The Overlook (Harry Bosch, #13; Harry Bosch Universe, #18) in 2-3-4 Challenge

Mar 21, 2017 Jonetta rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 4000-books, audiobook, nc-br-digital-library, author-of-the-week, mystery-suspense-thriller, group-read, 17000-in-2017

Harry Bosch now works in the Robbery-Homicide Division in the Homicide Special unit follow the events of Echo Park. He's got a new partner, Ignacio Ferras, and their first case is the murder of a medical physicist. Because the case also involves the theft of some radioactive materials, the FBI and other alphabet agencies want to control the case that Harry first sees as a homicide.

This is Connelly's most nimbly-written story to date and that made a big difference in my enjoyment. I finished lis ...more

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Mar 26, 2017 Robin rated it really liked it

Shelves: mystery, 2017

Harry Bosch is called out on his first case since being recruited to the Homicide Special Squad. The body of Dr. Stanley Kent has been found on the Overlook near Mulholland Drive. He was killed execution style. Harry and his new partner Ignacio Ferras are just starting to put the pieces of the murder together when FBI Agent Rachel Walling shows up. She wants information about the murder, but doesn't want to give up anything in return. As Harry fights to keep jurisdiction over the murder, he disc ...more

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Mar 17, 2017 Lauren rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: cop-hero, police-procedural, fbi-agents

The Overlook
3.5 Stars

Detective Harry Bosch is newly assigned to the elite Robbery-Homicide division when he is called in to what initially appears to be a routine case - a man has been found shot to death in the Hollywood Hills. Things soon take a disturbing turn when it is revealed that the victim had access to radioactive materials and that the motive may be terror related. As Bosch and FBI agent Rachel Walling race against time to locate the killers and the missing Cesium, they will have to t The Overlook
3.5 Stars

Detective Harry Bosch is newly assigned to the elite Robbery-Homicide division when he is called in to what initially appears to be a routine case - a man has been found shot to death in the Hollywood Hills. Things soon take a disturbing turn when it is revealed that the victim had access to radioactive materials and that the motive may be terror related. As Bosch and FBI agent Rachel Walling race against time to locate the killers and the missing Cesium, they will have to trust their instincts and each other to uncover the truth.

Unlike several of the other books in the series, this installment is shorter and tighter both in terms of pacing and plotting as Connelly gets to the point very quickly without much of the internal musings and angst that define his main character. There are also numerous twists and turns to keep the reader guessing although some are more obvious than others.

Harry's interactions with the FBI in general, and Rachel Walling in particular, is very realistic. The animosity between local law enforcement and the bureau is not unheard of, and it is always interesting to see the lengths to which Harry will go in order to stay involved in a case and attain justice for the victim.

The ultimate explanation of the crime is not surprising as there are hints early on that things are not as they seem. Nevertheless, the final action scenes are exciting, and the resolution is apropos.

The inclusion of Rachel Walling is another highlight of the story. Writing female characters and romance are not Connelly's forte, but he is on the right path with the intriguing dynamics between Harry and Rachel. On the one hand, they are a good fit for one another on a personal level, but the recklessness that she sees in Harry's professional life constitutes an obstacle to any future relationship. It will be interesting to see where Connelly takes this.

All in all, an entertaining story even if it is somewhat predictable. Looking forward to reading The Lincoln Lawyer next and getting some insights into Harry's younger sibling. ...more

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Feb 12, 2018 Sandra Hoover rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: suspense, police-procedurals

Harry Bosch is now with the Homicide Special Squad working with new partner, Ignacio Ferras. They're called out to investigate the murder of a doctor with unlimited access to radioactive materials which soon turns into a case with possible consequenses to national security. When FBI Agent Rachel Walling shows up at the scene, Harry knows he's in danger of losing control of his case. As always, Bosch refuses to allow himself to be shoved out, and proceeds working the murder in his own methodical, ...more

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Feb 13, 2020 Meera rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: mystery, 5000-books, bwc2020

This didn’t get 4 stars because of the side characters in this one. Somehow they are all dumb compared to Bosch, especially Rachel. I really can’t stand her character. The author really should have done a better job with her. So if it weren’t for the annoyance of dealing with poorly developed characters I would have enjoyed this more.

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Sep 03, 2017 Connie rated it it was amazing

This was a very easy book to read. It had action on all pages and Harry teamed up with Rachel Walling, so there was the tension between the two of them to get you wanting to read the next page. This one involved terrorism, or that was the premise, but was it really terrorism, or just a homicide case. You get to figure it out.

I am giving this 5 out of 5 stars. Can't wait to read the next in the series. ...more

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