Review of Love, Pride & Murder

Post by **Seetha E** » 17 Nov 2023, 04:57

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Love, Pride & Murder" by Dennis A Feece.]

5 out of 5 stars

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Tony Adamo is the father and patriarch of the Adamo family. The family commands power and influence in business and political circles. Tony manages several businesses in New Hampshire and Boston through his sons. His daughter, who is yet to join the family business, is currently under training. Tony owns real estate all over New England and several mortgages through his banking interests. Giorgio Abraham Adamo, also known as Abe, is Tony's second son and is currently the president of Tony's most successful business, the real estate business. Marco Adamo, Tony's elder son, is married with kids. He is responsible for the expansion and creation of new businesses. One of Marco's startups, Adfam Tech Inc., grew to become the family's most prosperous business and was even recognized by Wall Street. The brothers did not share a healthy relationship, which led to friction now and then. It is also worth noting that Abe’s fiancé used to date Marco earlier. All was also not well at Adfam. Amidst the personal and professional back-and-forth, Abe is killed in an accident. The family has conducted independent investigations and is convinced that Abe was indeed the victim of fate.

Ms. Lucia Nardone, Abe's fiancée, is skeptical and suspects foul play. Abe's athletic pursuits guaranteed that he was in excellent physical condition. Hence, Lucy insists that Abe could comfortably tackle situations surrounding his death. Lucy approaches a private investigator, Thomas Bradley, TB, from Stone Investigations, for the case. She believes an objectively drawn outcome will help put her mind at peace. Follow TB and Lucy through the investigation in Dennis A. Feece's Love, Pride, and Murder.

The mystery aspect of the plot, both personal and professional, is excellently developed, as are the various parallel characters. Since the story is written in the first person, reading it is more enjoyable. The author has a descriptive writing style. It helps the readers to visualize their surroundings and circumstances very well. I particularly liked how the story kept tilting towards one or the other side and kept me guessing until the end. The characters Ben, Jewels, Doreen, and Aunt Connie are well-defined. The development of the plot and the characters, the backstory of the people involved, and particularly the culmination make the book unique. The ending justifies the title very well. The author has integrated his academic background in theology and his experience with cats into the story.

I was delighted to find only two inaccuracies in the book, indicating that the book was professionally edited. However, I found a few descriptions too drawn out, such as the details of Aunt Connie's residence and Eddie's baseball game. It affected the pace for me. I wouldn't deduct more than half a star for this aspect. Considering that the present rating system doesn't allow for partial stars and it is unjustified to reduce a full star for this aspect, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.

Overall, I recommend this book to all murder mystery lovers, but it may not be appropriate for young readers due to the use of profanity. I can see the potential for a sequel, and I hope the author considers it.

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Love, Pride & Murder
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Kirui Collins · Post by **Kirui Collins** » 18 Nov 2023, 15:25

I want to read this book and know the author's background story, especially the love for cats.

Abiodunakinola · Post by **Abiodunakinola** » 18 Nov 2023, 16:14

"Love, Pride, and Murder" by Dennis A. Feece offers a gripping murder mystery that intertwines personal and professional tensions within the Adamo family. The well-developed characters and the intricacies of the plot, coupled with the author's descriptive writing style, create an engaging narrative. The mystery aspect keeps readers guessing until the end, making it an enjoyable read for murder mystery enthusiasts. Thanks for the nice review.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 25 Nov 2023, 07:15

This seems like an intriguing murder mystery that digs into the interpersonal relationships within a powerful and complicated family. Thank you for your great review!

Ayoub boulaarab · Post by **Ayoub boulaarab** » 11 Dec 2023, 18:14

Thank you for your detailed review of "Love, Pride, and Murder." I appreciate your insightful comments on the intricate family dynamics, well-developed characters, and the engaging mystery plot. Your feedback is valuable, and I'm pleased to hear the book earned a 5-star rating from you. The author will likely appreciate your encouragement for a potential sequel.

Post by **Aaron Joseph Maupin** » 16 Jan 2024, 00:42

This review provides helpful insights into the book "Love, Pride, and Murder" by Dennis A. Feece. It sufficiently covers the plot, character development, and writing style. The review is likely to motivate potential readers to buy the book. It appears to be a good addition to murder mystery lovers' libraries, although it may not be suitable for young readers due to profanity.

Post by **Mari Thompson** » 16 Jan 2024, 01:13

I love a good murder mystery book. Your review is very well written. It has me wondering if the story is fiction or non-fiction. If it’s fiction it sure sounds like it could be a true story. As I started reading the review I was getting Menendez brother vibes. Thanks for the very well thought out and descriptive recommendation.

Chi Chiu Michael Mak · Post by **Chi Chiu Michael Mak** » 07 Jun 2025, 11:09

Seetha E wrote: ↑17 Nov 2023, 04:57 [Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Love, Pride & Murder" by Dennis A Feece.]

5 out of 5 stars
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Tony Adamo is the father and patriarch of the Adamo family. The family commands power and influence in business and political circles. Tony manages several businesses in New Hampshire and Boston through his sons. His daughter, who is yet to join the family business, is currently under training. Tony owns real estate all over New England and several mortgages through his banking interests. Giorgio Abraham Adamo, also known as Abe, is Tony's second son and is currently the president of Tony's most successful business, the real estate business. Marco Adamo, Tony's elder son, is married with kids. He is responsible for the expansion and creation of new businesses. One of Marco's startups, Adfam Tech Inc., grew to become the family's most prosperous business and was even recognized by Wall Street. The brothers did not share a healthy relationship, which led to friction now and then. It is also worth noting that Abe’s fiancé used to date Marco earlier. All was also not well at Adfam. Amidst the personal and professional back-and-forth, Abe is killed in an accident. The family has conducted independent investigations and is convinced that Abe was indeed the victim of fate.

Ms. Lucia Nardone, Abe's fiancée, is skeptical and suspects foul play. Abe's athletic pursuits guaranteed that he was in excellent physical condition. Hence, Lucy insists that Abe could comfortably tackle situations surrounding his death. Lucy approaches a private investigator, Thomas Bradley, TB, from Stone Investigations, for the case. She believes an objectively drawn outcome will help put her mind at peace. Follow TB and Lucy through the investigation in Dennis A. Feece's Love, Pride, and Murder.

The mystery aspect of the plot, both personal and professional, is excellently developed, as are the various parallel characters. Since the story is written in the first person, reading it is more enjoyable. The author has a descriptive writing style. It helps the readers to visualize their surroundings and circumstances very well. I particularly liked how the story kept tilting towards one or the other side and kept me guessing until the end. The characters Ben, Jewels, Doreen, and Aunt Connie are well-defined. The development of the plot and the characters, the backstory of the people involved, and particularly the culmination make the book unique. The ending justifies the title very well. The author has integrated his academic background in theology and his experience with cats into the story.

I was delighted to find only two inaccuracies in the book, indicating that the book was professionally edited. However, I found a few descriptions too drawn out, such as the details of Aunt Connie's residence and Eddie's baseball game. It affected the pace for me. I wouldn't deduct more than half a star for this aspect. Considering that the present rating system doesn't allow for partial stars and it is unjustified to reduce a full star for this aspect, I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars.

Overall, I recommend this book to all murder mystery lovers, but it may not be appropriate for young readers due to the use of profanity. I can see the potential for a sequel, and I hope the author considers it.

******
Love, Pride & Murder
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon

Family drama is a tried and tested trope, but since the characters are connected to conglomerates, it's hard to relate to them.

Post by **Anu Anand** » 08 Jul 2025, 05:44

The tension between the brothers and the mystery around Abe’s death really caught my interest. Feels like one of those stories where everyone’s hiding something. Thanks for sharing this well-written review, @Seetha E.

Helen Waziri · Post by **Helen Waziri** » 15 Jul 2025, 08:51

One standout feature of "Love, Pride, and Murder" is its strong character development—particularly how the strained relationships and layered family dynamics fuel the mystery. The first-person narration adds intimacy, while the shifting suspicions keep the plot engaging and unpredictable. Despite occasional slow pacing, the story’s conclusion ties its themes together meaningfully.