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80th out of 126 books
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28 voters
Siberian Light
by
Robin White
A man lies dead, sprawled in the bedroom of apartment #8.Rock music blares as two militiamen follow the bloody trail upstairs. . . and into the quick, cold slice of a razor-edged blade.
The victim was a criminal.But two honest cops were killed with him.Gregori Nowek, mayor of the small Siberian town, is ordered to investigate.Armed with only a few clues--a fragment of cloth...more
The victim was a criminal.But two honest cops were killed with him.Gregori Nowek, mayor of the small Siberian town, is ordered to investigate.Armed with only a few clues--a fragment of cloth...more
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(first published January 1st 1997)
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I liked this story; although the plot was nothing new or unusual, the author had a good turn of phrase. A good crime novel, set in wintry siberia with a good sprinkle of geology and memorable descriptions. Something about the way the author put together his sentences reminds me of the russian language as well - there are some very russian phrases in this story.
I found the book in a second hand bookshop and have since lost it in the process of moving house / country. I have been looking for anoth...more
I found the book in a second hand bookshop and have since lost it in the process of moving house / country. I have been looking for anoth...more
At first I was unsure if I would really like this story. It is set in Siberia, Russia, so the character names and place names were unfamiliar to me. But, the story of the murder and the intrigue surrounding that murder began to engage me with the characters.
Gregori Nowek, the mayor of Markovo Ia small Siberian town) is ordered to investigate the brutal murder of a man as well as those of the two militia men who had initially responded to the scene. Although the political powers usurp the invest...more
Gregori Nowek, the mayor of Markovo Ia small Siberian town) is ordered to investigate the brutal murder of a man as well as those of the two militia men who had initially responded to the scene. Although the political powers usurp the invest...more
Excellent book. I picked this up at a 2nd hand store just b/c I was interested in a mystery taking place in Siberia--in the farthest outreaches of civilization, and I am glad I did. The mystery element itself is quite good, with some unexpected turns, the characters are well-developed, INCLUDING the geographic location, and it kept me up on work nights when I should have been sleeping.
Interesting thriller, set in Siberia with the local Mayor as hero/detective, struggling against the Russian Mafia, ex-KGB thugs and nasty multinationals, all set against a backdrop of the frozen wastes and a decaying Siberian town. The central thesis is actually a bit implausible (ok, unbelievable) but that doesn't spoil it. A real page-turner.
Very good novel set in Siberia dealing with crime and corruption in an outpost town and a remote wilderness area. Gives a real feel for the rough side of everyday life in Russia and the breakdown in their society. Excellent plot and well - developed characters keep your interest throughout.
Suspense, Siberia, and Rocks! As a fellow rock-hound and student of Geology I loved this book. The plot is masterfully crafted, the characters are believable and ultimately human, the setting feels real and I couldn't stop reading. This should be on every mystery fans bookshelf.
The details of Russian interaction and life, the self-deprecating humor, and pragatism which occasionally borders fatalism all wrapped together with a fierce sense of self is what I greatly loved about this book. The author set the tone so exactly to what I observed, it was like being back in Russia again. The story is not overly complicated and is entirely believable for the most part although some aspects later in the story, some characters and situations were sensationalized in a strange, une...more
Jul 29, 2011
Mary Newcomb
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Siberia has become "host" to an American company with grand plans. Along the way, an honest mayor becomes curious about too many things and puts them together in unexpected ways. I especially liked the use of the internet as part of the case solving.
Good enough to earn my time with a subsequent novel, The Ice Curtain. I liked the Representation of the Russian outlook on life, particularly the interaction between the main character, Nowak, and is driver - well done.
Damn this was good. I have very low expectations from battered hardcover thrillers I pick up in desperation at the library. But this one had it all: excellent writing, great characters, and a doozy of a plot. Loved it.
Robin White excels in his novels of Siberian Russia. The excitement builds with an average "hero", winning out against strong odds. White's other charactors are icing on the cake in a fast moving plot.
Truly excellent read. Fantastic look at an area I knew nothing about along with a real thriller. Would make a great movie. My big question, why no more books in this series??
I really enjoyed this book. It's set in post-communist Siberia and is a story of love, corruption, and one mans personal battle for redemption. It's quite interesting.
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Am hooked but finding some of the violent parts a bit unpleasant.
Not a surprise for a book set in post-Soviet Siberia though.
Not a surprise for a book set in post-Soviet Siberia though.
Apr 01, 2013
Carolyn
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Good light read
I suspect russians would find this book incredibly offensive. On the other hand, I just find it implausible. I managed to suspend disbelief, but it was not easy!
I've started reading this book and it is quite interesting; however it has that depressing sort of atmosphere inherent in stories with this setting and I just wasn't in the mood for it at the moment. So it is shelved for the time being but I will pick it up & continue it soon.
I don't usually read murder mystery novels, but this was very entertaining. The story kept a good pace so I stayed engaged in the story, and the author really made you feel like you were experiencing the story through the viewpoint of a Russian. Overall, an enjoyable read.
Gregori Nowek, mayor, investigates triple murder - long read, but well written, I think.
May 09, 2013
Ian
marked it as to-read
May 02, 2013
Kim
marked it as to-read
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