A Review of Sue Grafton’s Kinsey and Me
Kinsey
and Me is more than a collection of short stories. There are nine remarkable short stories
about Kinsey Millhone that include the elements which make Sue Grafton’s novels
so memorable — well defined characters, ingenious plots, a likeable heroine,
credible writing about the time and setting, and a sense of humor that sneaks
up on the reader. The author
includes her thoughts on short stories, hard-boiled private investigators and
other aspects of writing.
My personal favorite among the
short stories is, “Long Gone,” which I read when it was published in P I Files. Apparently it was first
published in Redbook.
To me Sue Grafton proved her
bravery by blogging about her current work as she was writing it. Even more courageous is that in Kinsey and Me Sue Grafton shares
thirteen stories written after her mother’s death as part of coming to terms with
her grief.
I have admired Sue Grafton’s
writing for quite some time. I am
a fan. With Kinsey and Me I can
honestly say that I admire Sue Grafton herself.
Nice review, Warren. I'll have to get this book. I didn't know she had a collection of short stories, too.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know either. Creating and reading shorts are favorite pastimes for me. Thanks for letting us know, Warren. I'll put it on my list.
ReplyDeleteI did not know about Sue Grafton's other work - and I definitely want to check out the blog posts.
ReplyDeleteI still remember how blown away I was by A IS FOR ALIBI. She is a treasure.
Thanks, Warren.
I picked up a copy of this book at the SC Book Festival and haven't had a chance to read it yet, but am looking forward to it. Thanks for the insightful review, Warren. Great news about what I have to look forward to!
ReplyDeleteGlad to read your review, Warren. I'm also a Grafton fan for the reasons you mention and look forward to reading this book.
ReplyDeleteNice review, Warren. I wasn't aware of this Grafton book. Will have to get it since I love her work. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteSue Grafton is a pro. There is no other word. Not only that, she has been evolving in her style. She deserves the Mystery-Writer's Medal of Honor, if she already doesn't have a lifetime award.
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