My second Nell Sweeney book followed very quickly from the first, something I don't usually do, but I loved the first story so much I jumped straight in. And I loved this one even more! Now that the scene is set, and we've been introduced to Boston, Nell, Will and the Hewitts in the first book, there was more of a murder/mystery in this one, and much more time to concentrate on Nell's background. In fact, her past plays a major role in this story, and it's fascinating. I don't want to spoil it, so I'll say no more, save that it didn't disappoint. And as to Will and Nell - this was my favourite part of the book. It would have been tempting to get them together, but totally against their very complex natures, and the obstacles they have to overcome are huge. I thought Ms Ryan handled the relationship brilliantly - so brilliantly that I'm going to have to work very hard not to launch into book three. Great stuff, highly recommended. This second book in the Nell Sweeney series did not disappoint. It was grittier than the first, but there was even more satisfying character development. The relationship between Nell and Will gets deeper in this novel, but Ryan has not fallen to the temptation of sending them into a physical relationship too soon. It seems obvious they will eventually, but in this one the intimacy is emotional. Nell's darker past surfaces here and Will becomes the only one she will trust with the information, a connection far more intimate than sex. They join forces to solve the central mystery in this novel, but Will still has his demons, although less severe than in the first novel. I am definitely looking forward to the next novel in the series to see how this all continues to evolve. I like the historical aspects and how they are woven into the fabric of a satisfying mystery with a touch of unfolding romance.
What do You think about Dunkel Wie Der Tod (2007)?
Perfectly pleasant mystery that whose writing is not poor enough to be distracting.
—Niccck
Very interesting book. Nell is awesome... And almost all characters are.
—cidrick
