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Originally Posted by gmw
Since my last update (I didn't realise it had been this long)...
Cocaine Blues by Kerry Greenwood. I was surprised how much I enjoyed this. It has a light and breezy sort of air to it, but enough touches of a serious nature that you care about the characters. It is quite convincing in its 1920s Melbourne setting, although Phryne is a bit too good(?) to be real. Any shortcomings are more than made up for by its fast pace and fun interactions. 4/5.
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We were introduced to Phryne by the excellent ABC series starring Essie Davis. I immediately wanted to read the books, which are better than the series, IMNSHO. For one thing, there are more characters in the books, including several that I grew quite fond of that didn't make it into the TV series, and one less character that I didn't much care for from the TV series, Aunt Prudence. I definitely recommend continuing with the books.
I'm currently reading
Hit List by Lawrence Block. Typical light reading from Mr. Block, and perfect for a breather while I think what I want to read next. I'm also listening to
These Old Shades by Georgette Heyer. This is a favourite Heyer Regency, but I've not listened to it before, only read it. Quite good.