Reviews

Shadows in Bronze by Lindsey Davis

Only show reviews with written explanations

annemieks's review against another edition

While reading the first book of the Marcus Didius Falco series, I thought I just had to get used to the clipped style of writing by the author, with lots of banter going on. But a quarter down into this second book, I lost track of the story, because the reading itself asked too much effort. So, I gave up.

clare1234567's review against another edition

Go to review page

adventurous lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot

3.0

Reliable story. I lose the plot regularly because of the character names. Falco drives me mad with his bad decisions, but luckily his heart is in the right place

chatongriffes's review against another edition

Go to review page

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

Content Warnings

maplessence's review against another edition

Go to review page

2.0

2.5★

Finally finished!

& after a page turning start this book really dragged for me, except when the wonderful Helena Justina was on the page.

The book did rescue itself with an ending that had both excitement & a bit of humour, but the story really needed a ruthless pruning to make a much tighter story.

I have more of Davis's books but I haven't decided if I will continue with the series.