Maisie Dobbs (Maisie Dobbs, #1) in Clean Reads

Nov 15, 2018 Beth rated it liked it

Maisie is a detective during the 1920’s. She doesn’t use any far fetched tactics to deduce information. It was enjoyable read and the author did a good job building the characters but the experiences are not very detailed and the romantic relationship is sparse. I’m not one to rely on a heavy romantic theme but I wanted to learn more about it than just that they went to dinner.

All told, I’m glad a read the book and enjoyed the insight into Europe before, during and after WWI, as well as the mys ...more

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Apr 01, 2011 Michele rated it liked it

Shelves: books-of-2011

A slower paced, thoughtful book. It is being compared to Alexander McCall Smith's, #1 Ladies Detective Agency. That has got to be good marketing, yes? I think I will continue on with the series, but not just yet.
Some decent quotes:
58: Allow grief room to air itself.
104 Stay with the question, the more it troubles you, the more it has to teach you.
196: Maurice says that only when we have respect for time will we have learned something of the art of living.
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Jul 22, 2009 Christy rated it really liked it

I read 64 pages of this book and thought it was mildly entertaining, but as I read on I got very involved with the characters. I loved the story and I loved how she ties everything up in the end. The only thing I didn't like about this book is that I wished for more details.
I would like to read all of her other books. I think she is a good writer. ...more

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Oct 24, 2020 Stephanie rated it liked it

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Jan 05, 2011 Erin rated it really liked it

I was surprised by this book. Billed as a "detective" novel, I expected a faster pace, however, the story ended up having much more substance and heart along with a good mystery to solve. I'm looking forward to reading more Maisie Dobbs!! ...more

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