So, maybe not an official review. I don't really read them, so I don't know what needs to be in them, but if you are looking for a great mystery series, with adrenaline pumping twists and turns. GET THIS BOOK. Actually, get The Pawn, The Rook and THEN GET THIS BOOK.
With this latest story Steven James as solidified himself as my favorite author ever, and as the granddaughter of a large used bookstore owner, who loves to read. I've read A LOT of books!
Steven James has a way of writng that really makes you feel you are there. He writes word pictures in such a way that you can see and feel everything, but without getting so bogged down in the descriptions that the plot is left behind. You will find yourself struggling with the same moral dilemnas, experiencing the anxieties, and feeling the emotions of the characters. Your mind will race trying to piece together the puzzle in time---before it's too late. You will find yourself with conflicting emotions wanting to hurry up and know "who dunnit" and wanting to slow down so the book will last longer.
This is not a book you will finish and go straight to the next book on your list. You will want to savor the memory of the adventure. You will not want to push it out of the forefront of your mind too quickly in order to make room for the next story.
I soooo can NOT wait for summer, 2010 when I get to read The Bishop.
