Last to Die

There are some authors with whom you can read and from the first moment you are in completely. They might have their inconsistencies and flaws but they have a writing style that you are able to consume without any real effort at all. For me, James did not start out that way. There will things that bothered my, annoyances that I would have a hard time describing. For instance, Jack at first comes off a little too invested in the whole girlfriend thing, more than I think a guy might be, but then, that just could be my own flaws rattling the cage. This is the 6th book in the series and by now I’m completely absorbed.
James writes intelligent thrillers, with engaging characters and story lines. I think sometimes he does the flashback thing a little too much but it’s usually in an effort to develop the story and the characters. Some of you may not find that cumbersome. I felt like the first couple of books I had to push myself to get through at moments, but by 3 I was looking forward to the read. If you like stories about lawyers in dramatic situations, I think you will like Swyteck and his protagonists.

This stand-alone is easy to follow and difficult to put down. Minor editing errors, no gratuitous violence or drag-you-down drama.

Compelling storyline with descriptive writing that draws the reader into each scene. Plenty of twists throughout to keep the reader guessing. Realistic legal and police procedures, actions and reactions. Believable characters with distinct personalities. Thought-provoking and occasionally snarky dialogue.

No desire to re-read this story. I am always interested in works by this author.

First of all this is a little more than a short story. There is an open line between each paragraph and every line of dialogue. Then there are 40 to 50 pages of visit to Africa that are nothing but filler. The story was about what I would expect from a third year college student. Not a courtroom drama.

Grippando has gone to a different venue this time; or should I say to several venues, and I found the story to be quite fascinating and enjoyable. Kind of nice to see something where everyone gets….. now I dont want to give up the ending- read it – youll find out!!

Jack comes across as an individual who not only does not understand women but lacks true sympathy for what it takes to keep a relationship together. Would be nice to have a story line that has Jack involved in a POSITIVE and thriving relationship. I would be satisfied if he just formed a last relationship with a man that was not a hood or violent, or both!!

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