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This is a great mix of fantasy and murder mystery. I'll definitely read the next book in the series.

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A Holmesian mystery set in a vivid fantasy world. I was more invested in the mystery than the characters, and still didn‘t guess whodunit.

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I was curious about the new trilogy by Robert Jackson Bennett, but even though the basic idea of this world is fascinating, it didn't work for me. It all lacks depth and atmosphere. The characters as well as the world building. Most of the characters were solely names to me and I forgot about them as soon as they left the scene. I wasn't as invested in the case as I'd hoped I'd be. But I'll give it a second chance anyway.

I don't usually read fantasy, but did enjoy this one. I enjoyed the mystery in it. I liked Ana's Holmes to Kol's Watson.

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This was such an intriguing mix of murder mystery, eco terrorism and VanderMeer-esque ecological anomalies. Plus beasts! Basically I‘m here to say it had it all and I loved every minute. Hope there is a book 2 so we get to see how Ana and Dinios‘ partnership flourishes.
Book 9 of 2024. #Aardvark #ARC

Book no.12
It was fast, action-filled, and full of twists and turns that kept me on the edge of my seat.

The dialogue is fast-paced, well-written, and witty. I was in love with the first-person POV of Din, the "Watson" to Ana, the "Holmes" if you will of this mystery thriller, they have such an interesting dynamic, which I loved as he's her apprentice. I can't get over how much I loved reading about her from his pov.

This book was absolutely bloody brilliant. Thank you @AardvarkBookClub for picking a book from one of my favorite authors! ♥️
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Also, here‘s my #botm #bookofthemonth selection … and getting ready to read St Patty‘s Murder for #SeasonalCozies 🍀🔪🩸

This is a murder mystery set in a fantasy world. The world building was interesting and complex. The plot moved quickly and had a Holmes and Watson vibe. The dialog was snarky and funny at times between the main characters and I found myself chuckling a couple of times. Looking forward to book 2.

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The Tainted Cup might be calling your name if...

🏆 you break escape room records on the regular
🪴 you are capable of actually keeping houseplants alive
📐 you value hierarchy, order and duty
🧠 you have a photographic memory
🕵️‍♀️ your dream party is a murder mystery dinner
⚖️ your favourite branch is judicial
📺 you were devastated when “Sherlock” ended

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Fantasy Holmes and Watson duo trying to solve the really weird, possible, murder of an engineer. Which doesn't only lead the duo of apprentice assistant Din and investigator Ana to the next big city over, but also closer to more murdered people and danger due to the closeness to the empire's walls. Behind the walls the sea and the deadly leviathans are waiting.

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Pub Day: 06 February 2024

Bennett kicks off a new, epic fantasy series with a murder mystery twist. Kol is assigned to assist head investigator Ana. The book kicks off with their first murder— a case that takes them from a small town to the edge of the Empire where huge monsters from the sea threaten the lives of everyone as the body count rises and the plot becomes more complex. Great characters and rich world building leaves me eager for the next installment! I loved it!

Now Available! 🥳🎉📚
The Tainted Cup- Robert Jackson Bennett

Book review- https://www.boleybooks.com//the-tainted-cup/

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Thanks to Netgalley and Ballentine Publishing for providing a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
New release! This book is a mystery/fantasy combo. It took me a bit to get into it, but once I did, it was hard to put down.
The initial murder sets off a chain reaction with horrific unintended consequences. Even though the murders may be solved, what they set in motion may be impossible to stop. #NetGalley

I forgot to post which #aardvarkbookclub book I picked for February. But that's OK because it was already delivered and I can post the actual book! Love the Aardvark logo placement.

A Holmes and Watson–style detective duo take the stage in this fantasy with a mystery twist, from the Edgar-winning, multiple Hugo-nominated Robert Jackson Bennett.

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Started the tagged eARC earlier. It has a very interesting first chapter with the weirdest dead body found I've read about in some time. But I have an easily distracted brain, so one teeny tiny visit to Litsy and then Audible/Library/my shelves and I'm reading a gazillion different books at the same time.

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February is a 6 book month for #aardvark and #botm club boxes. Can‘t wait to read these! Aardvark continues to really impress me with their selections. If anyone is on the fence to join all I can say is I don‘t think you‘d be disappointed!

This is the first in a detective mystery/fantasy billed as having a Holmes/Watson feel. While I was not bowled over, it was a decent read for me. I was a bit overwhelmed getting into the world-building and keeping some of the terms straight, and there were definitely some slow spots, but I enjoyed the dynamic between the young investigator Kol and his seasoned but eccentric boss Ana. Lots of dry and tongue-in-cheek humor, but I could have 🔽

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This is just a really good book. Robert Jackson Bennett created an extremely thorough fantasy world as the backdrop for a murder mystery/crime novel, and it is going to be a trilogy! The vibe here is an ... environmental steampunk vaguely-nautical situation that I really enjoy. The investigators have a Sherlock & Watson thing going on and the fantastic elements are interesting.

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"The walls of the estate emerged from the morning fog before me, long and dark and rounded like the skin of some beached sea creature."

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"The walls of the estate emerged from the morning fog before me, long and dark and rounded like the skin of some beached sea creature."

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"The walls of the estate emerged from the morning fog before me, long and dark and rounded like the skin of some beached sea creature."