“I enjoyed this but I’m not sure why!
Harry Quebert is a lecturer in an American University, he has written one international bestselling novel, known as the ultimate literary love story. His prodigy, also a famous writer suddenly struggling with writers block. He visits Harry and unearths some sinister information which turns Harry’s world upside down.
6/10
Score 6/10
Date read February 2015
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“Here’s a breath of fresh air into the arena. Funny, tender and crafted, certainly inventive.
I’d like to see/read more of his, and wouldn’t it be good for some of the characters to appear in future books.
Take small island in the pacific which is due to expire, add a straight out of military combat burnt out soldier in the role as British colonial sergeant. He befriends a comic book reading teenager and they embark on creating Tigerman.
If you ever get a chance to see Nick Harkaway giving a talk or reading do grab the opportunity, he is a real gent and passionate about books and reading, plus he is an excellent author. 8/10
Score 8/10
Date read
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“I really like Peter May’s Scottish mysteries.
This one has a real sense of place and he brings it alive.
My only gripe is the ending isn’t as strong as the rest of the story/plot, but don’t let that deter you from reading this very well done thriller. 7.5/10
Score 7.5/10
Date read November 2014
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“A fresh new thriller novelist who has climbed the bestseller list.
An interesting angle in that his books are threaded with a missing persons theme.
London based and well done, I liked it. I also met Tim and he is a thoughtful and good speaker, I’ll read more of his. 6/10
Score 6/10
Date read November 2014
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