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The Art of Theft (Lady Sherlock, #4)
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The Art of Theft by Sherry Thomas is a 2019 Berkley publication.
This is the fourth book is the Charlotte Holmes series.
Unfortunately, this chapter in the series, didn't quite measure up the previous installments. I did like the premise, which involved the art world- always a favorite for me- and political secrets, which added some intrigue, which I also enjoyed.
I wasn't a fan of playing around with the characterizations, which, as it turned out felt stilted and forced- and just a temporary means to an end.
The pacing was a little skewed as well, though, finally, the Lord Ingram/Holmes interactions enjoyed some splendid back and forth dialogue. The mystery very nearly went off course, as this was not the best executed chapter in the series, in my opinion.
I have already read book five- as it was assigned to me a while back and it was so good, I decided to start this series from the beginning to get caught up on the whole story- so thankfully, I know how things proceed next, and don't need to worry about the series going off course.
Now I get to read the sixth book, which will get me caught up, and I am very ready to dive back in, in what I hope will be a strong addition to the series.
3 stars
This is the fourth book is the Charlotte Holmes series.
Unfortunately, this chapter in the series, didn't quite measure up the previous installments. I did like the premise, which involved the art world- always a favorite for me- and political secrets, which added some intrigue, which I also enjoyed.
I wasn't a fan of playing around with the characterizations, which, as it turned out felt stilted and forced- and just a temporary means to an end.
The pacing was a little skewed as well, though, finally, the Lord Ingram/Holmes interactions enjoyed some splendid back and forth dialogue. The mystery very nearly went off course, as this was not the best executed chapter in the series, in my opinion.
I have already read book five- as it was assigned to me a while back and it was so good, I decided to start this series from the beginning to get caught up on the whole story- so thankfully, I know how things proceed next, and don't need to worry about the series going off course.
Now I get to read the sixth book, which will get me caught up, and I am very ready to dive back in, in what I hope will be a strong addition to the series.
3 stars
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Reading Progress
November 1, 2021
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November 1, 2021
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to-read
November 7, 2021
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November 7, 2021
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2021
November 7, 2021
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berkley
November 7, 2021
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e-book
November 7, 2021
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historical-mystery
January 21, 2022
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2022
January 21, 2022
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Finished Reading
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Jan 21, 2022 07:29AM
Sorry this one was’t up to par but I’m glad to hear the next one is! A very fine review Julie! 💕
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Tina wrote: "Sorry this one was’t up to par but I’m glad to hear the next one is! A very fine review Julie! 💕"
Thanks so much, dear Tina!! 💖
Thanks so much, dear Tina!! 💖
I enjoy this series, too, Julie, and I’m sad to read this one doesn’t live up, but I enjoyed your review!
Jennifer ~ TarHeelReader wrote: "I enjoy this series, too, Julie, and I’m sad to read this one doesn’t live up, but I enjoyed your review!"
Thank you very much, Jennifer!! 💖
Thank you very much, Jennifer!! 💖
Fran wrote: "Julie...I guess not every book in a series can be equally engaging. Great review, nonetheless!✨"
Thanks so much, Fran!! You are so right. I'm sure the next one will be back on track! 💖
Thanks so much, Fran!! You are so right. I'm sure the next one will be back on track! 💖
Betsy wrote: "Too bad this one was not as good as the others. Nice review."
Thanks so much, Betsy!! I was a little disappointed, but it was just a one-off. Hope book six stays on track! 💖
Thanks so much, Betsy!! I was a little disappointed, but it was just a one-off. Hope book six stays on track! 💖