Negative Positive
Title: It's a compelling read
Review: This book was my introduction to Larry Block and a fine one at that. More than a mystery this book is a real novel! That said, I do think that there are moments when Block is a little bit over the top. In particular with the character of Susan. The long psudo-porn scenes with her brutal to read and add little to the plot. Maybe her sexual obsession is her way of coping in a post 9/11 world, but I didnt buy it personally. I thought everthing involving her was a tad indulgant on Blocks part.That aside though there are pleasure's aplenty here for the decerning reader and I would recomend this book.
Is the review positive or negative? 