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The Scholar (Cormac Reilly, #2)

Dervla McTiernan
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The Scholar (Cormac Reilly, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Dervla McTiernan

The Scholar (Cormac Reilly, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

377

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Galway, Ireland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Scholar by Dervla McTiernan follows Detective Cormac Reilly in Galway, Ireland, as he investigates the death of a woman linked to a pharmaceutical company. Personal and professional stakes intertwine as Reilly and his partner, Dr. Emma Sweeney, who discovered the body, delve into the case.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

32,101 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Scholar by Dervla McTiernan has garnered praise for its compelling characters, intricate plot, and skillful blending of personal and professional conflicts for protagonist Cormac Reilly. However, some reviewers felt the story's pace lags at times and the climax is somewhat predictable. Despite this, it's generally seen as a solid and engaging installment in the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Scholar (Cormac Reilly, #2)?

Readers who relish fast-paced crime thrillers with complex characters and intricate plots would enjoy The Scholar by Dervla McTiernan. Fans of Tana French’s In the Woods or Louise Penny’s Still Life will appreciate McTiernan’s ability to weave suspense and emotional depth, making it a compelling read for mystery enthusiasts.

4.2

32,101 ratings

82%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

377

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Galway, Ireland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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