57 pages 1 hour read

Louise Penny

A Great Reckoning

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Louise Penny's A Great Reckoning, former Chief of Homicide Armand Gamache takes over the Sûreté Academy to uproot its entrenched corruption. Gamache hires controversial figures, including cadet Amelia Choquet and former Superintendent Michel Brébeuf. When Professor Serge Leduc is murdered, Gamache and his team, including four cadets, investigate, uncovering dark secrets within the academy and the village of Three Pines. This book addresses themes of abuse of power.

Reviews & Readership

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Louise Penny's A Great Reckoning captivates with its intricate plot and rich character development, particularly featuring Inspector Gamache. While praised for its atmospheric setting and compelling mystery, some readers may find the pacing slow. Overall, the novel is a satisfying addition to the series, blending suspense with emotional depth effectively.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Great Reckoning?

Fans of character-driven mysteries like Donna Leon's Commissario Guido Brunetti series or Tana French's Dublin Murder Squad books will relish A Great Reckoning. This novel appeals to readers who appreciate intricate plots, rich atmospheres, and well-developed characters in a small-town setting.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Themes

Relationships: Family

Emotions/Behavior: Memory

Emotions/Behavior: Guilt

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence