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Jan 27, 2024rsrhymer rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I really love this series. The characters are funny, but real, the descriptions of the town and all of the food/drinks are vivid and make you feel like you’re participating in the story. These books aren’t literary genius, and they don’t…
Nov 13, 2023Walter724 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I watched the Three Pines series on TV, and wanted to like this more than I did. I have mixed feelings. I was a bit underwhelmed.
Jul 03, 2023avidreaderno1 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
When Anne Perry died, I felt a great loss. I had loved her from the first book of hers I ever read. Well now I have found Anne Perry's offspring, her equal, the new Anne Perry. Louise Penny writes with such depth, so much detail, and yet…
Mar 30, 2023Pat_romans rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Wonderfully engrossing, intricately plotted mystery that brings Inspector Gamache from Quebec to Three Pines, a small village frozen in time out in the province. The characters are fully drawn and compelling; the murder of a well-loved…
Mar 29, 2023Klimo1 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This was my first book that I read by Louise Penny! I never would have guessed who the murderer was; so well written. I'm sure I will be reading more about Chief Inspector Armande Gamache and the village of Three Pines. :)
Feb 27, 2023Anne_K_J rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
The first book in an overall very charming mystery series. Cozy without being cloying or insipid which I think is a hard line to walk!
Feb 22, 2023hikerhi rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
I’m not “in love” with the characters and writing style but this first novel intrigued me enough that I’ll read the next one in the series.
Feb 18, 2023Jan847 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Engaging characters and back stories & a pretty good mystery. No violence, which I like. So is that the end of Agent Yvette Nichol? This is the first in a series of 17(?).
Jan 04, 2023staffomr rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Finally got my hands on the first book in Louise Penny's series about Chief Inspector Armand Gamache! Lots of twists and turns until it felt like the entire story was turned upside down. Really didn't see it coming - totally thought it was…
Dec 20, 2022Stéphanie_biblio rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Perfectly cozy murder! I loved reading about Gamache's discovery of Three Pines.
Dec 12, 2022
The title is fine, but I'll you know what I think of the novel when I get a chance to read it.
Dec 09, 2022
WSJ recommendation, 4 1/2 stars 24,000 reommendations, “A rare treat.” —People magazine “It’s hard to decide what provides the most pleasure in this enjoyable book: Gamache, a shrewd and kindly man constantly surprised by homicide; the…
Oct 10, 2022DebraLee5 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Describes the village well.
Sep 01, 2022pennys54 rated this title 1.5 out of 5 stars
Louise Penny was highly recommended & I really wanted to like her but I find her books a bit twee.
Aug 13, 2022DanglingConversations rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
What a pleasure to re-read this first novel by Louise Penny. It is interesting to review the character of Gamache at the age of 55 and to be introduced to the characters of Three Pines as it emerges into literary existence.
Aug 11, 2022FloraWest rated this title 1.5 out of 5 stars
I know I'm in a deep minority but I just don't enjoy Penny's mysteries. The characters are so precious and quirky, while also lacking humor. The setting is equally off-putting. I wanted very much to like this series as I love the mystery…
Jul 20, 2022LPL_SarahM rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I love mysteries but the good ones can be hard to find. This is one of the good ones. Looking forward to continuing on with the series.
Apr 20, 2022lyndasclater rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I thought this book was just ok.
Apr 10, 2022libertyfaith rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
After reading the book that Louise Penny did with Hilary Clinton, I thought I'd try the Louise Penny series with Inspector Gamache.. This is the first book in the series. The book seemed stuffed with characters and seemed to bounce…
Feb 02, 2022
DUE BACK 3-4-22 CHECKED OUT 2-11-22 ON HOLD 2-7-22 #1 of 17 Chief Inspector Gamache Series
Jan 25, 2022
#1 Inspector Gamache series
Dec 31, 2021cottrellbob rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I've returned to Three Pines after spending more than several years in Ste. Denis with Bruno. And where better to get reacquainted with Gamache and everyone than back at the beginning.
Sep 29, 2021Wako rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
In my continuing attempt to break into reading mystery novels, I picked up Still Life on a recommendation. I know this is the start of a very popular series, but this one fell completely flat with me. In the end, I had no desire to return…
Aug 11, 2021GinMitt52 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
The first book in the Inspector Gamache series lays the foundation; the denizens of Three Pines begin to come to life, and the little village itself becomes a beloved character. I had a hard time getting into this book; LP is quite…
Jun 21, 2021TLCMom582 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I listened to the audio version of this book. I don't know if that was my downfall or not, but I found it very difficult to get into. In fact, I found the narration by Ralph Cosham a good sleep aide. I really don't know if it was just his…