Review: The American ingenuity and British coolness.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 10 3, 2013
With an common start with a mother that apparently seems (slightly) strange and that cannot adapt to her age (or make a common sense purchases) and with a daughter put in a position to start it over again on all levels, The Riddles of Hillgate get to be a story with an unexpected ending (somewhat).The mystery that Zoey and Claire (mother and daughter) have to solve by unraveling of some clues (actually riddles) and the risk of death that will hang over the two of them will create a gothic atmosphere which is somewhere between Tales From the Crypt and Miss Marple. The two heroines that have a... enviable relationship ... will face the situation without the need for special effects or professional help. You will love them and you will be amused by them, especially because they personify both the American ingenuity and British coolness.A bit unlikely, but entirely possible, a little (more) sad, but always with a humor present, the story will catch you and will make you very curious. The author will play with you, the alert reader to any information, giving you some clues and presenting characters that will lead you on false tracks (or that will be pursued in future volumes).Supernatural elements perfectly in accordance with a house that seems to have been forgotten by everyone and a reality led by almighty money, actions denoting greed and generosity, with some (creepy) moments that gives you chills or simply banal (funny), with some sentimental or financial problems (or solutions) and a rhythm that will make you not feel how the pages flied, you'll reach to the end of the story with one thought: nice!So, if you want to spend two hours in mystery and suspense, love and hate, naivety and intelligence you can delight yourself with The Riddles of Hillgate. You'll smile and you'll probably want more of it."Should I even look this time?She gave in to the irresistible urge to look. Her head turned on her pillow and she opened her eyes again. To her horror, she saw a shadowed figure looming over her with what appeared to be a fireplace pick."This is my personal opinion even if I received the book for review as part of a Book Tour - Thank you!