She wished she could see the woman more clearly, make out the expression on her face.
"Is there anything else you need to make your haven perfect?" Crow asked.
"Binoculars," Tess said. [p.9]
......And with that sentence this story took off at a rapid pace. I absolutely loved this little gem of a book. I relished the whole idea of spying on someone daily and wondering what they were "really" up to. I have to admit that I like to people watch and could totally see myself doing exactly what Tess does as this story unfolds. The story never lagged and was totally plausible. I read this over the course of a few hours and when it was done I wanted more!!! I will be sure to pick up Lippman's books with Tess as the central character. I liked her a lot and now I want to immerse myself in her world a bit longer.
Recommend? A resounding YES! This book has it all...a great plot, fantastic characters, and great story development. There was never a slow moment and seriously I was sad to have the story end. I hope that Lippman writes more of these "shorter" stories with Tess in the future..as I will be sure to read them!!!
Rating: 4/5
About Laura Lippman
Laura Lippman grew up in Baltimore and returned to her hometown in 1989 to work as a journalist. After writing seven books while still a full-time reporter, she left the Baltimore Sun to focus on fiction. The author of two New York Times bestsellers, What the Dead Know and Another Thing to Fall, she has won numerous awards for her work, including the Edgar, Quill, Anthony, Nero Wolfe, Agatha, Gumshoe, Barry, and Macavity.To learn more about Laura’s work, visit her website or connect with her on Facebook.
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Disclaimer:Thank you to TLC Book Tours for sending me a review copy. I was not compensated for my review. My thoughts on this book were in no way influenced by the author or publicist.They are my personal reflections based solely on MY experience while reading this novel
Published: January 18, 2011Publisher: William Morrow PaperbacksPages:158Genre: MysteryISBN: 978006193368 © 2011, Staci of Life in the Thumb. All Rights Reserved. If you reading this on a site other than, Life in the Thumb or Staci's feed, be aware that this post has been stolen and is used without permission.
Great review! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
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Leslie
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Oh, I must read this. I've read a couple of her other mysteries and LOVED them! Thanks for reviewing!
ReplyDeleteI love when a book's characters are so fantastic that I hate leaving them. I have actually had my eye on this book for a while and think I will have to jump over to the adult side just so I can read it. Great review!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this one as well. It was my first Tess book. I really liked that reading this one doesn't spoil you that much for her other adventures. You know the basic trajectory of her life, but there is still much to be discovered in the details.
ReplyDeleteI hope to read this one as well; I do enjoy her writing.
ReplyDeleteI liked how you included some background on the author in this review. Thanks for the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteNicely done. Lots of good info about the book!
ReplyDeleteCheers from S.E. Ontario Cottage Country!
I've just started reading her books - I really like them! I'm going through them in order, and have 3 down so far! :--)
ReplyDeleteI've wanted to read a Lippman book for awhile now, and I think I'll let this short novel be my first. I wonder if it's available as an ebook?
ReplyDeleteBooking Mama shared her copy with me and I can't wait to read it! It sounds wonderful!
ReplyDeleteI've never read her. So, this is part of a series?
ReplyDeleteI am glad to hear it is as good as it sounds..and looks :D I'd like to read it for sure
ReplyDeleteI love to people watch too. I could spend hours just sitting on a bench watching folks walk by. I had no idea that this book dealt with that topic.
ReplyDeleteI've read Laura's books, but not the ones with Tess. And you know me, I have to start with the first one! Glad you liked it.
ReplyDeleteThis book does sound good. I'm just reading her newest one now and it's good.
ReplyDeleteI love this idea--you're right, we all like to fantasize about what strangers are up to! Good recommendation...thanks!
ReplyDeleteI read my first Lippman book a year or two ago, and I agree they're great! Her writing is so funny, and Tess is so different from the usual female P.I. Thanks for the great review--I'll have to check this one out; I'm ready for a little "lighter" reading.
ReplyDeleteOhhhhhhhhh this one sounds good! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)
ReplyDeleteNow see this is the perfect example of why I get in so much trouble with review books. I wanted to get in on this one but I knew I already had more than enough review books so I passed. And now you loved it and I'm regretting passing on it. But you convinced me that it's well worth paying for!
ReplyDeleteThis might be just what I need to get out of my reading rut - a quick, entertaining story that keeps me on my toes sound like just the thing!
ReplyDeleteThanks for being on this tour and for such an enthusiastic review. :)
I really want to read this one!!! Great review!
ReplyDeleteOh, I loved this one, too, Staci, and was sad to see it end.
ReplyDeleteAt the same time, it was great to enjoy a captivating read that was finished in a very short time. I read it on my Kindle, and, of course, you don't know how many pages are there...so I was surprised to see it end.
Later, of course, I discovered that it really was short...under 200 pages.
Thanks for the review...I love the way you introduced the story.
I only rad a bit of your review because I just received a copy of this book and it is coming up in my pile to read--I am hearing great things over and over about it. I can't wait to read it too.
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I love Laura Lippman although I haven't read this one. I have her on my list of award-winning authors to read. I hope one of the other Tess books have won something.
ReplyDeleteI have yet to read a Lippman book. I started one once, but set it aside (for unknown reasons now). I'm seeing good reviews for this one.
ReplyDeleteI have yet to pick up a Lippman, though I keep meaning to. Thanks for the nudge!
ReplyDeleteI second your very positive review! This is a great book -- my favorite fiction book in months.
ReplyDeleteI've read one book by Lippmann and enjoyed it. I've been meaning to read something else by her...thanks for reminding me. This sounds like an interesting read that I would enjoy!
ReplyDeleteOh I knew this one was going to be good! :)
ReplyDeleteHope you join the Monday What Are You Reading this week as well - this is a special anniversary addition that I am very excited about! :)