Clu Haid is dead and Esperanza Diaz, Myron's business partner is
arrested. Did she kill him? Myron Bolitar makes it his business to find
out. This novel follows on from One False Move and is the 6th book in
the Myron Bolitar series. This book has the usual quality of writing
from Harlan Coben and this is more than a basic crime thriller. The
Final Detail is focused on people's lives rather than the crime, it's
scene and the following investigations. This adds so much colour and
depth to this story. It is amazing just how powerful Harlan's writing is
that you believe that you know the characters and have spent time with
them!
There is a nice lively banter between the characters and
this novel has a good and very involved plot. It keeps you guessing
about the killer and peoples motives. It is thought provoking about the
morality of peoples lives and addresses many social issues. Harlan
explores physical attractions between people and how their sexuality may
affect their judgement. He also includes some nice comments and
dialogue about how America has changed with local character and small
businesses being replaced by national chains, so that everywhere looks
the same.
The Final Detail was written in 1998 and has 344
pages. It has a great contemporary feel, with anecdotes and references
to popular culture and landmark events. There is a lovely humour going
on...
He risked another step. If only he had something to placate her with. Like a half gallon of Haagen-Dazs. Or a sacrificial goat.
Why,
Myron wondered, do servants of the rich and famous act snootier than
their masters? Was it simple resentment? Was it because they were locked
down upon all day and thus needed on occasion to be the one doing the
looking down? Or - more simply - were people attracted to such jobs
insecure asswipes?
Both men wore turtlenecks so high and loose they looked like something awaiting circumcision.
...The Final Detail has a good ending with no loose ends. It is a good book and I will vote it 4 stars on Goodreads.
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