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Ann Cleeves has rock solid craftsmanship. This was a very satisfying and well executed read. But where as the Vera books are often A's for me, I would rate this as a B. I think it is really interesting to have a character who is recovering from a intensely religious childhood and being shunned as a young adult. But he simply doesn't have the vividness of Vera. Still went on to read and enjoy the next two books in the series.

#roll100 @PuddleJumper

Inspector Matthew Venn investigates a murder on the beach near his home which occurred at the time of his estranged father's funeral.

Not as gritty as the other books by this author I've read, but there are some interesting characters I'd like to see more of.

#coffeeandabook

THE DAY THEY FOUND THE BODY on the shore, Matthew Venn was already haunted by thoughts of death and dying.

#FirstLineFridays
@ShyBookOwl

The first book in Cleeves‘ new series, when a body is found on the same day as Matthew Venn‘s father funeral the two events force him to unexpectedly deal with his past. The mystery was solid and filled with interesting characters. After being a little more lukewarm about Vera than most seem to be I really liked Venn and am excited to read more in this series.

I watched the series and loved it but wanted to listen to the book before going on to the second in the series. Ben Aldridge narrates and he gave a wonderful performance!

#12booksof2021 #8 #August
Ann Cleeves introduces a compelling new detective, Matthew Venn of North Devon. As always, she creates an atmospheric setting. Venn is unexpectedly confronted with his past when he investigates a murder. I just got the 2nd in this series from my local library. I cannot wait to start reading it!

I‘ve been struggling with some depression lately due to a breakup and this is the first book I‘ve finished in almost a month. It felt nice to throw myself back into a book. I really enjoyed this one and I‘m ready to watch the show on BritBox. I can‘t wait to read the second one because I‘m sure it will be just as good!

Watching this new show on Britbox. Based on a book by Ann Cleeves. #Britbox #Devon #police_procedural #LGBTQ

Binge-Watched all 4 episodes of The Long Call on Brit Box and loved it! Devon location was stunning. Yes there were some changes from Ann Cleeves book but the heart of the story is there. So wonderful to see a happily married gay couple on tv. Hope there is a Season 2. 📖------>📺

Discovered this series is coming to Britbox soon so had to quickly get my read in first. 🤓 Cleeves‘ series are perfect for chilly, fall days because they feel like being enveloped in a big, cozy sweater. Her characterizations are always A+ and she builds suspense and dread without being too graphic or gratuitous. #StartASeries #SeriesRead2021

I was in the mood for a crime novel so I thought I'd try Ann Cleeves new series. It was a good choice - decent writing, interesting characters and a satisfying mystery. Think I'll read the next one now.

Thanks for the recommendation, @EadieB

This was the first book I could get as an ebook from the library. Apparently a new series.

I think the reason this books speaks to me is because Ann Cleeves has perfectly captured what it's like to leave a cult. Whether you get out by shouting to world or quietly drifting away, it's a struggle. Reading helped to open my eyes to what was wrong with the way I was raised. Wonderful to read a Character like Matthew Venn who has made life for himself. It is possible. And I have to say freedom feels Damn Good. 💙💙💙💙💙

Rereading before 2nd Book comes out in September. Previously read in Print. This time I'm listening to Audiobook which is read by actor that is playing Detective Matthew Venn in new tv show. Has a lovely voice. 😍

You can see Behind the Scenes of tv show shooting on Instagram.

https://instagram.com/thelongcallofficial?utm_medium=copy_link

Finished my first book for #awesomeaugust #readathon #august7toaugust15

Cleeves introduces a new Detective,Matthew Venn, in Devon.Loved,loved, loved this tale- hope the next in the series is published soon!

Book 2/12 finished for #AwesomeAugust

This was an interesting book in a new series by Ann Cleeves. A great new character introduced, alongside some other interesting characters, and a murdered body found on a North Devon beach. A really enjoyable read which happy to recommend to others.

Day 2 of #AwesomeAugust Readathon and I‘m hoping to finish The Long Call which I am 24% through. So far finished 1 book (out of a target of 12).

#porchlife #breaktime #coffeeandbooks #awesomeaugust #readathon

Porch reading.

#weeklyreport

Thanks for starting this Cindy. It helps me stay organized & focused!!!
Row 1: I just starting reading The Long Call- enjoying it! The next two library finds i finished. Both were great for different reasons. Will review.
Row 2: audio historical mystery, then 3 #buddyreads
#overbookedclub, #sophiesworld #sundaybuddyread. Keeping up with all 3.

#AwesomeAugust #Readathon #August7toAugust15#2021

Joining in this readathon, thanks again to @Andrew65 !!
Started the Long Call tonight & hope to put another hour in. Also read a few chapters in Leaving Coy‘s Hill for #overbookedclub #buddyread My goal is to escape into reading when I can- I go back in teaching in 2 weeks. Also, my poor husband has shingles in his face & left eyebrow & under his eye- praying it does not erupt in his eye. 🤞🏻🙏

If anyone is interested! 😀

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NCW9F8V/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c2_KCKDDGBs_0_i?pf_rd_m=...

Really well written, great characters and a fascinating mystery. Review on Dreamwidth, Wordpress and Tumblr later.

Love, love, love this book! As usual with this author, a multilayered mystery that kept me guessing until the end. A new detective and the beginning of a new series, and I intend to keep following. Great characters, evocative setting (and an area I visited on my last trip to England, which was a plus). Picture is from Lynton and Lynmouth, near where the story is set. 4🌟

I haven‘t finished my current read, but a Kindle deal on a new Ann Cleeves series, and I can‘t resist. Especially since it‘s set in North Devon, and I‘ve been there. Only a few pages in, but I‘m hooked.

#Bookreport I really liked The Long Call, my first by this author and what I hope is the start of a new series. 4 🌟 for this #Doublespin book. I also enjoyed the 2nd in the Enola Holmes series and hope Netflix will continue with another movie. #WeeklyForecast is to keep up on buddy reads and finish the other 3.

A little bit of serendipity. Yesterday Sarah @TheAromaofBooks drew #5 as the #doublespin and today my overdrive hold was available. I‘m looking forward to reading this new to me author.

Gripping, well written. Fav thriller author

Really enjoyed this one and am pleased it's the first in a new series. As well as the Devon coast, which is always delightful even in prose, the sensitive treatment of disabilities was a highlight. I have no experience of whether the portrayal of middle aged women with Down's syndrome was realistic but I hope it was as it felt very genuine. A good character driven mystery. https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/3741227909

My current #libby read is a new series from Ann Cleeves set in North Devon. I‘m loving it so far. Great characters and an interesting mystery.

A body on a beach in North Devon. A detective struggling with a painful family history. The crime forces Detective Matthew Venn to come to terms with that history while finding solace in his husband and his work. Cleeves weaves an interesting plot with intriguing characters and a gray, moody sense of place to create a satisfying, dramatic mystery. 4/5 ⭐️ #audiobook #crime #mystery

Loved Vera Stanhope series and now am hooked on new Detective Matthew Venn.
This intriguing plot, wild landscape scenes and very real complex characters won‘t disappoint you.

This was my first read in August and I flew through it! It is a new series by Ann Cleeved and I loved it. It features DI Matthew Venn and is set in and around Devon I think. I guess time will tell if it will be made into a tv show like the others! #books

I am taking these books with me when I go to Scotland. I will pass them on to my father. Next up The Long Call! #tbr

I picked this up at a second hand book store, in very good condition. I loved the Shetland series so much, but somehow never got in the Vera series. So I will give this new series a chance. I will take it to Scotland and pass it on to my dad afterwards. #tbr

I had a really hard time focusing on this one. I don‘t know if it was the story, or my frame of mind. Has anyone else read this? What did you think?

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From the creator of Vera & Shetland comes a new character Detective Matthew Venn (I hope they make this into a TV series too!!) cannot wait to continue this series

Really enjoyed this one and looking forwards to reading more in the future. It fills the Defence Against Dark Arts prompt in the #magicalreadathon2020 which means I‘ve completed the necessary #owls2020 for Quidditch Referee! Now onto the next of my potential professions 😂

Kicking off the #magicalreadathon2020 with The Long Call (Defense Against Dark Arts: Book Set at the Sea/Coast). #owlsreadathon2020

I loved this book, which is first in a new series. British murder mystery/police procedural that is heavy on character studies. It wasn‘t perfect, but the main detective is an awkward, unsure of himself, patient and kind man who happens to be gay with a religious cult upbringing. How‘s that for breaking with the moody/loner/alcoholic detective trope! Unrelated, I might have built a playhouse for #Klaus out of an ikea box. #catsoflitsy #petsoflitsy

Using tagged book for detective prompt.
#jennyis30

Managed to finish after getting in from the footie (woohoo ⚽️).
I was definitely not starting any new series, nope, well......usual great writing, a good murder mystery and a new detective and colleagues 👍🏻 look forward to the next one.
#murder2020 3/6
I still haven‘t finished her other two series 🤷‍♀️

#weeklyforecast currently reading The Long Call and loving it. Then onto I Found My Tribe and then I may start A Place for Us. Going to the footie later so not much reading time and back to work tomorrow after three weeks off ☹️ so not being too ambitious.

I do like a book with a map.

My first Ann Cleeves and I can see why she‘s so popular. Might be my new go to author when I‘m in the mood for a not-quite-cosy mystery.

A little more review of the book. 451 characters not enough🙂 Matthew Venn is a very likable detective, his main staff of Jen and Ross have lots of potential. They are still learning to work together. I'm really looking forward to seeing their development. I also am enjoying learning of another beautiful part of England.

The Long Call by Ann Cleeves is the first in a new series of Defective Matthew Venn. It holds up well to her Vera and Shetland series. It takes place inDevon England. It is well described, I felt like I was there, smelling the sea hearing the birds, seeing small town life. The mystery involves a murdered man who had links to a care center for mentally disabled adults, an evangelical community that Venn had ties to.
The plot is good.I recommend it

A good start, a new series by Ann Cleeves. I enjoyed it, although I‘m waiting to see where this series will take us. The main character is a gay peeler with a religious sect like background. He‘s a bit awkward and asocial, but I can see a lot of potential for a good series. In the first book a man is found dead, and then a woman with Down syndrome is kidnapped. What is going on? Find out by reading the book!