Review: A New Take On an Old Classic.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 01 13, 2014
Although the name of this book is a bit obvious and didn't show too much creativity, the book itself was much better. I love a classic mystery novel and a closed door murder is about as classic as it gets! From Sherlock Holmes to Jonathan Creek, a locked door murder mystery is always fun. This also had a strangely futuristic or prophetic element to it, almost like a Kurt Vonnegut-inspired story. The idea of a peaceful glass room is obviously shattered once someone is murdered inside, with no explanation whatsoever as to how it happened. The detective is very clever, insightful, and amusing, offering a lighter side to the heavy story.There was no clear solution to the mystery and I found myself getting very invested in the story, so much so that I told other people about the plot and asked them what they thought was going to happen! Some of the character development was a bit thin, particularly in the smaller side characters, where a rich description can make a truly memorable foil for the main characters, but I feel like Carter didn't focus much on that. That being said, it was a very clean and well-written book. I think there were a few continuity errors and a few sections of narration that seemed as though the author had lost track of where she fully intended to go, but those moments passed rather quickly. All in all, a twist ending, dangerous assassins, beautiful women, and a memorable detective make this novel by Rose Carter quite a treat. I give it a very strong recommendation, particularly if you want to get completely lost in something for a day or two!