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Peter Riva

Auteur de The Path

5 oeuvres 38 utilisateurs 11 critiques

Œuvres de Peter Riva

The Path (2015) 13 exemplaires
Murder on Safari: A Thriller (2015) 8 exemplaires
Kidnapped on Safari: A Thriller (2020) 6 exemplaires
The Berlin Package: A Thriller (2016) 5 exemplaires

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Murder on Safari is a unique mystery read with in depth descriptions.

I didn't find this book matched well with me as a reader, but the book is still incredible. Peter Riva creates an amazing tale woven in this novel that is full of mystery in Africa.

For me, I couldn't get into the writing style. Peter Riva paints the story well with his words, but we just didn't mash well. I'd highly recommend this novel if you love a good mystery or tales surrounding another country, but I don't think I'll be rereading this novel.

The pacing builds as the story goes on, becoming more and more intriguing as each page passes. Slowly, the details and mystery unravels to create an epic ending that will leave you breathless. If you pay attention well, you can connect the clues by the end of the story. But, if you'd rather just follow along and have fun, it's easy to get lost in this story that way as well.

Pero and Mbuno are well developed characters who work well together. Some of the best comedic lines come from this duo! You'll find yourself growing to love these characters as each page passes by. Also, the introduction of the other characters felt like it flowed well with the story as well. I didn't find any of these characters were forced into the narrative.

The setting of Africa was truly breathtaking. I'm not sure how accurate it is (since I haven't been there) but it felt real. Other authors could easily learn from Peter Riva's talents in description of a location. At times, I felt it was almost TOO descriptive, but if you like that sort of writing this book might be for you!

Overall, this book wasn't for me. I think it is an incredible read that should find it's way onto more shelves. I would recommend this book if you are a fan of mysteries, love good quality in descriptions, or are looking for a book that is out of the ordinary (in a good way, of course!).

Two out of five stars.

I received a free copy of this book from Goodreads First Reads.
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Briars_Reviews | 4 autres critiques | Aug 4, 2023 |
This is my first book introduction to this series. You know how the saying goes "first impressions are very important". Well, you can say that I hit it off very nicely with this book. I enjoyed it so much that I want to go back and read the first two novels.

Instantly, I was transported to the landscape of East Africa. Mbuno and Pero are both engaging characters. Yet, they are not the only engaging characters. All of the rest of the characters are just as enjoyable. Between the combination of the characters and the landscape, this was a good book. There was the right amount of action as well.

The title of this book is appropriate as I was "kidnapped" on a safari reading journey within the pages of this book!
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Cherylk | 1 autre critique | Jan 5, 2020 |
People select a book for a variety of reasons, mine being, I was aware Peter Riva's done documentaries and soon learned this book was the third book in the Mbuno/Pero series.

What I love most about this read is the Riva gives us a map and uses his gift of prose to recreate a situation.

This is is an impressive thriller! I'm transported to a mysterious place that feels authentic and I lose myself in the scene and language.

A group including protagonist Mbuno and Pero are along the shore of Lake Rudolf in northern Kenya on a filming project involving spearfishing and I soon learn Mbuno's adopted son/nephew, Ube, who is a guide, disappears while on Safari in a wildlife park in Tanzania.

Mbuno and Pero improvise and create a search and rescue mission which is a feat in itself.

I found my heart pounding in anticipation of their quest and appreciate how they use digital images to figure out why Ube was kidnapped.

Their mission was not without troubles. And, in an area filled with wildlife and known for hunting, we learn of honor.

I received this advance reading copy from FSB Associates.
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LorisBook | 1 autre critique | Dec 19, 2019 |
Book Tour: The Berlin Package by Peter Riva Pero asked for a filming job and wants to get back in the saddle after what happen the last time. He asks that we work with Heep. He got his wish.On the plane with Ambassador. He figures out a plane problem. He was on his way to Berlin when it occurs. Once Pero lands at the airport he gets a mysterious package.CIA and the State Department want him to read a packet. He did not get a packet. Now he is in a job he does not want. He got to protect his friends and family and now a movie star.A station is missing and someone is after Peru and his crew and want the package delivered to him. Pero want to find out why they want it and what they might want to do with it.Peter Riva does it once again that you want to turn the pages until you find out. Every page is an adventure as you turn the page. You wonder if Pero and his friends will survive or end up dead. Can Pero and Mubro and his new and old friends help rescued Heep and a film star?… (plus d'informations)
 
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Lindz2012 | Jun 12, 2016 |

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Œuvres
5
Membres
38
Popularité
#383,442
Évaluation
4.1
Critiques
11
ISBN
10