Debbie B. (debs) -
I enjoyed the story well enough, but found it difficult to keep track of all of the characters. The "bad guys", members of the Japanese mafia, all had 3- and 4-syllable Japanese names, which I found especially difficult to remember and keep straight in my head, given they were all in rival organizations. The ending, completely encased in a chapter-like epilogue, felt very rushed, attempting to wrap up every loose thread in the numerous storylines.
I have always loved Robin Cook's books. That is why I put myself on the list to get this one when it came out. I was sorely disappointed. The story seemed disjointed to me and not up to Mr. Cook's usual crisp and gripping style. There was not one character in the book I cared one whit about. What does that tell you?
While I did, indeed, finish it (sometimes I don't bother finishing books I am dismayed with); it did not make the "Read This" list I send to my son.
Sorry, Mr. Cook.
While I did, indeed, finish it (sometimes I don't bother finishing books I am dismayed with); it did not make the "Read This" list I send to my son.
Sorry, Mr. Cook.
Susan H. (hagen007) - reviewed Cure (Jack Stapleton & Laurie Montgomery, Bk 10) on + 27 more book reviews
I love Robin Cook, but I think someone else wrote this. While the story was solid, and I'm familiar with the two medical examiners characters, I didn't like any of them in this book. The writing was stilted and old fashioned. sounded like this might have been in the style of the 60's. I forced myself to read it because I kept hoping it would get better, but it didn't. Sorry Robin Cook, but I've liked other books of yours much better!
Sue H.
Sue H.
