Review of Shakespeare's Table

[Laney K]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Shakespeare's Table" by Howard Gimple.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Jordan is having a terrible time. Her department is slated to be cut due to budget constraints. There is a glimmer of hope when an artifact, a table that belonged to Shakespeare, is to be donated to the Special Collections library, which is a sure way to keep her department. However, the professor who was going to make the donation ended up with his severed head on a spike outside of Jordan's office. It is up to Jordan to help find the artifact that can save her department. She also must prove her innocence as she is a person of interest in the murder investigation. Read all about it in Shakespeare's Table by Howard Gimple.

I appreciated the flow of the story. As the murder mystery progressed, different characters began to look more or less guilty as new facts were uncovered. After reaching the conclusion of the book, I can say that I was still slightly surprised. However, Gimple did an excellent job of weaving clues throughout the book. I always enjoy it when I can look back and see how the ending fits in with events throughout the book. The clues all fell into place nicely.

I did feel as though the characterization was a little lacking at points. There was a big reveal about one of the characters later in the book, and I felt as though it could have been a big, emotional moment, but it got lost in the unrelenting pace of the novel. However, this is not a major issue. I was still able to connect with the characters, just not as much as I might have liked.

I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. The book did have a few minor errors, though they were not enough to detract from my reading experience. I also did not feel as though my minor dislike was enough to warrant taking off a star. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Shakespeare's Table. There are a few depictions of violence and strong language that may turn away sensitive readers. It is best suited for those who enjoy murder mysteries or are passionate about Shakespeare.

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[NetMassimo]

A murder mystery with different suspects can be intriguing, and this one seems well-constructed, so readers keep engaged until the end to discover the truth.Thank you for your great review!

[Rebecca De Figueiredo]

Thank you for the informative review. It gives me the feel, tone and summary of the story nicely. The book is one of those types that I really enjoy… with groundings in history and fact. Judging from the first few pages it is very very inviting.

[Nazma P]

Murder mystery novels are my favorite kind of read. This sounds like an wonderful and interesting one. With Jordan's crisis to save her department and the murder intertwined together is really intriguing. Thanks for the free copy. Looking forward to dive into the book.

[Amy Luman]

I feel for Jordan. She seems to have a lot to worry about as well as solving a mystery. Congratulations on BOTD!

[Nerea]

I love crime thriller stories because they inflame the desire to want to uncover the series of mystery incorporated in the story. I find Jordan's story to be intriguing and unique. Did she ever find redemption? I will read the book to find out.

[Rupali Mishra]

Congrats on BOTD!
There is a lot of intrigue in the way the murder and Jordan's crisis to save her department are connected. Having multiple suspects in a murder mystery may be fascinating, and this one appears to be well-written. In order to learn the facts and hints, readers must remain interested until the very end.

[Seetha E]

I read a few pages and found the writing vivid, allowing readers to envision the scenes unfolding. The intriguing narrative and sufficient characters assure a fun and fulfilling read. Putting it on my list of things to read.
Thank you for the insightful review.

[Lauren Stjohn]

Oh my, so intrigued to read a murder mystery. The most skillful writers are those that weave subtle clues into the plot. Beautiful and great example of the character development in the ma N review. Thank you

[Sanju Lali]

A Shakespeare's type of story can be found in the murder mystery book "Shakespeare's Table" by Howard Gimple. The story follows an artifact, a table which belonged to Shakespeare.

[Leen282]

Murder mystery, perfect for the upcoming vacation. Even better when the story is woven around elements regarding Shakespeare. It'll be a pleasure trying to understand the clues throughout the novel, and curious to find out if I will also be slightly surprised when reading the conclusion.

[Magdalyne chebet]

"Shakespeare’s Table" intrigues me with its mix of literary mystery and suspense. A lost artifact, a shocking murder, and a desperate fight to save a department—Jordan’s journey sounds thrilling. I’m eager to uncover the clues and see how it all unfolds! Congrats BOTD!

[kashala]

It will be wonderful to read this book. Jordan seems to be the most interesting character in the book. Thanks for this lovely review.

[Kibet Hillary]

The premise of the story is, undoubtedly, interesting; from a donation that was expected to save a whole department to the donor being killed and Jordan being one of the suspects, and I am glad that all the pieces fell into place nicely. The book is on my shelf.
Many thanks for the amazing review, @Laney K.

[Erin Maddox McPhee]

I love murder mystery novels, and the inclusion of Shakespeare in an academic setting is really interesting to me. I look forward to reading the book!