Blood Grove: Easy Rawlins' Return to Darkness and the Supernatural
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Walter Mosley, the acclaimed author of the Easy Rawlins series, returns with another captivating installment in Blood Grove. This time, Easy finds himself entangled in a sinister world of witchcraft, vengeful spirits, and long-buried secrets.
4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 550 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 321 pages |
Set in 1969 Los Angeles, Blood Grove follows Easy as he is hired to find a missing woman named Patty Ann. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Easy uncovers a dark and dangerous secret: Patty Ann is involved in a secret society of witches. With the help of his friend Mouse, Easy confronts the leader of the coven, a powerful and ruthless woman named Miss Pearl. But as they investigate further, they realize that the witches are not the only force at play.
Dark and atmospheric, Blood Grove is a riveting mystery that explores the themes of race, class, and the supernatural. Mosley's writing is taut and evocative, creating a vivid and unforgettable world for the reader.
Characters
- Easy Rawlins: A private investigator and the protagonist of the series. Easy is a complex and troubled man, but he is also a skilled and resourceful detective.
- Mouse: Easy's friend and confidant. Mouse is a former con man who is now trying to go straight. He is a loyal friend and a valuable asset to Easy's investigations.
- Miss Pearl: The leader of the witches' coven. Miss Pearl is a powerful and ruthless woman who will stop at nothing to protect her secrets.
- Patty Ann: A young woman who is missing. Patty Ann is involved in the witches' coven, and her disappearance sets off a chain of events that leads Easy into danger.
Themes
- Race: Easy Rawlins is a black man living in Los Angeles in the 1960s. He faces discrimination and prejudice on a daily basis. This theme is explored throughout the series, and it is a major factor in Easy's decision to become a private investigator.
- Class: Easy Rawlins is a working-class man. He struggles to make ends meet, and he often has to take on dangerous and illegal jobs to make a living. This theme is also explored throughout the series, and it is a major factor in Easy's decision to become a private investigator.
- The supernatural: Easy Rawlins is a man of faith. He believes in God, and he believes in the power of good and evil. However, he is also open to the possibility that there are things in the world that cannot be explained by science or reason. This theme is explored in Blood Grove, as Easy investigates a case that involves witchcraft and vengeful spirits.
Reception
Blood Grove has received critical acclaim from both critics and readers. The novel was praised for its atmospheric setting, its complex characters, and its exploration of social and supernatural themes.
In a review for The New York Times, Janet Maslin wrote, "Blood Grove is a gripping mystery that explores the themes of race, class, and the supernatural. Mosley's writing is taut and evocative, creating a vivid and unforgettable world for the reader."
In a review for The Washington Post, Ron Charles wrote, "Blood Grove is a must-read for fans of the Easy Rawlins series. Mosley has created a complex and unforgettable world that is both dark and atmospheric."
Blood Grove is a captivating and atmospheric mystery that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Walter Mosley's writing is taut and evocative, and his characters are complex and unforgettable. This novel is a must-read for fans of the Easy Rawlins series and for anyone who enjoys a good mystery.
4.5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 550 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
X-Ray | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 321 pages |
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Language | : | English |
File size | : | 550 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
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