Unless you've been living under a rock, you know that the
mystery entitled The Cuckoo’s Calling that was released in April under the
pseudonym Robert Galbraith was actually penned by none other than J.K. Rowling.
We were traveling in South America at the time, and honestly, it was truly
headline-making news around the globe! It was definitely an interesting
experiment and a good case study for the power of an author’s name and publishing
house backing for a release. Of course once the truth came out, it immediately
rocketed up the best sellers list but it’s a strong book that deserved praise
in its own right as well.
The story centers around a private detective, Cormoran
Strike, who takes on the investigation of a model’s death. With a strong cast
of characters and a nice balance of the case with his personal story, this is
an enjoyable read. I wouldn't say it’s an edge of your set, pulpy mystery by
any means, but it is well-crafted and the writing is decent. From fashion
designers to adopted families, this story follows Strike all around London as
he tries to sort through the deceit, both professionally and personally. His gang includes a plucky assistant, an
over-involved sister, an easy-to-hate ex and many more characters that bring dimension
to his world. Definitely give it a go if you need a break from more typical
action or chick lit beach reads; it’s the first in a quality (if not completely
addictive) series.
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