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I don't understand why an author would create a book full of characters that she clearly despises. Did anyone else find all the sneering tiresome?

Jenn I agree with Richard Skeat. I think she really likes Jackson. He's flawed but he is a work in progress as a man and he seems to acknowledge his flaws …moreI agree with Richard Skeat. I think she really likes Jackson. He's flawed but he is a work in progress as a man and he seems to acknowledge his flaws and also that he needs to work on them. One of his flaws is picking the wrong woman. His first wife was terrible and Julia is a flake whereas there are other women in his life that he doesn't go for who would be better choices.

I though Martin was very likable. He's a small, bullied man who doesn't want to make waves but can't help but step up and be heroic when a situation warrants. He is seemingly cowardly but didn't think twice about stopping Paul from getting beaten or from firing that gun.

And Tatiana! Total badass. I'd love to see her take a swipe at Julia. (less)

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I didn't realise that this is a sequel, can it be read as a stand-alone?

Jack The plot of each of the books stands alone, so the order isn't important from that standpoint. However, the first book introduces Brodie and each subs…moreThe plot of each of the books stands alone, so the order isn't important from that standpoint. However, the first book introduces Brodie and each subsequently advances his personal history, so reading them in order would add to your enjoyment.(less)

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All these nested character studies! While I do enjoy the characters, I am not sure I want to continue the rest in the series if this structure continues throughout. Can you tell me if this is how all the books in the series are?

Natalie Brewer I think this is the most complicated in terms of characters. I’ve read all of the Jackson Brodie series and enjoyed them all. I think my favourite is …moreI think this is the most complicated in terms of characters. I’ve read all of the Jackson Brodie series and enjoyed them all. I think my favourite is Started Early, took my dog. I would absolutely recommend the rest. No need to read in order either.(less)

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