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Stray Bullets (Detective Greene #3)
In The Guilty Plea and Old City Hall, critically-acclaimed Canadian author Robert Rotenberg created gripping page-turners that captured audiences in Canada and around the world.
Rotenberg’s bestsellers do for Toronto what Ian Rankin has done for Edinburgh and Michael Connolly for Los Angeles.
In Stray Bullets, Rotenberg takes the reader to a snowy November night. Outside a...more
Rotenberg’s bestsellers do for Toronto what Ian Rankin has done for Edinburgh and Michael Connolly for Los Angeles.
In Stray Bullets, Rotenberg takes the reader to a snowy November night. Outside a...more
Hardcover, Hardcover, 304 pages
Published
May 2012
by Simon & Schuster
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The third in the series that with Rotenberg's OLD CITY HALL, again featuring Toronto police detective Ari Greene. I really enjoyed OLD CITY HALL, but I was bit disappointed in THE GUILTY PLEA which used a very similar plot structure to OLD CITY HALL.
This one, though, redeems the series. A little boy is killed in front of a Tim Hortons in downtown Toronto when a trio of petty criminals decide to settle their grievances with guns. Deals are made, witnesses disappear, there is much legal jousting.
A...more
This one, though, redeems the series. A little boy is killed in front of a Tim Hortons in downtown Toronto when a trio of petty criminals decide to settle their grievances with guns. Deals are made, witnesses disappear, there is much legal jousting.
A...more
This is the third book in the legal mystery series based in Toronto. The first was Old City Hall, followed by The Guilty Plea. We have Detective Ari Greene and Officer Kennicott back, and they both get a good share of the action both on the case and in their personal life. Another character we see back is criminal lawyer Nancy Parish.
As the book begins, Nancy is about to leave for a long-awaited vacation in Mexico. But downtown, at a Tim Hortons, a tragic situation unfolds. The jealous ex-boyfri...more
As the book begins, Nancy is about to leave for a long-awaited vacation in Mexico. But downtown, at a Tim Hortons, a tragic situation unfolds. The jealous ex-boyfri...more
In my opinion "Stray Bullets", the 3rd in the series, is a much better read than "The Guilty Plea". the 2nd one. Robert Rotenberg sure has the Toronto weather nailed down perfectly and makes it, along with all the rest of the Toronto location, a character in itself in the story.
This is a topnotch police procedural and courtroom drama but it is not a mystery novel, as everyone knows "whodunit" but not necessarily the "Hows & the Whys", almost from the beginning.
I would rate this a 5 star re...more
This is a topnotch police procedural and courtroom drama but it is not a mystery novel, as everyone knows "whodunit" but not necessarily the "Hows & the Whys", almost from the beginning.
I would rate this a 5 star re...more
Stray Bullets is Toronto lawyer Robert Rotenberg's third novel and it releases today. I have to say - Rotenberg keeps getting better and better. This is my favourite so far.
Cedric Wilkinson and his four year old son Kyle stop by a Toronto Tim Hortons for a quick donut one November evening. It's the first time Kyle has seen snow. And sadly it's his last - Kyle is struck by a bullet meant for someone else. Only one witness knows exactly what went down and he runs - he's in the country illegally.
Re...more
Cedric Wilkinson and his four year old son Kyle stop by a Toronto Tim Hortons for a quick donut one November evening. It's the first time Kyle has seen snow. And sadly it's his last - Kyle is struck by a bullet meant for someone else. Only one witness knows exactly what went down and he runs - he's in the country illegally.
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I've read Rotenberg's first two books in this series and enjoyed them. Plus I'd heard him speak in September ... he did a reading from Stray Bullets, which at that time was still in a binder.
This books brings back characters from his last two books like Ari Greene, Daniel Kennicott and Nancy Parish. The story takes place in Toronto so I knew exactly where the action is happening. If you're not in Toronto, don't worry, you wouldn't find it annoying.
I liked this one the best of the three in the se...more
This books brings back characters from his last two books like Ari Greene, Daniel Kennicott and Nancy Parish. The story takes place in Toronto so I knew exactly where the action is happening. If you're not in Toronto, don't worry, you wouldn't find it annoying.
I liked this one the best of the three in the se...more
Every author needs their niche. Rotenberg has found his, writing legal dramas (with courtroom trial), much like some of the better work of Grisham and Michael Connelly. What sets Rotenberg apart is his use of Canada (Toronto specifically) to really bring the stories home for me. While I sit through much of the US courtroom drama in many a book, or description of US or European cities, Rotenberg makes us Canadians proud by setting his books in Canada and using its Canadiana (Timmy's, the double d...more
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I've been wanting to read Robert Rotenberg's first two books but haven't had the chance yet, so was very pleased to receive this, his third, as a First Reads Giveaway.
It was very easy to pick up Stray Bullets without having read the first two - it is a stand alone book. Several of the characters are obviously regulars to his books, and Rotenberg does a fine job of giving plenty of back story. The quick pace and short chapters keep you on your toes - a good page turner for sure, without being me...more
It was very easy to pick up Stray Bullets without having read the first two - it is a stand alone book. Several of the characters are obviously regulars to his books, and Rotenberg does a fine job of giving plenty of back story. The quick pace and short chapters keep you on your toes - a good page turner for sure, without being me...more
Stray Bullets by Robert Rotenberg
I purchased this book, as I heard so many great things about it through Goodreads from other members.I was not disappointed, and I cannot say enough good things about Robert Rotenberg's Stray Bullets. A four year old boy has been shot and Toronto is in an uproar about it. The police are trying to figure out exactly what happened, but nobody actually saw what happened and the lawyers are doing their best for their clients.
It's an interesting combination. We get t...more
I purchased this book, as I heard so many great things about it through Goodreads from other members.I was not disappointed, and I cannot say enough good things about Robert Rotenberg's Stray Bullets. A four year old boy has been shot and Toronto is in an uproar about it. The police are trying to figure out exactly what happened, but nobody actually saw what happened and the lawyers are doing their best for their clients.
It's an interesting combination. We get t...more
Disclosure: I received a copy of this from the Goodreads First Reads program.
Synopsis:A child is shot in a Toronto Tim Horton's car park during the first snow fall of the year. Most witness accounts and CCTV each reveal only parts of the events, and the one who may have seen it all is on the run.
Rotenberg's novel takes the reader on a journey that uncovers how the police, the Crown and defense attorneys map out and piece together events, broker deals and cope with the media to solve the murder o...more
Synopsis:A child is shot in a Toronto Tim Horton's car park during the first snow fall of the year. Most witness accounts and CCTV each reveal only parts of the events, and the one who may have seen it all is on the run.
Rotenberg's novel takes the reader on a journey that uncovers how the police, the Crown and defense attorneys map out and piece together events, broker deals and cope with the media to solve the murder o...more
'Stray Bullets' by Robert Rotenberg is an exciting read. The book literally begins with a bang when a child is gunned down in front of a Tim Horton's in Toronto. Rotenberg quickly introduces the reader to the detectives who are investigating the crime as well as the Crown and Defense lawyers. There is good character development throughout the book, making it easy to connect with the protagonists. The author's knowledge about criminal proceedings shines throughout the book and it is refreshing to...more
The third book in Robert Rotenberg's Ari Greene series is an excellent read. Again, Toronto is a central character in the novel; Rotenberg knows the city well, and introduces us to more parts of this vibrant metropolis as well as to a new character who we hope will continue to be part of the series: Nancy Parish, a feisty defence lawyer for the man accused of a horrific crime. I don't know if I like this book more than Old City Hall (spoiler alert: it's hard to beat the side story in OCH where t...more
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On a very cold, slippery November day, a young child's life comes to an abrupt end. The cries of his Father could be heard, "My son! He's been hit!" It was, maybe six bullets, or seven, or possibly nine and the only one hit was a young innocent bystander just starting out his young life at the tender age of four.
The witnesses had seen and heard bits and pieces and they advised the police there were three men in the altercation. Now it's the lawyer's job to investigate and speak to any and all wi...more
The witnesses had seen and heard bits and pieces and they advised the police there were three men in the altercation. Now it's the lawyer's job to investigate and speak to any and all wi...more
Having read Old City Hall and The Guilty Plea, I had high hopes for this third novel and was not disappointed. The author's insider knowledge and expertise in the legal field is evident - from the lawyer's tactics to courtroom arguments, the wording and plot kept me turning the page. Set in Toronto, where I live, added extra visualization for me as I could picture where the scenes were taking place as I read. As in all good character development, I felt a great connection with some (had a tough...more
This book reminded me precisely why I hate lawyers. Conniving, self serving and lying little ******.
But believe me this book is about so much more. It is a very thorough look into the legal, police and bureaucratic systems in Toronto. But don't be alarmed by this, the book isn't even one bit dull. This book might not to be a thriller but the utterly beautiful writing by author Robert Rotenberg makes even routine courtroom drama feel breathtakingly suspenseful.
This book also offers an insight i...more
But believe me this book is about so much more. It is a very thorough look into the legal, police and bureaucratic systems in Toronto. But don't be alarmed by this, the book isn't even one bit dull. This book might not to be a thriller but the utterly beautiful writing by author Robert Rotenberg makes even routine courtroom drama feel breathtakingly suspenseful.
This book also offers an insight i...more
I cannot say enough good things about Robert Rotenberg's Stray Bullets. A four year old boy has been shot and Toronto is in an uproar about it. The police are trying to figure out exactly what happened, but nobody actually saw what happened and the lawyers are doing their best for their clients.
It's an interesting combination. We get to see the police investigation and the lawyer's process for both sides, the crown and the defense. It reminded me a bit of watching Law and Order. At times I got...more
It's an interesting combination. We get to see the police investigation and the lawyer's process for both sides, the crown and the defense. It reminded me a bit of watching Law and Order. At times I got...more
This fast-paced legal drama about a high-profile murder in Toronto hits all the right buttons for a local boy. This gripping novel has multiple POV and short chapters with a hook or polish at the end of each to keep the pages turning. Stylistically, there is some overuse of sentence fragments and a superfluity of dialogue tags including some sentences that run on after question marks, but overall the narrative is concise and powerful. A quick and easy read.
The plot line is rather close to this summer's headlines, as it involves the death of a little boy accidentally caught in the line of fire. I liked the mystery for its Toronto setting, the description of the multicultural nature of the city, and the machinations of the Canadian legal system. Most of the characters from the two previous novels are present, although there is little development in their personal lives.
I received a copy of this book through the First Reads program.
I really enjoyed the legal drama of Stray Bullets by Robert Rotenberg. This is the first book I have read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The book flowed along at an easy place with language that was understandable and made you feel like you were in the story.
The story took place in Toronto and the descriptions of places and the Canadian legal system made me familiar with a place I had never experienced before.
I would loo...more
I really enjoyed the legal drama of Stray Bullets by Robert Rotenberg. This is the first book I have read by this author and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The book flowed along at an easy place with language that was understandable and made you feel like you were in the story.
The story took place in Toronto and the descriptions of places and the Canadian legal system made me familiar with a place I had never experienced before.
I would loo...more
Excellent mystery set in downtown Toronto. Shots are fired in front of a downtown Tim Hortons and a small boy is hit and dies. Witness accounts are varied and inconsistent, and one Tim's employee disappears. Much detail in the courtroom strategies; a twist at the end. Easy read because it's full of interesting characters, well written, and a riveting story.
A shooting outside a downtown Tim Horton's leaves a little boy dead and the Crown with a difficult case. Robert Rotenberg's newest novel is a good read while illustrating issues Toronto deals with including gun violence and illegal immigrants. The characters are well rounded and the book has a ripped from the headlines feel.
Finished and as usual this author did not let me down. They call him the Canadian Grisham, but I think he is much better than several of Grisham's novels have been. His storylines are always great, and his characters and court cases equally good. This is the third in the series and I hope their are many more.
Stray Bullets would have been a fantastic book had Rotenberg done his homework on his geographical locations. Clearly he did not do his research correctly and my frustrations with his mistakes took away from his exceptional writing. I received Stray Bullets for free through Goodreads First Reads.
I read Rotenberg's first two books and was impressed with his storytelling. His background as a criminal lawyer in Toronto adds to the authenticity of his characters and setting. I waited several months with this on hold at the library, and wasn't disappointed.
A good story from a Canadian writer. If you like true crime fiction, Rotenberg is for you. He weaves a good tale. If you're a Law & Order fan, you'll be very happy. The only negative for me, were the awkward explanations about Toronto landmarks.
i know i'd like these books almost as much if they took place in another city. but they don't - they're firmly located in my beloved toronto. and yes, it makes me happy. shared public transportation routes, well-trod roads - love it!
great story. great reoccurring characters. i find it interesting that the 'hero' shifts from section to section, page to page. and i don't find the story suffers from it.
would i recommend? if you like police and/or legal procedurals, absolutely. and even if they're n...more
great story. great reoccurring characters. i find it interesting that the 'hero' shifts from section to section, page to page. and i don't find the story suffers from it.
would i recommend? if you like police and/or legal procedurals, absolutely. and even if they're n...more
Great story! I love that it takes place in Toronto and mentions so many of the places I know. I also think it's terrific that it very clearly represents Toronto's multicultural population. Robert is getting better with every book!
Great to read a good series based in Toronto. Again (as in was the case with the previous two books in the series), can discern the real-life inspiration for much of the background to the story, but well written and worth reading.
The Toronto setting, all too seldom seen in books that seeks a wider audience (are you listening Linwood Barclay?) was very welcome. A good, serviceable mystery.
Third in a gripping series of police procedurals set in Toronto starring Detective Ari Greene and a familiar cast of well-realized characters
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After graduating from law school in Toronto, Robert Rotenberg became the managing editor of Passion, the English-speaking magazine of Paris. He then returned to publish and edit his own magazine, T.O. The Magazine of Toronto.Eighteen years ago he opened his own law practice and is today one of Toronto’s top criminal lawyers, defending, as he likes to say “everything from murder to shoplifting.”Rot...more
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