I had read a couple of Louise Penny novels before this blog debuted in 2009, so this is my second review of this book by an author that I love. Still Life is the first in Penny’s Armand Gamache series, and now there are 18 of them, all gems. In this book, she introduces Gamache, the chief of homicide for Quebec. For police officers, being posted to the homicide department is the ultimate appointment for any police person in Canada. Gamache is the most famous of any of the detectives in the country, and his reputation is incredible. This is the book in which Penny introduces all of the recurring characters in these novels which take place in a small mythical village, Three Pines, which is located just outside of Montreal.
Please have a look at the review I wrote in 2013 of Still Life. Her character development is superior to all other writers that I’ve read in this murder mystery genre. Her plot development is equal to that of Michael Connelly and Daniel Silva. This is very high praise. This time, I listened to this novel in audiobook format, and I felt as if I was diving back in time to revisit long lost friends. Perhaps it’s like rewatching your favorite old movies. At any rate, if you’re not familiar with this author, start with this first novel and get to know the people of Three Pines. If you’re already familiar with her novels, you just might enjoy having another look or listen.
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