Review of The Tainted Jade

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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Tainted Jade" by Richard Blaine.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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In The Tainted Jade by Richard Blaine, nothing is as it seems.

Michael Garrett, a private detective, has a penchant for getting himself in trouble. This time, trouble comes knocking on his door in the form of a well-dressed man with an odd request: "I want you to be me."

Taking the train down to El Paso to fulfill his client's request, he finds him dead in his hotel room with a knife in his hand and a lady staring at him in shock. As the story spirals out of control and the variables keep changing, Garrett must figure out how two jade statues, an ancient curse, and a bitter rivalry add up to four dead bodies and multiple death threats. He has to stop the killer in time before things get worse.

This book has the same feel as an old murder mystery movie. I can almost see the plumes of smoke coming out from the detective's cigarettes as he spoke. The scenes are vivid, even though the author does not go overboard with his descriptions. They are easy to picture. The book flows smoothly, adding to that feeling of watching a movie.

The main character's perceptiveness is obvious from the start. Because the story is told from his perspective, we are privy to all his actions and decisions. Yet, the author manages to pack so many surprises into this book. The book stimulates the reader's mind. Yet, it isn't exhausting because the author doesn't add twists and turns just for the sake of it. The truth can be staring the reader right in the face, but they won't know.

Nothing was as it seemed; everybody seemed to be playing a game or getting played by someone else. It seemed nobody was winning except death, with bodies piling up alarmingly and the threat of more deaths around the corner. I found it interesting how Monica Wearing went from sophisticated and deadly to a poor, frightened woman. A similar drastic change happened in James, as he slowly changed from the wild, irresponsible playboy to something else, something more chilling.

I enjoyed this book. I look forward to reading the other books by the author featuring the main character. There was nothing I disliked, and the book was exceptionally edited. Therefore, I'd rate it 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it to people who love small-town murder mysteries.

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[Conshelle Dwight William]

In The Tainted Jade by Richard Blaine delivers a classic murder mystery vibe, reminiscent of old detective movies. The scenes are vivid, with a smooth flow that evokes the feeling of watching a captivating film. The main character's perceptiveness adds depth, offering surprises without unnecessary twists.

[Aleena Augustine]

This review of "The Tainted Jade" intrigued me with its vivid portrayal of the book's atmosphere, likening it to an old murder mystery movie. The detailed scenes and smooth narrative flow described seems intriguing. The recommendation for enthusiasts of small-town murder mysteries adds to my interest in exploring this book. Well-articulated insights!

[Rashad Deniro Price]

I like this statement of yours: "In The Tainted Jade by Richard Blaine, nothing is as it seems." It just gives me the feeling of suspense, of thinking something is like this, only to figure out later that it is the other way around. You've written a wonderful review; thank you for letting me know what to expect from this book. 

[Nwansimdi Mercy Someze]

The book revolves around Michael Garrett, a private detective who finds himself entangled in a complex and dangerous case after being asked to impersonate a mysterious client.

[Aaron Joseph Maupin]

This is a helpful review that provides sufficient information about the book "Share In The Tainted Jade" by Richard Blaine. It is likely to motivate others to buy the book as it highlights the engaging storyline, well-developed characters, and the feeling of watching a movie. The reviewer rates it 5 out of 5 stars and recommends it as a good addition to anyone's library, particularly for fans of small-town murder mysteries.

[Donaking]

The review above gives a positive impression of the book "Share In The Tainted Jade" by Richard Blaine. The reviewer highlights the engaging plot, well-developed characters, and the book's ability to keep the reader's mind stimulated without becoming exhausting. The vivid scenes and smooth flow contribute to the feeling of watching a movie. Overall, the reviewer rates it 5 out of 5 stars and recommends it to fans of small-town murder mysteries.