| Dead and Buried (Bob Skinner Mystery) | 
 enlarge | Author: Quintin Jardine
Publisher: Headline
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  7 reviews
Sales Rank: 70098
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 448
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.6
Dimensions (in): 6.9 x 4.3 x 1.3
ISBN: 0755304101
Dewey Decimal Number: 823.914
EAN: 9780755304103
ASIN: 0755304101
Publication Date: February 8, 2007
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 Not bad dut ending far too contrived August 21, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
For most of the book I thought that Jardine was back to his best. Alas his tendancy to solve crimes by such contrived means kicked in and spoilt the ending. Regretably also in evidence was the usual Skinner invulnerability and somewhat unbelievable relationship with the First Minister in-waiting (why does Jardine make his characters like this?)
Back on form March 25, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The last Skinner book was arrant nonsense, but this one is back on form. Following directly after the events of the previous book, this inserts a slight dose of reality into all that silliness.
The real strength of these books has always been the breadth of the cast of characters, rather than just Skinner himself. The whole cast of supporting characters have lives and personalities and grow along with the main characters as the series progresses. It is especially fun to see Proud Jimmy out from behind his desk and investigating a mystery of his own.
 Fantastic December 20, 2007
I was stuck at a train station with nothing to read, made this purchase and was glad I did. This was my first Bob Skinner mystery and it will not be my last.
very good June 26, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Classic Jardine. Not the best in the Skinner series, IMO, but really good anyway.
Jardine is underrated. He is often compared to Ian Rankin and I think it should be the other way around,ie, Rankin is nearly as good as Jardine!!
an excellent read September 12, 2006
Thisis just what you would expect of a Skinner novel, four interwoven stories that hold your interest from the very first page. Whilst it does follow on from the previous book, Lethal Intent, it would be just as enjoyable if you had never read any of this series. Your enjoyment is enhanced though if you know the characters I can't wait for the next one.
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