Review of Legend

[Olga Markova]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Legend" by Koo Yu.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Legend by Koo Yu is a unique debut novella that blends crime mystery and psychological thriller with a touch of paranormal fantasy. The story unfolds in Normandio, an imaginary town in Northern Europe. James Harris and Zachary Hunter were police officers shot dead on an abandoned construction site. There were no witnesses, but the police accused Zachary Hunter of shooting his fellow officer. Convinced that Zachary was innocent, his sister asked Leon Chase, a billionaire philanthropist with a keen interest in mysteries, for help to clear Zachary’s name. At the same time, Gavin Miles, the Chief Inspector of the Major Crimes Unit, asked Leon to look into this case too. Gavin was not convinced about Zachary’s fault, but once Gavin resumed the investigation, Gavin's superior assigned him to another case. Intrigued, Leon invited his friend, Finn Parker, to join forces in this investigation. Finn Parker, who had accidentally become immortal four thousand years ago, keenly agreed. What will Leon and Finn discover?

Koo Yu’s Legend is of unusually high quality for a debut. It had everything I would expect of a cozy crime story—a crime, a mystery, atmospheric settings, witty sleuths unraveling previously missed clues, and a psychological undercurrent. It was an immersive read I finished in one sitting, thoroughly enjoying every episode. I liked how Finn and Leon reconstructed the crime scene and interviewed the relatives of the victims. I also liked Finn’s ascetic lifestyle and cooking recipes. But most of all, I liked the unexpected and thought-provoking ending and how the weather interplayed with the revelations of the truth. Leon and Finn have joined the ranks of my favorite sleuths, and I will be looking forward to their new investigations.

I disliked nothing in this brilliant work of fiction, so I happily rate it five out of five stars.

I highly recommend this awesome novella to crime mystery and psychological thriller fans.

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[Leslie coccia]

Seems like a fun crime mystery, and great debut, especially because of the inclusion of a character who accidentally had become immortal. A wonderful addition to a bookshelf!

[Williams Jaden]

Legend by Koo Yu is a debut novella blending crime mystery with paranormal elements. In the fictional town of Normandio, two police officers are found dead, and one, Zachary Hunter, is wrongly accused of murder. Leon Chase, a billionaire philanthropist, teams up with Finn Parker, an immortal man, to investigate and clear Zachary's name, uncovering dark secrets along the way.

[NetMassimo]

This novella features an intriguing mix of genres that is used to create a a great psychological thriller with an atmospheric setting and much more. Thank you for your great review!

[Naimah Agboluaje]

Review: The novella "Legend" by Koo Yu seems to be an intriguing and captivating read. The blending of crime mystery, psychological thriller, and paranormal fantasy creates a unique and compelling storyline. The author's ability to immerse the reader in the atmospheric settings and skillfully unravel the mystery is commendable. The characters, particularly sleuths Leon and Finn, seem to be well-developed and engaging. The unexpected and thought-provoking ending adds an additional layer of intrigue to the story. Overall, based on the review, I would rate this book a solid five out of five stars. I am definitely interested in reading "Legend" and discovering the truth behind the crime. Gripping plot, held me spellbound throughout.

[Joe Alex 2]

This novella seems to combine elements of crime, mystery, and psychological intrigue with a unique paranormal twist. The intriguing plot, featuring two detectives, Leon and Finn, with an interesting backstory and a compelling investigation, seems well-crafted with a surprising and thought-provoking ending. The atmospheric setting and attention to detail, especially in the way the characters approach the case, make it sound like a captivating read. Though I haven’t read it yet, I’m interested in picking it up based on the positive review and the intriguing premise.