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N is for Noose (Kinsey Millhone, #14)

Sue Grafton
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N is for Noose (Kinsey Millhone, #14)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999

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Sue Grafton

N is for Noose (Kinsey Millhone, #14)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

353

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In N is for Noose by Sue Grafton, private investigator Kinsey Millhone is hired to uncover the circumstances surrounding a mysterious death in a small town. As she delves deeper into the case, she navigates local tensions and uncovers hidden truths, ultimately facing unexpected dangers along the way.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

41,468 ratings

73%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sue Grafton's N is for Noose receives praise for its compelling protagonist, Kinsey Millhone, and Grafton's adept plotting. The novel maintains suspense and features crisp, engaging prose. Some readers find the pace slower than previous entries in the series, with a less intricate mystery. Overall, it's a solid addition to the series for fans of the genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read N is for Noose (Kinsey Millhone, #14)?

Readers who enjoy Sue Grafton's N is for Noose are likely fans of hard-boiled detective fiction and gripping mysteries with strong female protagonists. Comparable to those who appreciate Sara Paretsky's Indemnity Only or Raymond Chandler's The Big Sleep, they seek intricate plots, suspense, and character-driven narratives.

4.2

41,468 ratings

73%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

353

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

California • 1980s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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