A very interesting character
934929
Ms. Kosteniuk is a very interesting and complex person. When I read this book, I wasn't sure if she's promoting herself or chess. There're also misleading facts. She didn't become a GM at 14. She became a WGM at 14 which is a big difference. This is the sort of things that make people angry. Overall, it's an interesting book.
4545359
I enjoyed the character growth in this story, as well as snippets of history and some aspects of other cultures. The point-of-view character was quite believable, and his experiences made a good story. I recommend it.
3006537
I enjoyed getting to know this character in this style of development woven through the case.  I look forward to reading the next book
4389922
I really enjoyed this book and look forward to more with this character. I think the author can do a lot with her and will enjoy seeing where she takes her. The other characters are also interesting and likable. I found the storyline intriguing without the unneeded red herrings some authors throw in.
3222207
This is a very good novel.  It's easy to pick out someone whom I know who fits all of these characters.  The novel is very thought provoking.
1629799
This book is very character-driven. All of the characters are interesting, but none more so than the two at the center of the story: Elsa and her grandmother. In fact, both made my list of favorite literary characters. But I don't mean to diminish the story, which is beautifully constructed and very funny.

Though I can't state the basis for this comparison, Elsa reminded me of Owen Meany and the book reminded me a bit of A Prayer for Owen Meany.
581764
The character are well it together which makes the book enjoyable and hard to put down once you are in to it.
3836743
The death of the Archbishop of York's ward is the motive for one-eyed Owen Archer, former Captain of Archers under the Duke of Lancaster, to be sent to investigate.  Excellent portrayal of medieval York during the reign of Edward III.  Lucie Wilton, the apothecary's wife and apprentice, is one of several suspects in a case that turns out to be much more twisted than either Owen or the Archbishop expected, reaching back into the past of a number of characters, at least one of which is not about to allow any light to be shed on the subject of the mysterious deaths in the abbey infirmary.
Owen is an engaging character, torn between his cocky self assurance and his doubts about his future since the loss of his eye.  Lucie is a feisty, opinionated, independent woman who is not willing to be ordered by men with even the best intentions.  The reversal of roles, where Owen is the apprentice to Lucie, is quite delightful.
3040131
I really liked the character, the flow was good the action believable and the characters have depth.  Battles, personal conflicts, and good plot.
3482908
Esmeralda is an interesting character. She's part of small town life and her character is special. She's rather pushy, but means no harm. She's worth following through the next 2 books.
4879845
Very good story.  I have not read the series that introduced this character but did not feel a lack of knowledge.  I did read this in one evening, so it kept my interest.  Not sure if I will continue with this series, but I really did enjoy this book.
3519543
I wasn't sure I was going to like this character because Sydney Rose Parnell is a pretty unusual detective/cop, and the action turns a bit violent at times, but Nickless has created a quite intriguing person with an unusual background for a female lead, lots of personal issues to sort out, some amazing physical skills, and someone you end up rooting for. I'm looking forward to the next book.
1677942
Leonid McGill is a nice character to read about.  Walter Mosley tells a great story and develops a real, imperfect character in Leonid McGill.  I look forward to reading more about him in the future.
2209608
I was happy to find a new author who wrote about very interesting characters.  I've read the first two books in the series and I'm looking forward to the third in the series.
2145438
It's fascinating to follow the character's struggles and problem solving process.  He doesn't try to solve everything at once; he doesn't get overwhelmed when faced with a difficult; he continues to try to solve what he can, when he can.
3859252
Dr Lee is an interesting and unique character reluctantly drawn into a bizarre case.  There is great description of the many action scenes and a nice romantic side story.  I look forward to reading the next book.
4077722
Jefferson Tayte is an interesting character, although it took me a while to warm up.  The characterization is very good.