Review of A Story Of Bad

[markodim721]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "A Story Of Bad" by Edward M. Krauss.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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The book A Story of Bad by Edward M. Krauss attracts attention with its short but informative title. At the heart of this murder mystery is the ComFitter factory. The small but successful family sewing business will become the scene of the murder of its owner Victor Pritkin. A series of illogicalities slowed down the official police investigation, and soon one of the factory workers fell victim. Are these two murders connected? What is the motive? Is the perpetrator of both murders the same?

These and other open questions are dealt with by capable journalist June Replyn and experienced detective Terry Stans. Their informal alliance in to discover the perpetrators of the murders will gradually get a romantic note. The closed Cambodian community, from which a significant part of the employees in the small sewing factory comes, will gradually open up to patient researchers. However, all the time, the shadow of doubt hovers equally over the children of the founder of ComFitter.

What I really liked about A Story of Bad is the intelligently conceived plot. The author very skillfully holds the readers' attention to the last page. Just when it seems to readers that they can identify the killer and the motive for the crime with certainty, the author introduces new evidence and witnesses. Realistically written dialogues in the right places contribute greatly to the quality of the book. Edward M. Krauss has also very well thought out several details related to the Cambodian community, from their way of pronunciation of the English language to their way of thinking and habits. In addition to the carefully studied Cambodian culture, the writer also conceived the characters of the journalist Replyn and Detective Stans. Before the eyes of the readers, there will be descriptions that authentically evoke the atmosphere of the meeting with the editor or the rivalry between journalists. Perhaps the greatest quality of the book is the sense of the pace of the plot and the author's gift for uncertainty. To many readers of the book, it will also act as a script for a rather successful film.

It’s very hard to find anything I didn’t like in the book A Story of Bad. If I had to point out the less perfect part of the book, then it would certainly be overly detailed descriptions of various meals. Also, in one place, there is less illogicality when the founder of the ComFitter factory is called by someone else's name.

It is with great pleasure that I rate the book A Story of Bad with four out of four stars. Well-conceived characters carry the plot of this page-turner very well. The writer has repeatedly shown exceptional knowledge of psychology. The book was very pleasant to read, to which chapters of moderate length also contribute. Realistic dialogues and fantastic descriptions of people, spaces, and atmosphere only solidified my decision.

I recommend A Story of Bad to fans of murder mysteries, fans of well-written books, but also readers who want to check their power of logical reasoning. Due to the occasional use of profanity, love scenes, and murder scenes, I think that the book is not suitable for younger readers.

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[Theana De lima Araujo]

Hi, Thank you for the splendid review. I like the crime investigation plot and the aspect of character development. From your description, it seems like the reader gets to play detective too which is the best kind of crime-solving novel. Have a lovely day.

[Snigdha Pandey]

Great work on the review! I am a fan of murder mysteries. A well written, gripping mystery is always a pleasure to read. I look forward to reading this book.

[Brandy_Nyongesa]

Murder mysteries are not my favourite. The review is great.

[Amy Luman]

Thanks for the great review! I love a good murder in a book!

[Janet Kimetto]

Well-written mystery books truly have a way of not letting the reader put the book down. Thank you for the great review!

[Nqobile Mashinini Tshabalala]

Murder mystery books always get my attention somehow! It seems the plot is on point, I won't regret reading this one. Awesome review!

[markodim721]

Hi, Thank you for the splendid review. I like the crime investigation plot and the aspect of character development. From your description, it seems like the reader gets to play detective too which is the best kind of crime-solving novel. Have a lovely day.

The book is really fantastic and just can’t be dropped from the hands until it is read.

[markodim721]

Great work on the review! I am a fan of murder mysteries. A well written, gripping mystery is always a pleasure to read. I look forward to reading this book.

I am glad that my review presented the best in the book. Thanks for the comment.

[markodim721]

Murder mysteries are not my favourite. The review is great.

Thanks for the kind words and honest comment.

[markodim721]

Thanks for the great review! I love a good murder in a book!

Then you will like this one! Thanks for stopping by.

[markodim721]

Well-written mystery books truly have a way of not letting the reader put the book down. Thank you for the great review!

The book is well written and worth every minute and cent.

[markodim721]

Murder mystery books always get my attention somehow! It seems the plot is on point, I won't regret reading this one. Awesome review!

You will not repent, the book is great.

[Philip Colley]

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[markodim721]

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I'm glad you liked my review. I highly recommend the book.