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Galbraith, Robert (J.K Rowling): The Cuckoo's Calling - Start Date October 2, 2013 (October 2013 Adult Anything Goes)
Right, I'm really behind but I'll keep going!6. Puzzled about the girl Lulu met at rehab. We hear about her at the beginning of this part but then we don't hear about her again in the next 7 chapters. Intrigued to see if she pops up again.
7. Deeby Macc seems very odd. I have my suspicions of him yet I think he is a bit too obvious and why would he want her dead?
8. I don't know, didn't really think about what Strike said about Charlotte - took it as the comments made by someone who had just broken up with her and would think bad things about her. Perhaps she is more menacing?
9. I can't believe that anywhere would have no foreign DNA unless it had been thoroughly cleaned. I would imagine she was fairly social so there would be foreign DNA from visitors. The person must know what they're doing.
10. I reckon there will still be a romance between Strike and Robin. Perhaps that's just me, I always like a bit of romance in a book.
11. Perhaps Lulu wanted a part in one of Freddie's films and he didn't want to give her one and couldn't get rid of her or perhaps she was having an affair with him and his wife did it out of jealousy?
12. It is very suspicious that Derrick had a funny tummy right at the moment when someone needed him not to be there. I reckon there was someone in the flats but perhaps there was someone outside as well. It would have been easier if it was someone on the inside but then why would they go to the trouble of sorting out all the cameras and alarms so they were being serviced then if it was someone who lived in the flats?
13. I think Matthew should be jealous. Strike is so exciting and different to the relationship that she maybe has with Matthew.
14. Can't remember the bit with Mrs Hook. I will have to read that bit again.
15. I think she'll continue to work for him. She still says she is looking for something permanent but if Strike does solve this and gets paid th large price he was promised from the man who came to see him then he will be able to afford her for a bit.
I'll leave it at that for that section as its half eleven at night in UK and need to get some sleep
@ Rebecca#41 – I thought Rochelle was a goner as she walked away from Strike.
#44 – Yes, I think that is key: why after the police examined it!?
@ Kelly#42 – LMBO! Oh. I hadn’t considered that about cuckoos laying their eggs in other birds’ nests. **smacks forehead** Good one, Kelly.
#43 – True; Guy Somé does seem to have a split personality.
#49 – I agree about the multiple guys; I hope it helps him get over her. He was so young when they hooked up.
#56 – I don’t think Evan killed Lulu, either. But, man-oh-man, is he self-centered.
#57 – LMBO! Really!
@ Renee#42 – Thanks for the reminder about the poem at the beginning of the book.
#47 – That’s what I’m thinking; he borrowed it to start his P.I. business.
@ CristinaThanks for the info about wills in the U.K.! Changes things.
@ Imke#49 – Good point about the ‘rescues.’
#50 – I agree; they make a great partnership.
#55 – Interesting theory about the liner.
@ ShoSho#60 – Yes, loved it to. Can’t wait for the next book. Aren’t I bad? LOL!
#61 – Carver – ugh!
#65 – I thought it was strange Bristow when to Rochelle’s funeral.
#66 – Well, I didn’t think one was possibly female until someone said it in this thread.
#67 – I couldn’t stop reading, either. I thought it was bad before, having to stop, but it only gets worse as you get closer to the end. Man-oh-man!
@ Clare#7 – I was thinking at the time maybe she rejected him. **shrugs**
#10 – I like a bit of romance, too.
#11 – I think it was the other way around; Freddie wanted Lulu in his films.
#13 – Very true!
#58 - Now, I think that guy is Lula's father and probably there is some resemblance between them that Strike noticed. I also think that Lula was probably in contact with her half-brother and maybe that's the brother she referred to in the will. And I think John knows about this. I can't wait to read and see.
#59 - I don't know. Tony's moves are pretty suspicious.
#60 - I think I'm starting to like all scenes between Robin and Strike. I really hope she'll get to stay there permanently.
#61 - Carver is just a plain idiot. And he probably doesn't like the fact he will look bad because he overlooked evidence and just assumed it was a suicide.
#62 - I think it sheds some light on Strike's character and maybe his motivation on taking this case. Sad story, nevertheless.
#63 - Bestigui will probably tell the truth, as he doesn't what to lose too much. When I read that he locked his wife on the balcony, I was like "OMG, this is so sick". I thought about Tansy being outside, but I dismissed the idea mainly because she was in underwear and outside was freezing.
#64 - Apparently, he wanted to talk to Alison, connect some more stuff. I'm curious how Brian Mathers fits into all this.
#65 - Not really. Bristow knew Rochelle was important to Lula, so I guess it's only right he felt the need to go to the funeral.
#66 - I kind of missed that remark. Maybe one of the 2 hooded figures was a woman. But who?
#67 - I forced myself to stop reading until the questions were posted. Now, I'm going to finish this book.
#59 - I don't know. Tony's moves are pretty suspicious.
#60 - I think I'm starting to like all scenes between Robin and Strike. I really hope she'll get to stay there permanently.
#61 - Carver is just a plain idiot. And he probably doesn't like the fact he will look bad because he overlooked evidence and just assumed it was a suicide.
#62 - I think it sheds some light on Strike's character and maybe his motivation on taking this case. Sad story, nevertheless.
#63 - Bestigui will probably tell the truth, as he doesn't what to lose too much. When I read that he locked his wife on the balcony, I was like "OMG, this is so sick". I thought about Tansy being outside, but I dismissed the idea mainly because she was in underwear and outside was freezing.
#64 - Apparently, he wanted to talk to Alison, connect some more stuff. I'm curious how Brian Mathers fits into all this.
#65 - Not really. Bristow knew Rochelle was important to Lula, so I guess it's only right he felt the need to go to the funeral.
#66 - I kind of missed that remark. Maybe one of the 2 hooded figures was a woman. But who?
#67 - I forced myself to stop reading until the questions were posted. Now, I'm going to finish this book.
@ Cristina#60 – Yes, the scenes between Robin and Strike are some of my favs.
#61 – Ugh! Idiot is right.
#63 – I know! What a creep. A sick creep.
#67 – LOL! Enjoy!
Did you finish ,LK?
Yup. Last night. I coundn't stop. Loved it.
I wanted to zip ahead earlier, but I was good because I wanted my questions to be w/o any knowledge. However, once Karen took over, I was free to gobble it up.
Lisa Kay wrote: "I wanted to zip ahead earlier, but I was good because I wanted my questions to be w/o any knowledge. However, once Karen took over, I was free to gobble it up."Me too ! I'm dying to talk about the last 50 pages!
I know! It was good all along, but, with the end so near, I just couldn't stop!
Questions and comments. Part 4, chapters 9-1359. I'm honestly having trouble keeping up with all of this part.
60. I would have liked to see Robin with a little more of an unexpected reaction… bordering on jealous. I want them to get together eventually. I'm hopeless but it's what I want! lol
I like that Strike sees how natural she is in the whole business. She certainly enjoys it and has proven to be very helpful to him.
61. I was surprised it took this long for Carver to get involved with Strike to begin with. He seemed to have followed all of Strike's inquest and done some background research, knowing that he was trying to prove Carver was wrong. I would have assumed he would have tried to bully and put down Strike before this point.
62. I honestly didn't care that much about his mother's story. Maybe I'm missing something but it seems like fluff.
63. I think Freddie will come forward with it and spin it in a way that is favorable to him. I loved when he suddenly realized the footsteps he heard couldn't have been Wilson. He stopped being such an ass and I was like "BOOM! Strike knows what he's doing!" … seriously I have really grown attached to Strike :)
64. I do not follow the Brian Mathers possibly being involved in this whole thing at all. But I imagine it'll be good when it comes out. I think he took Robin because she has proven to be so good at thinking on her feet.
66. OOOOH… now THATS an interesting thought. A man and a woman in the hoodies….
67. I am finishing as soon as I wrap up my answers. Any theories I've had along the way have been proven wrong, and I am just loving watching it all play out.
Ah oh. I have fallen behind. And just an FYI - Robin does not find Strike attractive - so if they due hook up in the future this repulsion of men covered in fur will have to be overcome.
I had an idea - I was wondering if maybe the little quotes at the beginning of new sections held clues.
OH MY GODDDDDDD THAT ENDING WAS BEYOND WORDS. Mind.blown.
Yeah Sarah, I've thought of that. I'm thinking in future books maybe he will drop some weight or something. They're just too good together.
Well I have a silly question. Can I still reply to the discussion questions if you guys finish the book? I am really behind and really busy (final year of Uni and tons of shit to get done), but I love the book, and talking with you.
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@Christina -58. I hadn't even considered that!
63. I agree he is totally nasty
@Rebecca - 59. I had to re-read it a bit myself
63. I have too :)
@ Rebecca#61 – At the beginning I was expecting to see more of Carver, but then I pretty much let him go from my mind. I don’t think he really could have been bother with Strike – as in he’s too lazy. But then, things came to a head (really he was more irritated than that he had to do something), after Rochelle’s death.
#64 – Yes, Robin is that!
Glad you liked the book!
@ Andreea, I’ll discuss your answers with you, if you want to post them. I may have to listen to the book again – I loved it that much!
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68. I loved how the mystery all came together at the end. There was just the right amount of tension and surprises thrown in. It reminded me very much of an Agatha Christie mystery. What did you think?
69. My favourite quote from this book was in this section when Strike visited Lady Bristow:
"Her death was an almost palpable presence in the room, as though it stood waiting patiently, politely, behind the curtains."
Do you have any favourites?
70. Question adapated from LitLovers Using a hard-bitten investigator assisted by an young, ambitious "Girl Friday" is a classic detective-story trope. What were your final impressions of Strike and Robin?
71. Was this your first JKR book, or were you already a fan? Sarah was a bit concerned that there was so much hype around the book. Did it change your opinion knowing this was written by JKR and not "Robert Galbraith"? Do you think the book is worth the hype?
72. Did you like the writing style? Did JKR do a male voice convincingly?
73. Final thoughts? will you read the next book in the series?
68. I loved how the mystery all came together at the end. There was just the right amount of tension and surprises thrown in. It reminded me very much of an Agatha Christie mystery. What did you think?Yes It reminded me of Poirot stories .Throughout the whole book he's talking to people and sees things and at the end he gathers everyone and starts solving the mystery . It was kinda like that!
70. Question adapated from LitLovers Using a hard-bitten investigator assisted by an young, ambitious "Girl Friday" is a classic detective-story trope. What were your final impressions of Strike and Robin?
Loved them they are going to make a great team
71. Was this your first JKR book, or were you already a fan? Sarah was a bit concerned that there was so much hype around the book. Did it change your opinion knowing this was written by JKR and not "Robert Galbraith"? Do you think the book is worth the hype?
no I love Harry Potter and I've read each book more than once. No it didn't change my mind , I was curious about this book and the fact that the author was JKR but it didn't change my opinion in anyway. I really liked it so I say it worth the hype :D
72. Did you like the writing style? Did JKR do a male voice convincingly?
Yes and yes.
73. Final thoughts? will you read the next book in the series?
I will read the next book,I might even pre order it:D
Final thoughts on the whole mystery and the killer:
I read part 5 again last night.There were a few things that hadn't registered the first time I read it.
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I really need to pick this back up... haven't read any since Monday or Tuesday. Le sigh. :P
Questions for Part 4 / Chp. 05-0849.Whoa Charlotte is engaged and she is nasty !The way she left that message for Strike ,she must have known its effect on him. As some of us predicted it was a pregnancy thing that was the last straw for Strike. And with this fast engagement it seems she’s been cheating on him all along. Does she want him to rescue her (like Strike thinks)? What did you think of his reaction to the news?
Yep, I thought there was a pregnancy thing. I think she does want Stike to rescue her, but I want him to stay far away.
50.Robin Lied to Mattew , I would have lied too but it doesn’t bode well for their relationship. I was so impressed with how she took care of him. And wow for that note the next morning. It was so thoughtful .They are a good team. Comments?
They are a great team but I think they should keep it platonic. I wish I was as thoughtful as Robin. Robin and matthew will have some tenion in their relationship, don't think they will make it down the aisle.
51.Bryony knows about the blue note but she’s not telling , she is a nosy person , she must have looked but if she is honest about being dyslexic , she doesn’t know what was written on it. But why isn’t she telling?
Maybe she's getting paid off by the killer.
52.Wasn’t that thing Ciara said about his mom offensive? He took it well it seemed.
He's not easily shaken and has probably heard it all before.
53.We have seen a lot of bad things being said about Mrs. Bristow things like crazy and over protective and possessive . Do you believe it? What do you think she is really like and how was her relationship with Lula?
I think it's all probably true, she sounds like a valuim mum. I'm sure she always had good intentions though.
54.Did you realize that the last name Owusu was Guy’s real name and it was one of the names he checked with the biological mother. Does Strike think Guy is her brother?
Guy and someone else, maybe Lulu's driver, I cant remember, but I remember Stike noticing a similarity in build and the way they moved.
55.They keep talking about those goodies and flowers Some and Mr.B sent to Lula and Deeby Mac’s apartments , do you think they are significant in what happened that night?
I think the killer or a witness was in the Deeby's apartment and stole one of the jackets as a disguise to run away. And Ciara explained that the removable linings in the handbags can be used as a scarf, The white scarf around the lower half of the runners face?
56.Now that we have met Evan , do you think all the people are right about him or is he alright and he really loved and cared for Lula? What did you think of the commitment ceremony?
I think he is a bit of a loser but I think he loved Lulu and don't think he's clever enough to pull off a murder and cover his tracks.
57.I really like to see other people reactions to Strike and Ciara photos, To Charlotte it’s a kind of revenge for what she did to him. Robin’s reaction should be interesting too. What did you think of him and Ciara spending the night together? Did you see that coming?
Didn't see it coming, but not too surprised when it happened. I think Ciara slept around a bit and I think Strike could only handle a one night stand at the moment.
ShoSho wrote: "68. I loved how the mystery all came together at the end. There was just the right amount of tension and surprises thrown in. It reminded me very much of an Agatha Christie mystery. What did you th..."I totally agree with everything in your spoiler. I loved the book, but those open ended stories bother me a bit.
Questions and comments. Part 4, chapters 9-1358. Robin gets information on Professor Agyeman including a photo which Cormoran seems to recognise there is a significance to. He died 5 years ago and his son is in the Army. Is it a resemblance to Lula that he sees in the photo, or is there something else that he recognised?
He had big ears and Lulu's mother said that her biological father had big ears.
59. So Tony Landry stayed at the Malmaison when he was meant to be at a conference, and also apparently at his mother's house. Alison confirms she was also sent there to check he was there (we assume as there was suspicion he was having an affair with Ursula May). What do you make of all of this?
I know it's important but I don't know yet. I think Alison is covering for Tony because she is in love with him. i think she's dating John because tony wants her to keep an eye on him.
60. Did you like the scene with Robin and Strike when she realised he must've slept with Ciara? Did you notice Strike referred to Robin's "detective training"
I liked that Strike didn't brag but Robin can read him like a book.
61. So it was Rochelle in the morgue. It seems she was killed after leaving Strike. The scene at the police station was pretty frustrating! Carver just doesn't beleive him
We all thought they would cause problems blocking the investigation.
62. What did you think about the story of Strike's mother (Leda)?
I think his step father might had drugged her, she had never used anything stronger than pot before, herion is a big jump from pot.
63. Freddie Bestigui is a piece of work! Will he come forward with the truth after all?
I think he'll tell the truth to save himself now that he's under more threat.
64. Why do you think Strike wanted to go to the funeral? And why did he want to take Robin? what is the significance of Brian Mathers to this?
Strike wanted to see who would be there. Have no idea how he will link Brian to this.
65. I was surprised Bristow went to Rochelle's funeral. Were you? So sad that there were only 7 people there
I wasn't too surprised that John went, but Alison said she went because tony asked her to keep an eye on John, that sounds suss to me. Don't trust Tony.
66. Strike makes the observation/comparison about the statues at Queen's gate looking identical, but one being male and one female. Theories on this? Is it that the two hooded figures on the CCTV was one male and one female?
I think so, I thought one of the runners might be Rochelle.
67. Now we are getting to the point end! Ah! Can you stop reading??! So if it wasn't Tony at his mother's house that day, who was it? Do you have any theories on how this is all going to end or are you just enjoying the story?
I keep changing my mind. Now I'm suss on Evan, he had a pair of gloves that Guy designed, and gloves were delivered to Deeby, appartment but not forwarded on to Deeby...
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Karen wrote: "Those FAQs are really interesting ShoSho!"The most interesting part was that she's already finished the sequel :D
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Questions and comments. Part 4, chapters 14 - end
68. I loved how the mystery all came together at the end. There was just the right amount of tension and surprises thrown in. It reminded me very much of an Agatha Christie mystery. What did you think?
I think it was very well thought, most of the details came together nicely. I wasn't very sold on the idea of Lula making a will in the exact day of her death. But, John Bristow was a pretty convincing psychopath.
69. My favourite quote from this book was in this section when Strike visited Lady Bristow:
"Her death was an almost palpable presence in the room, as though it stood waiting patiently, politely, behind the curtains."
Do you have any favourites?
Not really. I liked the poem in the beginning and the latin quotes chosen for each part. They were a nice touch,
70. Question adapated from LitLovers Using a hard-bitten investigator assisted by an young, ambitious "Girl Friday" is a classic detective-story trope. What were your final impressions of Strike and Robin?
I really liked that she realized something will happen and returned there to call the ambulance and police. I'm happy she's going to work with Strike. Maybe there will be a romance between them after all in the sequel.
71. Was this your first JKR book, or were you already a fan? Sarah was a bit concerned that there was so much hype around the book. Did it change your opinion knowing this was written by JKR and not "Robert Galbraith"? Do you think the book is worth the hype?
I read all the HP books numerous times and I loved them. There are some similarities because in HP books there are also a lot of details that come together in the end to paint the whole picture. I think it was worth the hype. Maybe not ground-breaking, but it has the feel of a classic detective story and it is pretty engaging.
72. Did you like the writing style? Did JKR do a male voice convincingly?
The writing style is definitely very British, and I had to search some words in the dictionary. Sometimes I felt like the pacing was a bit slow. I liked how the characters seemed to have their own unique voices, and I even enjoyed the accents (I don't always enjoy, in some books they are too much). I think JKR does a male voice convincingly and you could really see it in comparison to Robin.
73. Final thoughts? will you read the next book in the series?
I will definitely read the sequel and I really hope it's even better. I want to see how things evolve between Strike and Robin, and I really hope for a more interesting case.
68. I loved how the mystery all came together at the end. There was just the right amount of tension and surprises thrown in. It reminded me very much of an Agatha Christie mystery. What did you think?
I think it was very well thought, most of the details came together nicely. I wasn't very sold on the idea of Lula making a will in the exact day of her death. But, John Bristow was a pretty convincing psychopath.
69. My favourite quote from this book was in this section when Strike visited Lady Bristow:
"Her death was an almost palpable presence in the room, as though it stood waiting patiently, politely, behind the curtains."
Do you have any favourites?
Not really. I liked the poem in the beginning and the latin quotes chosen for each part. They were a nice touch,
70. Question adapated from LitLovers Using a hard-bitten investigator assisted by an young, ambitious "Girl Friday" is a classic detective-story trope. What were your final impressions of Strike and Robin?
I really liked that she realized something will happen and returned there to call the ambulance and police. I'm happy she's going to work with Strike. Maybe there will be a romance between them after all in the sequel.
71. Was this your first JKR book, or were you already a fan? Sarah was a bit concerned that there was so much hype around the book. Did it change your opinion knowing this was written by JKR and not "Robert Galbraith"? Do you think the book is worth the hype?
I read all the HP books numerous times and I loved them. There are some similarities because in HP books there are also a lot of details that come together in the end to paint the whole picture. I think it was worth the hype. Maybe not ground-breaking, but it has the feel of a classic detective story and it is pretty engaging.
72. Did you like the writing style? Did JKR do a male voice convincingly?
The writing style is definitely very British, and I had to search some words in the dictionary. Sometimes I felt like the pacing was a bit slow. I liked how the characters seemed to have their own unique voices, and I even enjoyed the accents (I don't always enjoy, in some books they are too much). I think JKR does a male voice convincingly and you could really see it in comparison to Robin.
73. Final thoughts? will you read the next book in the series?
I will definitely read the sequel and I really hope it's even better. I want to see how things evolve between Strike and Robin, and I really hope for a more interesting case.
Questions and comments. Part 4, chapters 14 - end68. I loved how the mystery all came together at the end. There was just the right amount of tension and surprises thrown in. It reminded me very much of an Agatha Christie mystery. What did you think?
I enjoyed it. A nice change from the string of romance and chic lit I have been reading.
69. My favourite quote from this book was in this section when Strike visited Lady Bristow:
"Her death was an almost palpable presence in the room, as though it stood waiting patiently, politely, behind the curtains."
Do you have any favourites?
I liked that too. I liked how there were a few poetic descriptions spread throughout the book, but not too many.
70. Question adapated from LitLovers Using a hard-bitten investigator assisted by an young, ambitious "Girl Friday" is a classic detective-story trope. What were your final impressions of Strike and Robin?
I think they will have a great intuitive working relationship, but I don't want romance to get in and mess that up.
71. Was this your first JKR book, or were you already a fan? Sarah was a bit concerned that there was so much hype around the book. Did it change your opinion knowing this was written by JKR and not "Robert Galbraith"? Do you think the book is worth the hype?
Have read Harry Potter books and enjoyed them. Tried The casual vacancy, but was too slow for me, I got bored and gave up after 50 pages. Enjoyed this one because it focussed on the two main characters, and moved along well.
72. Did you like the writing style? Did JKR do a male voice convincingly?
I liked the style. I could easily feel whose perspective it was written from from the style.
73. Final thoughts? will you read the next book in the series?
I think i'll read the next one.
This was the first book club I've ever been involved in and it was a great experience. Thanks everyone and especially Lisa Kay for responding to my "maybe's" and making it feel like a discussion.
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I thought the quick will was strange too, but I guess once she realised what John was like she became rightly paranoid.
I really liked the quotes too and I look forward to the next book although I'm not sure I want there to be a romance with Robin ;)
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Questions and comments. Part 4, chapters 14 - end68. I loved how the mystery all came together at the end. There was just the right amount of tension and surprises thrown in. It reminded me very much of an Agatha Christie mystery. What did you think?
I don't really buy the completely nuts explanation at the end. You'd have to either be really nuts or really overconfident to reopen an investigation where you murdered the victim. If he was trying to frame the real brother I would have expected him to tell people that she had changed her will to the half brother so it gave him motive.
69. My favourite quote from this book was in this section when Strike visited Lady Bristow:
"Her death was an almost palpable presence in the room, as though it stood waiting patiently, politely, behind the curtains."
Do you have any favourites?
It's not really a quote per say but I got excited when the date 030484 was used for the combination because that's my husband's birthday so then when they mentioned it was Easter Sunday I got extra excited since my daughter was born on Easter Sunday this year. But then after looking it up I realized that it was British dates and not American dates so it was April instead of March and.... yeah :) This is how spaceships explode from inches not being centimeters.
70. Question adapated from LitLovers Using a hard-bitten investigator assisted by an young, ambitious "Girl Friday" is a classic detective-story trope. What were your final impressions of Strike and Robin?
I feel like Strike is the fairly typical detective. I actually just read the first Jack Reacher novel and they remind me a lot of each other. Of course that one's set in America but by a British author. It's maybe a whole Sherlock vibe that all these characters have. The completely nuts but brilliant sterotype.
As far as Robin goes, I like her but I hope she dumps Matthew. Not to get together with Strike but just because he seems like such a big jerk.
71. Was this your first JKR book, or were you already a fan? Sarah was a bit concerned that there was so much hype around the book. Did it change your opinion knowing this was written by JKR and not "Robert Galbraith"? Do you think the book is worth the hype?
I've read her other books. I don't really care about who the author was but it obviously helped make the book stand out. Otherwise it might have been a few books before people noticed it. I like it pretty well. I don't find it exceptional but I enjoyed it. It had a lot of the same style as The Casual Vacancy but I liked it a lot more. There really wasn't any likeable characters in The Casual Vacancy and that gets a bit hard to read after awhile.
72. Did you like the writing style? Did JKR do a male voice convincingly?
Honestly I can't usually tell the gender terribly well. There's lots of authors that do a good generic voice. However, when looking up some stuff I found this: (http://www.salon.com/2013/08/23/how_j...). And I like this quote from it quite a bit: "And Galbraith, a man who had ostensibly spent years in uniform, was surprisingly good at describing women’s clothing."
73. Final thoughts? will you read the next book in the series?
I'll read the next book. I gave this one 4 stars.
Right, next bit...still way behind!! Just a few comments this time so I can get on with the reading. I've been thinking of the mask. Anyone could be under the mask couldn't they so it doesn't have to beEvan, therefore he would have an alibi but could be elsewhere? Strike's dad sounds awful but I guess they don't know each other. Maybe Lulu getting into the dress was a sort of message and a code for who did it?
I'm on a roll! #27. Convenient that she left everything to him just before she died
#28. I do think it was strange that she only had one shoe on. If you were going to kill yourself you would have both or none wouldn't you? If you were pushed or slipped then maybe you would have one on?
#29. I don't blame Strike for being abrupt. It must get annoying having people ask questions about you all the time.
#30. The DVD really made me think. The bloke seemed to be looking down all the time, purposely trying to avoid the camera? Don't know what was in his hand but strange that he had the GS top on. Don't think it would be Guy himself but maybe someone he knows. Not Evan Duffield?
#31. I think if Strike went to see Mr B at his flat he wouldn't get much joy.
#32. I think the whole death threat situation sounds bizarre and ridiculous but the words in the letter were pretty extreme. I think he should be taking it more seriously than he is
#33. I loved the boutique scene. Robin was a natural. I don't think it was Evan on the phone.
#34. I don't like Tony Landry at all. He has gone up my list of suspects!
Nice article on Pulisher's Weekly website about how David Shelly, editorial director for crime and mysteries at Little Brown, got to meet Robert Gailbraith :-)http://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by...
I was surprised at how long the process is and how everything was kept a secret for so long. We, on the receiving end of a book, one that is written, think the "outing" of Gailbraith as quick, but Cuckoos Calling was in the works for a long time, before Casual Vacancy was released.
I thought the article was interesting and just wanted to share it :-)
@ Clare #28 - Good point about the shoe.
Thanks for the interesting article, Cathie!
#34. John and Tony obviously talked about something. It's very strange that both if them are keeping quiet considering the way they were at the restaurant.#35. There's got to be something else about the photo, perhaps he knew the person?
#36. Odd that will can't be found. I can't imagine she would have written one, she doesn't seem like the type, unless someone destroyed it?
#37. Nothing special about Spanner. I didn't really register him as I was reading
#38. What a life Spike has had. I feel very sorry for him. Do I remember right that there was some suspicions of her being pregnant at the start....or was that just me?
#39. Rochelle was an interesting character. I think she is lying about everything and she seems to think that the driver will protect. Spike sensed that she didn't think she was in danger so maybe she's confident and/or knows the killer. She's obviously getting the clothes from someone, perhaps not all from Lulu.
#40 I like Robin, she is always tactful considering the conditions she is having to work in.
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Questions and comments. Part 4, chapters 9-13
58. Robin gets information on Professor Agyeman including a photo which Cormoran seems to recognise there is a significance to. He died 5 years ago and his son is in the Army. Is it a resemblance to Lula that he sees in the photo, or is there something else that he recognised?
Yes I thought he resembles Lula and he noticed the ears , Marlene told him the father had big ears.
60. Did you like the scene with Robin and Strike when she realised he must've slept with Ciara? Did you notice Strike referred to Robin's "detective training"
yes ,I loved it . and yes he is getting use to have her around and unconsciously hopes she would stay !
61. So it was Rochelle in the morgue. It seems she was killed after leaving Strike. The scene at the police station was pretty frustrating! Carver just doesn't beleive him
Gah !I wanted to hit carver with something.
63. Freddie Bestigui is a piece of work! Will he come forward with the truth after all?
I hope so , if the case goes to court , he has to
64. Why do you think Strike wanted to go to the funeral? And why did he want to take Robin? what is the significance of Brian Mathers to this?
He thought that the killer would show up. He wanted her to something but I couldn't guess what and about the letters , I thought he wanted her to send them or show them to someone else .But I had no idea who or why
65. I was surprised Bristow went to Rochelle's funeral. Were you? So sad that there were only 7 people there
No I don't know why I wasn't surprised but I thought it was a normal thing for him to do. yes sad that only 7 people were there
66. Strike makes the observation/comparison about the statues at Queen's gate looking identical, but one being male and one female. Theories on this? Is it that the two hooded figures on the CCTV was one male and one female?
Yes I thought that's what he meant , that the shorter runner was a female.
67. Now we are getting to the point end! Ah! Can you stop reading??! So if it wasn't Tony at his mother's house that day, who was it? Do you have any theories on how this is all going to end or are you just enjoying the story?
heehee I didn't stop. I went all the way :D At this point my suspects were Tony and Alison! but I had given up on gueesing the killer