Last Bus to Woodstock | 
pickI listened to the audio with my husband on our drive back from TN on the 28th. Knowing it was first published in the 70s explains some of the weirder parts (like the discussion on rape by some irredeemable male side characters). Morse is likable and the mystery was satisfying.
Anyone else think Morse is a bit of a creep? Also that Colin Dexter is a bit of a creep?
Loved, loved, loved Lewis, but never watched Morse. Think I will continue to not watch Morse. Blech.
Last Bus to Woodstock is the first Inspector Morse mystery. It begins just where Endeavour (TV) leaves off and was also adapted as part of the first Morse series.
#crimefiction #mysteries #murdermysteries
panSome books don't age well...
Sexism, middle-aged men behaving like enamoured teenagers, thus leading to rather bad character development/psychology. "What a sad lot," was the phrase that kept coming to my mind.
The mystery plot didn't convince me. The main characters didn't grasp my interest (probably for the reasons mentioned above). The description of how the murder got solved was not very satisfactory to me.
pickMorse arrives a fully-formed character here - irascible, a grammar nazi, a lover of Wagner and crosswords, a bit of a drinker and with an eye for the ladies. His views on rape are unlikely to endear him to the #metoo brigade, but are a pretty fair reflection of mid-seventies attitudes, certainly in the British police force. Highly recommended for fans of traditional whodunnits.
pickIn the first Inspector Morse book, he investigates the case of a dead body of a woman found in a pub car park.
Although I've seen odd episodes on TV, I had never read any of the books before, something I can see I will have to remedy.
pickBk6 of my #MarchUnshelfing #challenge is done. I don‘t know why I haven‘t read the Morse series before, it was brilliant, if a little dated. After all, this was published in 1975. It was still a great read and as much as I love the tv series, the book was so much better. Reminded me very much of Peter Robinson‘s Inspector Banks series, which I adore as well. Plus, Oxford. A city I have dreamt of visiting for a very long time. Highly recommend.👍
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Next up in my #MarchUnshelfing #challenge is a book that‘s been on my #MountTBRShelvesOfDoom for over ten years! I bought this from a 2ndhand bookstore that‘s been closed for at least that,so maybe it‘s been on them longer. The 1st two Inspector Morse novels in one, I‘ve always meant to read them but it‘s one of those books that keep sliding down your list until you forget it‘s even there, until I was watching the tv series & remembered I had it.
so-soTo say this book is sexist would be an understatement and there are some really disturbing thoughts on rape from some of the characters, even for 1975. Coming to the mystery itself, it was good, even if the writing was shoddy in some places. I've read one more book in the series, so I know that the writing gets better. Will read the next one and I hope that Morse stops objectifying every living and dead woman he looks at.
3/5 🌟
What the actual hell did I just read?!
Having watched all 6 series of Endeavour, and before that most series of Lewis, I decided I needed to go back to where it all started and read the original books.
#FavouriteCrimeFightingCouple has to be Inspector Morse and Sergeant Lewis from the Colin DexterSeries and the Morse TV Series. They are responsible for my love of the crime genre. #MarchMadness The first book in the series is the tagged book.
These here are all my collections
The Night Angel Trilogy by Brent Weeks
immortal Instruments by Cassandra Clare
Shannara Trilogy by Terry Brooks
THe Dwarfs by Marcus Heitz
Inspector Morse collection by Colin Dexter
Agtha Christie collection.
I've read many more but these are in my home right now.
Have you read any? what did you think? and which ones?
#rocktober #nooneknows Morse‘s first name for most of this series.... 💕(RIP lovely John Thaw who played this fabulous character on screen , and to this character‘s creator Colin Dexter who sadly died in March this year)
Finished Last Bus to Woodstock, my third book finished during the #springcleaningreadathon . Now to try and finish the fourth. This was an excellent book for an introduction to Inspector Morse, I aim to continue with the series.
Back onto the #springcleaningreadathon. I hope to finish three books today, first off the first book in the Morse series. Good luck everyone with the last day.
Finished work so can now start my #springcleaningreadathon with this book. Morse is a good way to kick it off in memory of Colin Dexter. Also when got spare moments I am listening to Sarah's Key.
#Springcleaningreadathon Will finish off Sarah's Key by Tatiana De Rosnay. Then I'm going for a Detective Spring Clean 1. Last Bus to Woodstock by Colin Dexter (first book in the Inspector Morse Series, in tribute to Colin Dexter who died last month), 2. Blade of Light by Andrea Camilleri (Inspector Montalbano), 3.Incomplete Revenge by Jacqueline Winspear (Maisie Dobbs) 4. The Ghost and Mrs Jeffries by Emily Brightwell. Wonder how far I'll get!
In case anyone missed it, Colin Dexter has passed away. He will be greatly missed. This article is from the guardian.
Really sad news, Colin Dexter (creator and author of Inspector Morse) has died. He created a great character in Inspector Morse and I grew up with the TV Series (and the later series Lewis). This TV Series helped launch my passion for crime TV / Books. RIP Colin knowing you leave behind many memories for many people and a great character that will live on. Enjoy reuniting with John Thaw who did a superb job, he WAS Inspector Morse for me.
So sad....RIP to the creator of my favorite detectives...Morse and Lewis... Colin Dexter dies at 86 years young... 😢
pickWell it's safe to say I'm taken with Morse. Absolutely loved it. Could see traces of the TV Morse I love. The story was fab and I totally didn't see it coming who did it. You know it's good book when you cover the bottom of the page with your hand to stop yourself racing on!! Got the next batch to keep me going 😀
Getting some reading in before this week gets mental busy with school shenanigans. Am really enjoying Morse. Can tell it's from different times, policemen telling people not to drink too much before driving!
Me and my little yellow cab are fair enjoying Morse. It's a really good story with touches of humour. They clearly kept the TV character true to the books as I can totally hear John Thaw when I'm reading the dialogue "Good God man!"
I have a teeny tiny obsession with the TV show Lewis and it's taking me to Oxford at Easter. Thought I should read some Morse before my travels. Really looking forward to this one.
One of my favourite tv shows at the moment is ENDEAVOUR, which is basically all about young Inspector Morse when he's just starting out in the police. This quote was in an episode I watched tonight and I wanted to share it with you guys - even if it isn't a direct quote from a book. It was just a really nice reminder to cherish the things that are special to us (like books!).
my vote for #bestsidekick is Detective Sergeant Robbie Lewis from the Inspector Morse crime novels. he was played in the popular TV series by Kevin Whately, with John Thaw as Inspector Morse. #booktober @RealLifeReading
#funfridayphoto #mystery I love the iconic Chief Inspector Endeavour Morse series! I have also enjoyed watching the tv series starring John Thaw, who did an excellent job in portraying the eccentric detective with a penchant for music, poetry, art and crossword puzzles! @Liberty
#somethingforsept #septemberphotochallenge #day6 #bookanddrink Another entry for my book&drink is my nightly herbal tea, Chamomile&SpicedApple tonight,with my omnibus of Inspector Morses first two cases by Colin Dexter. I used to drink six or seven cups of coffee a day until I started getting palpitations & reflux, so now I'm restricted to maximum 2 cups of coffee & then it's herbal tea or a pot of Earl Grey. And I drink plenty of water as well.☕️
Like @Liberty my hands down favorite college set book is Donna Tartt's 'The Secret History'.... But my other shout-out is for Colin Dexter's Inspector Morse mysteries.... I will read ANYTHING set in or around Oxford University, so these stories are a favorite #funfridayphoto
