The word is murder

Kul metabok där Harowitz "spelar" sig själv och tar rygg på en privatdetektiv. Ett mystiskt mord leder till en mysig och rätt ofta självförklarande jakt genom England. Om det inte var för karaktärerna och att boken var hade en bra uppläsare skulle jag inte läst klart det. Men nu vill jag veta mer om detektiven Hawthorne. Jag har redan lagt till bok nummer två i läslistan.

I didn't like the main clue, but it wasn't because it was bad. It's because I'm an uneducated slob.

"The Word is Murder" by Anthony Horowitz is an ingeniously crafted murder mystery novel that keeps the reader hooked from beginning to end. The book introduces us to the genius but weird former Detective Inspector Hawthorne, who is called in to investigate the murder of a wealthy woman who planned her own funeral just hours before she died.

Horowitz's writing style is unique, as he not only narrates the story but also inserts himself into it as a character, interacting with the enigmatic Hawthorne. The angry-now-friendly-now banter between the author and the Inspector adds a layer of humor and personality to the book that sets it apart from other murder mysteries.

The plot of the novel is cleverly crafted, and the killer's identity is not apparent, making the twists and turns all the more satisfying. Horowitz's skillful writing style brings the characters to life, and the interactions between them are realistic and believable.

The author's references to real-life characters and events add depth and intrigue to the story, creating an engaging reading experience. Overall, "The Word is Murder" is a captivating and entertaining read that will keep you guessing until the very end. Fans of murder mystery novels will enjoy this book, and it is definitely worth adding to your reading list.

Didn't enjoy this as much as Magpie Murders, but it was a nice mental break at a time when life was just throwing way too much reality at me. The idea of using himself as a (presumably fictional) character in his own fiction was novel, but Magpie was cleverer. Still, you can't go too far wrong with Horowitz; there's a reason people love this guy's stuff.