am a nitpicker and you might be right. But once I notice such things in a book, it bothers me for the rest of the time.
June 17, 2023
Magical mind control?
Dan Willis’ runewright PI takes what appears to be an impossible case— to try to prove innocent a woman found, smoking gun in hand, over the victim’s corpse. Everything pointed to her guilt, except somehow it didn’t quite make sense.
Then there were the new rune books, selling basic runes at a discount all over the city, undercutting the runewrights who scraped to make a living in Depression-era New York— something was askew there as well.
And closest to Alex’s heart (if unlikely to help his budget) was the request by the bishop to look into the number of men and women who were disappearing from the ranks of those fed by the Catholic mission. This was the same mission that had taken him in when he was orphaned, and it was still important to him. [Alex is that rarity in fantasy fiction— a Catholic who attends Mass on Sunday, although his faith is rarely part of the plot.]
Finally, just to focus his mind, total strangers are trying to kill him.
Recommended.
Dan Willis’ runewright PI takes what appears to be an impossible case— to try to prove innocent a woman found, smoking gun in hand, over the victim’s corpse. Everything pointed to her guilt, except somehow it didn’t quite make sense.
Then there were the new rune books, selling basic runes at a discount all over the city, undercutting the runewrights who scraped to make a living in Depression-era New York— something was askew there as well.
And closest to Alex’s heart (if unlikely to help his budget) was the request by the bishop to look into the number of men and women who were disappearing from the ranks of those fed by the Catholic mission. This was the same mission that had taken him in when he was orphaned, and it was still important to him. [Alex is that rarity in fantasy fiction— a Catholic who attends Mass on Sunday, although his faith is rarely part of the plot.]
Finally, just to focus his mind, total strangers are trying to kill him.
Recommended.
November 13, 2022
Liberal concepts and beliefs starting to show up more regularly.
I have like the first 4 books of this series but the author is inserting their personal beliefs more and more each book.
Female FBI agents in the 30's, the sorceress always wears mens cloths, and the MC is becoming more and more the "ideal" man according to them; IE--passive, never asks women out he likes, always waits for the woman to make the first move, and the ever present double standard where women can literally do whatever they want to a guy, but it's sexist if a guy does the exact same things. Don't get me wrong, i'm all for women having the same rights as men, but the current day belief has definitely swung the pendulum too far, and the way men are being treated is a sad step in the wrong direction.
Hasn't wrecked the series for me yet or anything, but it's a departure from the first book in the series, and i really hope it doesn't keep showing up more and more.
I have like the first 4 books of this series but the author is inserting their personal beliefs more and more each book.
Female FBI agents in the 30's, the sorceress always wears mens cloths, and the MC is becoming more and more the "ideal" man according to them; IE--passive, never asks women out he likes, always waits for the woman to make the first move, and the ever present double standard where women can literally do whatever they want to a guy, but it's sexist if a guy does the exact same things. Don't get me wrong, i'm all for women having the same rights as men, but the current day belief has definitely swung the pendulum too far, and the way men are being treated is a sad step in the wrong direction.
Hasn't wrecked the series for me yet or anything, but it's a departure from the first book in the series, and i really hope it doesn't keep showing up more and more.
November 28, 2022
A stunningly complex adventure
Alex gets himself into trouble but he also is learning with every case he takes and is smart enough to listen to his mentors. That doesn't stop him from handling most of his own cases and finally getting to the truth. Weather dealing with sorceress sources Kincaid or his en igmatic new secretary Sherry Knox, he's constantly playing with the pieces of every puzzle until they click!
This is one of the series of adventures in a very different world but still much like our own. Everything is on Alex using his brain as well as his brawn. Every step of the way you also have the clues, but I doubt you'll figure it out before Alex does.
Alex gets himself into trouble but he also is learning with every case he takes and is smart enough to listen to his mentors. That doesn't stop him from handling most of his own cases and finally getting to the truth. Weather dealing with sorceress sources Kincaid or his en igmatic new secretary Sherry Knox, he's constantly playing with the pieces of every puzzle until they click!
This is one of the series of adventures in a very different world but still much like our own. Everything is on Alex using his brain as well as his brawn. Every step of the way you also have the clues, but I doubt you'll figure it out before Alex does.
February 17, 2020
Wow, every one of these books always has a huge twist at the end. I loved this one, just like the others. Wondering if the new secretary really is some secret spy and if she's after the book. Also, when are Sorcha and Alex going to get together already?! Theoretically, if he manages to retain his youth and life energy, he might live as long as she does. You can tell there's something there. Overall, I loved it, loved the twists, loved all of the exciting action where it all comes together. Cannot wait for the next one.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 12, 2024
Each installment is better.
The stories all pull many seemingly disparate cases into a many-layered whole; the secrets & the relationships of the characters building with each story. In this one Alex seemed oblivious to some clues that seemed obvious to me... But while I was sitting on the edge of my chair muttering "pay attention you fools" for a while; I felt very proud of myself when I was right in the end. Dan has an amazing ability to pull you into the story. As usual he does it without employing prurience. A truly great whodunnit!
The stories all pull many seemingly disparate cases into a many-layered whole; the secrets & the relationships of the characters building with each story. In this one Alex seemed oblivious to some clues that seemed obvious to me... But while I was sitting on the edge of my chair muttering "pay attention you fools" for a while; I felt very proud of myself when I was right in the end. Dan has an amazing ability to pull you into the story. As usual he does it without employing prurience. A truly great whodunnit!
March 10, 2020
Dan does it again ...
Dan WIllis returns with a new Arcane Casebook novel, fleshing out insight into his characters, delivering another complex plot line, and teasing important changes in Dan’s office. It’s a good romp and hard to set down. If you’ve enjoyed the previous installments, you’ll be sure to like this one as well. And the next one ... well, it should be “interesting” to see how the new “receptionist” pans out. A good read. Don’t hesitate.
Dan WIllis returns with a new Arcane Casebook novel, fleshing out insight into his characters, delivering another complex plot line, and teasing important changes in Dan’s office. It’s a good romp and hard to set down. If you’ve enjoyed the previous installments, you’ll be sure to like this one as well. And the next one ... well, it should be “interesting” to see how the new “receptionist” pans out. A good read. Don’t hesitate.
March 29, 2020
Mind control
This was another good story in the Arcane Casebook series. I must say that I was deeply disappointed that the events at the end of book 3 were not discussed or reviewed at the beginning of book 4. I couldn’t be the only one who wanted to know more about what happened after the events that concluded book 3. How that information was handled in book 4 was a let down. The book was good but again ended with a cliffhanger that I hope is not forgotten in the next book.
This was another good story in the Arcane Casebook series. I must say that I was deeply disappointed that the events at the end of book 3 were not discussed or reviewed at the beginning of book 4. I couldn’t be the only one who wanted to know more about what happened after the events that concluded book 3. How that information was handled in book 4 was a let down. The book was good but again ended with a cliffhanger that I hope is not forgotten in the next book.
September 26, 2020
Another great book in this series. I’m hooked. Just finished the 4th book in this unique series. Fun combination of noir detective, magic, alchemy & sorcery all taking place in an alternate reality pre-WWII New York City. Great characters, complex plots, excellent sense of time and place. And surprises. Keep writing this series, Mr. Willis! I’m pacing my reading or I’d binge read one after the other and I don’t want to fun out!
December 20, 2020
Another solid urban fantasy from Dan Willis
This is another solid offering that blends urban fantasy with detective fiction. I like the world building in these novels; the layers added to each book are almost delicate but result in greater complexity in the mysteries and more character development. I'm looking forward to what Alex Lockerby and company get into next time. Minus one star for a few typos.
This is another solid offering that blends urban fantasy with detective fiction. I like the world building in these novels; the layers added to each book are almost delicate but result in greater complexity in the mysteries and more character development. I'm looking forward to what Alex Lockerby and company get into next time. Minus one star for a few typos.
January 23, 2021
A dip into an alternative 1930’s New York with rune detective Alex Lockerby is most entertaining. He combines William Powell’s wit, charm and vulnerability with Harry Dresden - style magic. Ruthless and obscurely motivated villains abound and often intertwine. There are a number of books in this series and I highly recommend starting at the beginning with “In Plain Sight”, but “Mind Games” is a complete and satisfying mystery if you don’t.
February 21, 2023
I’ve read so many book is this series in a row that now I’m dreaming about Alex Lockerby… but really that’s not a bad thing lol
This is the 4th book in the Arcane Casebook series. It follows a 1930’s runewright PI in an alternate reality. It takes place in New York.
I love these books. You have the 1930’s private eye story with the lingo and style mixed in with magic.
Each book gets better and more twisty. It will have you guessing for sure. Sometimes I can guess a part of the mystery but I can never get it all right!
I’m about to dive into book 5…. Instead of clean house like I should be….
This is the 4th book in the Arcane Casebook series. It follows a 1930’s runewright PI in an alternate reality. It takes place in New York.
I love these books. You have the 1930’s private eye story with the lingo and style mixed in with magic.
Each book gets better and more twisty. It will have you guessing for sure. Sometimes I can guess a part of the mystery but I can never get it all right!
I’m about to dive into book 5…. Instead of clean house like I should be….
February 20, 2023
Deeper and deeper down the mystery ice cave.
This is an exciting addition to Alex's story with wonderful twists and dangerous turns. The Nexus of the graveyard scene of sad resolve is no balm for the horrible failure and loss of innocent life. Hopefully there is some hope for an old literary tradition of divine retribution. It does raises the stakes about the depth of the coming problem.
This is an exciting addition to Alex's story with wonderful twists and dangerous turns. The Nexus of the graveyard scene of sad resolve is no balm for the horrible failure and loss of innocent life. Hopefully there is some hope for an old literary tradition of divine retribution. It does raises the stakes about the depth of the coming problem.
April 27, 2023
Always enjoy a good Arcane Casebook novel
This was a really interesting case for Alex and Izzy. I enjoyed the cryptic Secretary who was a closet fortune teller and all the twists and turns you get in every Dan Willis novel. Definitely can't wait until book five! This series about a rune writer who is just so interesting and clever. Love the turn of the century vibe. This series just doesn't get old.
This was a really interesting case for Alex and Izzy. I enjoyed the cryptic Secretary who was a closet fortune teller and all the twists and turns you get in every Dan Willis novel. Definitely can't wait until book five! This series about a rune writer who is just so interesting and clever. Love the turn of the century vibe. This series just doesn't get old.
July 1, 2023
The series is getting really good
I have to admit, the idea of sorcery, runewrights, and alchemists servicing the public is an interesting one.
And Alex Lockerby and friends are compelling protagonists.
Don’t read this book until you have read the earlier books in the series. You need the context.
I had book two and there are too many references to the previous books.
Available on Kindle Unlimited, which makes it easy, and the author gets the money.
I have to admit, the idea of sorcery, runewrights, and alchemists servicing the public is an interesting one.
And Alex Lockerby and friends are compelling protagonists.
Don’t read this book until you have read the earlier books in the series. You need the context.
I had book two and there are too many references to the previous books.
Available on Kindle Unlimited, which makes it easy, and the author gets the money.
January 8, 2024
Excellent series.
I feel like I'm watching one of the old film noir movies while reading these books, with rune magic and sorcery thrown into the story as well. I am so glad I've found this series. Alex Lockerby isn't Harry Dresden, but he is quite the detective. Love the characters and the way Dan Willis describes the scenes. He makes me feel like I'm there. So much fun to read.
I feel like I'm watching one of the old film noir movies while reading these books, with rune magic and sorcery thrown into the story as well. I am so glad I've found this series. Alex Lockerby isn't Harry Dresden, but he is quite the detective. Love the characters and the way Dan Willis describes the scenes. He makes me feel like I'm there. So much fun to read.
February 12, 2020
Excellent installment of a great noir arcane mystery series.
Mind Games is an excellent fourth episode in the Arcane Casebook series. The plots continue to twist, the characters grow, and the dunnits get satisfactorily who'ed, all against the backdrop of a magically influenced 1930s New York City. Well worth a read.
Mind Games is an excellent fourth episode in the Arcane Casebook series. The plots continue to twist, the characters grow, and the dunnits get satisfactorily who'ed, all against the backdrop of a magically influenced 1930s New York City. Well worth a read.
February 26, 2020
Loved it as I loved the previous books in the series. The combination of noir genre with urban fantasy is simply grand. Ad to that that the author is technically accomplished and provides an easy reading tale of adventure and magic. Gives me that fuzzy contented feeling that I had after watching my first Indiana Jones movie. This fun, entertaining and interesting. Two thumbs up.
February 28, 2020
Another fun ride
Once again Dan Willis comes up with a great whodunnit in a magical New York City, complete with two Sorcerers, missing homeless and a housewife who shoots a bookie she has never met. The ending (no spoilers!) sets up for a whole mess of future stories. Looking forward to it!
Once again Dan Willis comes up with a great whodunnit in a magical New York City, complete with two Sorcerers, missing homeless and a housewife who shoots a bookie she has never met. The ending (no spoilers!) sets up for a whole mess of future stories. Looking forward to it!
August 10, 2020
A Fun Romp
This is a fun series of books, full of good characters, many of them in continuing roles. The multiple mysteries within each book reflect what we tend to think a practising PI might have to contend with. I quite enjoy the world Dan Willis has created, and look forward to the continuing adventures of Alex Lockerby.
This is a fun series of books, full of good characters, many of them in continuing roles. The multiple mysteries within each book reflect what we tend to think a practising PI might have to contend with. I quite enjoy the world Dan Willis has created, and look forward to the continuing adventures of Alex Lockerby.
September 6, 2020
A bit darker than the previous, but still a very engaging mystery with great characters and premium world building. This ebook version had a handful of typographical errors, which is more than the previous, as well as a couple of continuity errors. Feels like this one had a rushed edit to final. Still a wonderful read.
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