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Heat Rises (Nikki Heat #3)
Richard Castle proves as adept at writing thrillers as he is at solving crimes. HEAT rises to the occasion."
Dennis Lehane, bestselling author
Fast-paced and full of intrigue, Heat Rises pairs the tough and sexy NYPD Homicide Detective Nikki Heat with hotshot reporter Jameson Rook in New York Times bestselling author Richard Castle's most thrilling mystery yet.
The bizar
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Published
September 20th 2011
by Hyperion
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Though a part of me wants to rebel against liking this book, I couldn't help it.
The big caveat is to keep in mind that this is a cross-media novel, it's a real-world novel written by a fictitious character in a TV show. But even without the crossover, the book works ok. It's a solid mystery through and through.
But what drives me to rate this as 5 stars is the depth of planning involved here. The first 2 books were all right and had their moments, but I truly felt that a lot of thought went into...more
The big caveat is to keep in mind that this is a cross-media novel, it's a real-world novel written by a fictitious character in a TV show. But even without the crossover, the book works ok. It's a solid mystery through and through.
But what drives me to rate this as 5 stars is the depth of planning involved here. The first 2 books were all right and had their moments, but I truly felt that a lot of thought went into...more
Il m'aura fallu 3 saisons de
Castle
, enchainées à la suite en moins de 2 semaines le mois dernier, pour finalement rentrer dans l'écriture des Nikki Heat !
A la lecture des 2 premiers volumes il y a 2 ans, je n'étais pas assez familière avec la série dont j'avais à peine vu une saison, et les abréviations, l'argot, plus le lexique policier me freinaient un peu. A cette époque, mon bagage était insuffisant, mais après la préparation intense que je me suis offerte dernièrement, j'avais enfin en ma...more
A la lecture des 2 premiers volumes il y a 2 ans, je n'étais pas assez familière avec la série dont j'avais à peine vu une saison, et les abréviations, l'argot, plus le lexique policier me freinaient un peu. A cette époque, mon bagage était insuffisant, mais après la préparation intense que je me suis offerte dernièrement, j'avais enfin en ma...more
These get better with each installment; I am really looking forward to #4.
This one had twists and turns and false leads that kept Heat, as well as the reader, guessing.
The most amusing thing in these books are the subtle ( or not so subtle) referenses to the "author." The main character, Rook, is the main one but then at the end we get that lovely book title from Victoria St. Claire...priceless.
(Plus if you are a fan of the TV show, you get a good laugh from some of the ways Castle describes Roo...more
This one had twists and turns and false leads that kept Heat, as well as the reader, guessing.
The most amusing thing in these books are the subtle ( or not so subtle) referenses to the "author." The main character, Rook, is the main one but then at the end we get that lovely book title from Victoria St. Claire...priceless.
(Plus if you are a fan of the TV show, you get a good laugh from some of the ways Castle describes Roo...more
I must say that, "Mr. Castle" keeps improving over time. The plot of this book was well-thought-out, including some cleverly placed references to the show and to Nathan Fillion's other acting projects (Firefly, anyone?), which devoted fans of the show and the man are sure to appreciate. I did not catch the plot twist, I am pleased to say. Good murder mysteries are supposed to be like that--it gets boring when you can predict everything that is going to happen. All in all, the third Nikki Heat wa...more
Unfortunately, I didn't dig this book as much as Naked Heat (number 2 in the series). For one thing the Jameson Rook character is absent for the first few chapters, and when he does show up, he's not in on the case (because Jameson, unlike Richard Castle, does not have a permanent ride-along gig with the NYPD). Only when Nikki gets temporarily suspended from the force does she get the chance to work the case alongside Rook, and waiting for that to happen made the beginning of the book go a littl...more
I should be working on my own writing, but I've been pulled in by another Castle book. Of the three I've read, this one is my favorite. There is everything: murder, mystery, action, love, angst, sorrow, comedy. Fans of the show will recognize situations from season three of the show. There is even a reference to Captain Malcolm Reynolds, who Nathan Fillion (Richard Castle) plays in Firefly. In fact, I suspect that fans of the show are the ones who'll most enjoy the book because of these hidden l...more
I bought this book thinking it would be a fun read over the holidays. It definitely was interesting and fun, but I don't think I will be going back to read these books again. In Heat Rises, Detective Heat and a journalist named Rook work towards finding the murderer of a priest. The case seems easy at first, but as time goes on, it gets more twisted and complex and leads to a killer you never expected! I didn't like this book because it had so many characters that I couldn't keep up! It got anno...more
What's to say? Honestly the review should be very short. If you like the Castle TV series (which I do..one of my favorite shows) then this book should be right up your alley..
I've said it in previous 'Richard Castle' reviews I've written that this is really a brilliant tie in idea on ABC's part..
Fictitious writer Rick Castle is to Jameson Rook as Kate Beckett is to Nikki Heat and 'Castle' does a great job of using his 'experiences' from his ride alongs with the 12th precinct in NYC to write fun...more
I've said it in previous 'Richard Castle' reviews I've written that this is really a brilliant tie in idea on ABC's part..
Fictitious writer Rick Castle is to Jameson Rook as Kate Beckett is to Nikki Heat and 'Castle' does a great job of using his 'experiences' from his ride alongs with the 12th precinct in NYC to write fun...more
If you are a fan of the ABC show, Castle, then you will most likely already have picked up on the books that tie in – apparently written by the fictional character of Richard Castle (the author picture on the back cover is of Nathan Fillion, who plays him). Fans will most definitely enjoy the in-jokes and recognise the “real” situations and characters from the show that have inspired the “fictional” counterparts in the novels. They will laugh their socks off when Jameson Rook says things like, “...more
Heat Rises by Richard CastleMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Since there are so many glowing reviews I won't bother to write a long winded version. I started this series on a whim because I liked the Castle TV show, I was more than surprised to find that these books were actually well written (ghost writer should get an award). I had read the first 2 books and they were very entertaining and worth the money but months later I could not tell you too much about the plot of either book. That usually means t...more
Those who watch Castle on TV already know that Richard Castle is not really the author of Heat Rises. In fact Richard Castle is not a real author (or person). Instead, he is a fictitious author who is the lead character in the ABC television show. Mr. Castle is a writer who observes (and helps) the investigative process of a New York City Police Department homicide unit in the show. In addition, Richard Castle, the TV character, publishes novels based on the characters in the TV show using diffe...more
THIS REVIEW IS FOR ALL THREE OF THE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE BOOKS IN THE SERIES: I've been eyeing these books for awhile, but couldn't decide if they were worth a try or not. This series is based on the conceit that the character on ABC's mystery series CASTLE writes the books, and in fact ABC has persisted in not revealing the real author. This doesn't seem quite fair to the whoever the writer is, since these books are actually very well written and quite enjoyable. I picked up the first one throug...more
I have no idea who's really writing these books, but the author sure does a great job making it sound as if the character of Richard Castle really is penning these. This book was another fun read, with Nikki Heat in line to be promoted to lieutenant but having to solve a mess of a crime first, one that stems from a priest's murder at a bondage club that soon leads her to question an arrogant and obnoxious CIA contractor, a human rights group that might be a front for something else, and all sort...more
I’m not what you’d call the biggest fan of novelizations, especially when it comes to TV shows. No matter how much I love the Stargate shows or Babylon 5, I just can’t get into the books. I think that a lot of the problem lies in the fact that I have higher expectations of books than I do cinema. But the more spin-off books I pick up, with the exceptions of a few Star Wars authors, the lower my expectations for them as genre plunges. So while I was willing to drop a copy of Heat Rises in my 2 do...more
The characters are very well-developed, and very realistic. Richard Castle does a phenomenal job of describing each and every character with great detail and he gives every person their own unique attitude, looks, and even unique mannerisms. He doesn’t overwhelm you with too many characters at a time either like some authors. Castle gives you plenty of time to get to know all of the characters before throwing another one in there to know. He did a great job making all the characters fully devel...more
As a fan of the tv show Castle, I really enjoyed this book. I love the adaptation of the events and characters in the show, and kept having to remind myself that these events weren't "ripped from the headline." More like "ripped from the script." In the books, Rook and Heat are having the love affair Castle wishes he and Beckett were having on the show. In this particular book, the events surround Capt. Montgomery are covered--again, they are "adapted" in a way that makes perfect sense for Castl...more
For what this book is, and what it's affiliated with (a massively funded ABC television series) it goes beyond my expectations. What I love so much about the Castle series and subsequent Nikki Heat novels is this: clearly, the writer serving under the nom de guerre of Richard Castle is deeply entertained and amused by his (or her) own characters. There's a love there. It seems to spring from someone's joy.
Beyond the gripping plot one would hope for in a mystery novel, there is a playfulness tha...more
Beyond the gripping plot one would hope for in a mystery novel, there is a playfulness tha...more
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Every time we watch a few episodes of Castle, I experience the irresistible urge to read another one of the Nikki Heat books. It's a compulsion, I can't help myself. I know there's another potato chip in that bag, and it's calling my name.
The third Nikki Heat book is Heat Rises, and so far, they are maintaining the illusion that the books are written by Richard Castle. What can I say? So far, it's working for me. As a matter of fact, it's worki...more
Every time we watch a few episodes of Castle, I experience the irresistible urge to read another one of the Nikki Heat books. It's a compulsion, I can't help myself. I know there's another potato chip in that bag, and it's calling my name.
The third Nikki Heat book is Heat Rises, and so far, they are maintaining the illusion that the books are written by Richard Castle. What can I say? So far, it's working for me. As a matter of fact, it's worki...more
Surprised and impressed!
Performed by Johnny Heller
Duration: 11 hours, 15 minutes
Published 2011 by Hyperion Audio
I freely admit that when I got this audiobook I was not expecting much. The premise behind the whole series is an inside joke to begin with since this is supposed to be the books written by an author in the fictional television series Castle. So, I am reading about a fictional character in the books of a fictional author based upon the life of another fictional character in a TV show....more
Performed by Johnny Heller
Duration: 11 hours, 15 minutes
Published 2011 by Hyperion Audio
I freely admit that when I got this audiobook I was not expecting much. The premise behind the whole series is an inside joke to begin with since this is supposed to be the books written by an author in the fictional television series Castle. So, I am reading about a fictional character in the books of a fictional author based upon the life of another fictional character in a TV show....more
This was by far the best of the three Nikki Heat books. I suppose if one did not watch the TV show, then the setting up of the characters/situations in books one and two really pay off in book three which felt much more character driven. The low that Castle took his character Nikki to was quite deep and this made her 'Rise' all the more enjoyable.
In fact, I'd love to see something similar happen in future episodes of the TV show which for the most part give Kate Beckett situations in which to s...more
In fact, I'd love to see something similar happen in future episodes of the TV show which for the most part give Kate Beckett situations in which to s...more
I don't watch a lot of television, so I really wasn't aware of who Richard Castle is. Nathan Fillion portrays this character, who is an author, on the tv show Castle. Now, on this series, Castle is an award winning author with numerous books to his credit. To further promote the television series ABC tv actually published Castle's last three books - all which have landed on the New York Times bestseller lists! Although it is obvious there is a ghost writer, ABC sticks the story that Castle is th...more
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Browsing the books on the shelf at the library my eyes came to rest on this book. At first I couldn't believe it, the title was the same one mentioned on one of my favorite shows, "Castle." When I picked the book up I started giggling; it was real! There was Richard Castle on the book jacket and a brief excerpt about Nikki Heat. Huzzah! I rushed home to show my husband and was thrilled by the actual read. The book was fantastic and so true to the show. I LOVED that Niki had to circle and circle...more
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Book seems just like the TV show -- fast paced, full of wit, exciting. I do like them......
Fast-paced and full of intrigue, Heat Rises pairs the tough and sexy NYPD Homicide Detective Nikki Heat with hotshot reporter Jameson Rook in New York Times bestselling author Richard Castle's most thrilling mystery yet.
The bizarre murder of a parish priest at a New York bondage club opens Nikki Heat's most thrilling and dangerous case so far, pitting her against New York's most vicious drug lord, an arrog...more
Fast-paced and full of intrigue, Heat Rises pairs the tough and sexy NYPD Homicide Detective Nikki Heat with hotshot reporter Jameson Rook in New York Times bestselling author Richard Castle's most thrilling mystery yet.
The bizarre murder of a parish priest at a New York bondage club opens Nikki Heat's most thrilling and dangerous case so far, pitting her against New York's most vicious drug lord, an arrog...more
This is the new book out by the creators of the TV show Castle. This is the third book written by the writers of the show with the main character Nikki Heat based on the character of Kate Beckett. Kate is played by the wonderful actress Stana Katic. Just like in the TV show a journalist by the name or Jameson Rook wanted to do a ride along with Nikki Heat to do a article on the detectives in Homicide. In the show its a writer by the name of Richard Castle needing inspiration for a new character...more
Heat Rises by Richard Castle (pp. 305)
Another in the series of books based on the TV series, Castle, written by the lead character on the show. The books are largely solid escapist entertainment. But there’s some extra fun in this offering . The series is starting to find its own voice. It is fascinating to see how the ghost writer manages to juggle the continuing TV storyline and backstory while maintaining its own story world. Occasionally, you start getting lost in which world is the more dom...more
Another in the series of books based on the TV series, Castle, written by the lead character on the show. The books are largely solid escapist entertainment. But there’s some extra fun in this offering . The series is starting to find its own voice. It is fascinating to see how the ghost writer manages to juggle the continuing TV storyline and backstory while maintaining its own story world. Occasionally, you start getting lost in which world is the more dom...more
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I love the concept of these books. Richard Castle, a fictitious mystery writer on the TV series, Castle, tags along with Homicide Detective Kate Beckett when investigating murders to get ideas for books and learn more about police procedure. He writes a series based on Kate, calling the character Nikki Heat. All of the characters Castle deals with on the TV show are showcased in the Heat series and they've released this fictitious series to us. His own character in the book, Jameson Rook, is an...more
First of all, I don't do reviews and second I am a mega- fan of Castle. Have been since the first episode. So, for those of you who enjoy and appreciate the show - read this book! For folks who have never seen the show - read this book!
I read the preceding two books in this series and was not as impressed. They seemed to be quickly written to take advantage of the show tie in. This book was much more cohesive. I was drawn in from page one and had a hard time while reading between wanting to ge...more
Having read the 2 previous Heat books, I wasn't prepared to be too impressed, more sort of just a grin here and there at references to the show.
However, I think this is actually good enough to stand on its own. Partly, I think, it's due to the fact that they aren't sticking anymore to the formula of the show and keeping the leads apart. Even when they fight, they quickly get back together, and they still have chemistry.
Also, there was a pretty compelling mystery going on, with the priest and wit...more
However, I think this is actually good enough to stand on its own. Partly, I think, it's due to the fact that they aren't sticking anymore to the formula of the show and keeping the leads apart. Even when they fight, they quickly get back together, and they still have chemistry.
Also, there was a pretty compelling mystery going on, with the priest and wit...more
Gamely plodding through this thing, which stars ace NYPD detective Nikki Heat.
I'm pretty sure I've seen a movie with an actress named Nikki Heat. I don't think she played a cop. Prison warden, maybe.
This book sucks but I am going to finish it. I want to know just how bad it is, and how to imitate it so Dennis Lehane can write blurbs for me.
OK...
Apparently Richard Castle is a character on a TV show who writes mysteries. It's very meta or pomo or something.
The novel reads like a fleshed-out screen...more
I'm pretty sure I've seen a movie with an actress named Nikki Heat. I don't think she played a cop. Prison warden, maybe.
This book sucks but I am going to finish it. I want to know just how bad it is, and how to imitate it so Dennis Lehane can write blurbs for me.
OK...
Apparently Richard Castle is a character on a TV show who writes mysteries. It's very meta or pomo or something.
The novel reads like a fleshed-out screen...more
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Richard Castle is the author of numerous bestsellers, including the critically acclaimed Derrick Storm series. His first novel, In a Hail of Bullets, published while he was still in college, received the Nom DePlume Society's prestigious Tom Straw Award for Mystery Literatur...more
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Richard Castle is the author of numerous bestsellers, including the critically acclaimed Derrick Storm series. His first novel, In a Hail of Bullets, published while he was still in college, received the Nom DePlume Society's prestigious Tom Straw Award for Mystery Literatur...more
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