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Book Review: The Burning

July 29, 2014 by Wifeeclectic 14 Comments

A serial killer is on the lose. He has already beaten four women beyond recognition before lighting the bodies on fire, earning him the nickname, The Burning Man. Detective Maeve Kerrigan is on the task force that is working to bring him to justice, when a fifth body, Rebecca Haworth, is discovered. As Kerrigan digs deeper into the fifth victim’s life she starts to realize that The Burning Man might not be responsible after all and a second killer is on the loose.

I wasn’t sure what I was expecting in this detective but I ended up liking Maeve Kerrigan a lot more than I thought I would. She is definitely a woman in a man’s world, fighting for her place on the task force by working hard.  Maeve is extremely likable as a character, and while the book moves slowly to end the conclusion, it doesn’t feel slow. I love that while she is smart and focused, she doesn’t seem omniscient. She is the narrator of the book as well as Louise, Rebecca’s best friend, to give more perspective into Rebecca’s life. A life that seems idyllic and wonderful on the outside, but under the surface is dark and desperate.

I loved that the book was two murder mysteries in one. You gained answers to all five murders as you learned the back story of one girl. Surprisingly enough, the murder’s confession at the very end of the book was the least compelling part of the entire story. It was plain and straightforward and completely unlike the rest of the book.

Overall, I enjoyed the first book in the Maeve Kerrigan series. It was my first experience with a British Procedural and I have to say I will be going back for more.
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  1. mail4rosey says

    July 29, 2014 at 3:47 pm

    This is just the kind of book my mom likes. She doesn't do internet, but I've written down the title to tell her about it.

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  2. Masshole Mommy says

    July 29, 2014 at 8:58 pm

    That sounds like an awesome read. I will have to add it to my reading list.

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  3. Chasity says

    July 29, 2014 at 9:46 pm

    Murder mysteries are always my favorite books. This seems like it would be right up my ally.

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  4. Jessica says

    July 30, 2014 at 12:12 am

    Sounds like an intense book. I will think about this for my next book club choice.

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  5. Kung Phoo says

    July 30, 2014 at 12:18 am

    Cool book, i like murder mysteries.. I am always speculating who/what/where

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  6. Dan from Platter Talk says

    July 30, 2014 at 2:36 am

    Great review, now I need to read this one!

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  7. Danielle says

    July 30, 2014 at 3:30 am

    This sounds like a very interesting book. I will have to check this one out.

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  8. Caitlin Fore says

    July 30, 2014 at 3:52 am

    I'd never heard of this book before your post! Sounds thrilling! Thanks for the recommendation!

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  9. Hanna says

    July 30, 2014 at 6:26 am

    This review makes me want to read this book 😀 Thanks for your recommendation!

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  10. Maddi'sMommy says

    July 30, 2014 at 3:45 pm

    Just the review of this intrigues me! I'm adding it to my Amazon list for later. 🙂

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  11. Debi Wayland says

    July 30, 2014 at 5:08 pm

    Sounds like a great book. Thanks for the suggestion.

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  12. Mistee Dawn says

    July 30, 2014 at 5:45 pm

    I will definitely be putting this on my reading list. Looks good!

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  13. Ckrusch says

    July 31, 2014 at 3:29 am

    Love a good mystery book! Sounds like a great one!

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  14. Life Tastes Good says

    July 31, 2014 at 5:19 am

    Your reviews always make me want to read the book! Thanks!!

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