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Jenifer
Nov 28, 2012 rated it it was amazing
Oh, how I love the Dublin Murder Squad. I don’t think I’ve ever loved such a group of screwed up detective quite as much as I love Tana French’s group of characters. Well, maybe I love Chelsea Cain’s, Archie Sheridan, as much but that’s about it.

One unique aspect of French’s Dublin Murder Squad series is that each book focuses on different main character that was introduced in the prior book. It’s unique but also frustrating. I say frustrating because French leaves you wanting so much more from
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Kay Green
Jul 14, 2011 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
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This is my idea of a perfect summer read. Interesting characters, a story line that goes back into the past, a murder without too much gore, and a fresh writing style. The story takes place in Faithful Place in Dublin, a kind of row house tenement where the families all are intertwined and keep secrets. Perfect for the beach.
Lara
Nov 27, 2012 rated it liked it
I was hoping for more of a mystery but it was clear early on who the murderer was. Figuring out why it happened was interesting and the novel is well-written but just not particularly suspenseful.
Katie
Mar 13, 2017 rated it liked it
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Faithful Place was a quick, interesting escape. I figured out who did it pretty early in the book, so the reveal at the end wasn't so mind-blowing. And Detective Mackey's family was so depressing and ugly to each other that it wasn't a fun escape. Maybe this is why I usually stick to sci-fi or fantasy when I'm looking for a quick fun read. Overall, it kept me interested, but wasn't my favorite. ...more
Julie
Nov 15, 2024 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
So good! Twisty, dark, great pace and tension. Fabulous on #audio
Sara
Apr 17, 2011 marked it as to-read
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May 08, 2017 rated it liked it  ·  review of another edition
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Jun 16, 2015 rated it it was amazing
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Dec 25, 2018 rated it it was ok
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Mar 03, 2019 marked it as to-read
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