The Beautiful Mystery

by Louise Penny
The Beautiful Mystery cover
Good Books rating 3.33
Mystery
Technical:
  • ID: 1947
  • Added: 2025-10-11
  • Updated: 2025-10-11
  • ISBN: 9780312655464
  • Publisher: Macmillan
  • Published: 2012-08-28
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3
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The Beautiful Mystery is the latest novel in a highly acclaimed series by a renowned crime writer. This book continues to deliver the suspense and clever plotting that fans have come to expect. Set against a backdrop of mystery and intrigue, the story unfolds with a brilliant narrative that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. The author's mastery of the genre is evident in every page, making this a must-read for lovers of crime fiction. /n/n The novel is praised for its intricate plot and well-developed characters, which add depth and complexity to the story. The setting and atmosphere are meticulously crafted, immersing readers in a world where nothing is as it seems. With its engaging prose and unexpected twists, The Beautiful Mystery is a testament to the author's skill in crafting compelling crime stories.

Reviews
Schatjes Shelves · 2024-07-15
criticism 2.50

The murder mystery is lacklustre. The motivation is unconvincing and once the murder weapon is identified, the identity of the killer is obvious.

The reviewer from Schatjes Shelves found the murder mystery in The Beautiful Mystery to be lacklustre and unconvincing. They felt that the motivation behind the murder was weak and that the identity of the killer became obvious once the murder weapon was revealed. Despite these criticisms, they acknowledged that the book has its strengths, particularly in its character development and the exploration of the monastery setting. However, these elements were not enough to fully redeem the overall story for them.

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    The murder mystery is lacklustre.

    The motivation is unconvincing and once the murder weapon is identified, the identity of the killer is obvious.

    The book has its strengths, particularly in its character development and the exploration of the monastery setting.

Cannonball Read · 2019-12-20
intriguing 3.00

The mystery itself was interesting if only for the setting, but the actual resolution didn't do much for me emotionally. The real center of this book is the exploration of the characters and their relationships.

The reviewer at Cannonball Read found the setting of the book to be intriguing and unique, which added a lot to the overall mystery. However, they felt that the resolution of the mystery was somewhat lacking in emotional impact. The real strength of the book, according to them, lies in the exploration of the characters and their relationships. They appreciated the depth and complexity of the characters, which made the story feel more meaningful and engaging.

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    The mystery itself was interesting if only for the setting, but the actual resolution didn't do much for me emotionally.

    The real center of this book is the exploration of the characters and their relationships.

    The depth and complexity of the characters made the story feel more meaningful and engaging.

Judith McKinnon · Judith McKinnon · 2019-11-10
engaging 4.50

The two storylines merge together to create a satisfying crime novel, with plenty of interesting digressions that enrich the story. The writing is engaging and the characters are well-developed.

Judith McKinnon found the book to be a satisfying crime novel with two storylines that merge seamlessly. She appreciated the interesting digressions that added depth to the story, making it more than just a typical mystery. The writing is engaging, and the characters are well-developed, which adds to the overall enjoyment of the book. She particularly liked how the setting and the characters' internal motivations were explored, making the story feel rich and immersive.

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    The two storylines merge together to create a satisfying crime novel, with plenty of interesting digressions that enrich the story.

    I enjoyed the way the story unfolded, with plenty of twists and turns that kept me guessing.

    The characters are well-developed, and their internal motivations are explored in a way that makes them feel real and relatable.

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