Maisie Dobbs

by Jacqueline Winspear
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  • Added: 2025-12-22
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
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  • Reviews: 3
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Sammi Cox · Sammi Cox · 2019-09-24
solid 3.50

The story is well-researched and features interesting characters, making it a solid first book in a series. The review rates it 3.5 out of 5.

Sammi Cox praises Maisie Dobbs for its well-researched storytelling and engaging characters, making it a strong debut in a series. The review highlights the depth of the historical context and the intriguing personalities that populate the narrative. Cox appreciates the author's attention to detail and the compelling cases that Maisie tackles. While acknowledging some minor flaws, the review concludes that it's a solid start with plenty of potential for future installments. The 3.5 out of 5 rating reflects a generally positive reception with room for improvement.

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    A well-researched story, peopled with interesting characters.

    A solid first book in a series.

    The review rates it 3.5 out of 5.

Book Thoughts From Bed · 2019-07-03
thoughtful 3.50

The book starts with a mystery but then delves into a lengthy section about Maisie's personal history. This approach provides a deep understanding of the character but may slow down the pace for some readers.

The reviewer notes that Maisie Dobbs begins with an engaging mystery but quickly shifts to a detailed exploration of the protagonist's personal history. While this approach offers a deep understanding of Maisie's character, it may feel slow-paced for readers looking for a more traditional mystery. The review suggests that the book is well-written and provides a rich backstory, but the initial mystery takes a backseat to character development. Overall, it's a thoughtful start to a series that balances mystery with historical depth.

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    The book starts by introducing the mystery but then cuts away to a really long section about Maisie's personal history.

    This approach provides a deep understanding of the character but may slow down the pace for some readers.

    It's a thoughtful start to a series that balances mystery with historical depth.

A Writer of History · Sarah Zama · 2016-07-24
intriguing 4.00

The novel introduces a unique investigator in London, 1929, with Maisie Dobbs setting up her own investigation agency. The protagonist is intriguing and the setting rich, offering a fresh perspective on the mystery genre.

Sarah Zama's review highlights the unique qualities of Maisie Dobbs, the protagonist, who stands out as a distinctive investigator in the mystery genre. Set in London, 1929, the novel offers a rich historical backdrop that adds depth to the story. Zama appreciates the fresh perspective brought by Maisie's character and the intriguing cases she tackles, making it a compelling read. The review suggests that the novel is a strong start to a series, with a protagonist who is both relatable and fascinating.

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    The setting is London, 1929. Maisie Dobbs sets up her own investigation agency and she is quite a unique investigator.

    This novel is the first in the series and it offers a rich historical backdrop that adds depth to the story.

    Maisie Dobbs is a compelling read with a protagonist who is both relatable and fascinating.

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