Death in Paradise (Jesse Stone Novels Book 3)

Sexual abuse and domestic violence triggersRobert B. Parker is one of my favorite writers and this Jesse Stone story is excellent. No editing errors, gratuitous violence or drag-you-down drama. There are unanswered questions.Intriguing storyline with several subplots to keep the reader guessing. Descriptive writing that draws the reader into each scene. Realistic procedures, actions and reactions. Believable characters with distinct personalities. Thought-provoking and memorable dialogue. Jesse's conversations with Dix are informative, something one can relate to in everyday life.I will re-read this story and always look forward to works in the Robert B. Parker series.

If there is a problem with this book, it's that it isn't long enough. I started it yesterday morning and finished it tonight. Paradise Police Chief Jesse Stone fights his addiction to alcohol, deals with a domestic abuse problem in his town, and the death of a teenage prostitute that has more dead ends than a bad hair style. The teenager was found floating in the lake where she had been shot execution style and tied to cinderblocks that failed to hold her. Add to that parents that, once found, refuse to admit the girl is their child and will not co-operate with the investigation. This story includes the introduction of a new woman to Jesse's personal life who is aiding the investigation. Easily a 5 star story.

I thought that the.novel.had a lot of good points that it had discovered. Like the fact that young teenage girls.what may be having a personal problems. from family members. However, like some individual revealing some way out. Being sucked in can be a lonely and a.dangerous path they wish they had not taken. This is Jesse Stone finds certain clues that.don't.add up. .And.that is where the suspense.and.intrigue.begin.

Disliked alot the continued counting and recounting of protagonist's battle with alcoholism and relationship with ex wife. Each chapter seems to end with nebulous short dialogues with usually the only woman in the police department. Protagonist also sleeps with just about every woman he meets. For some reason, they are almost all beautiful and inexplicable attracted to him. Ultimately very boring. It's impossible to read this author after reading any Michael Connelly novels.

One could really describe this more as a police procedural rather than a suspense thriller. The writing is good; the characters real. There's a good deal of personal turmoil and issues, particularly with Jessie, than any suspense drama.Don't look for any twists or big, unpredictable surprises. There aren't any. The novel's content is very close to it's predecessor in book #2.Jessie stuggles with his drinking problem and Mr. Parker likes to, on a continual basis, relate Jessie's sexual conquests, washed up baseball career. and divorce. One issue he can't let go of isex-wife Jenn, who is in a good part of the story. The see-saw between them hasn't really changed since the previous book. Jenn's large presence in Stone novels has worn very thin. She's an annoyance.Imagine the small town scene and cast of Paradise, MA., and keep picturing Tom Selleck in the lead roll. Selleck is perfect for the TV movies of this book series. A fast, entertaining read which just will not rock your world. Subsequent Jessie Stone novels are much better than the earlier ones.

An example of good writing is always my first impression of the author's work. The characters all come to life, even if that life is shortened rather abruptly after entering the scene. Jesse speaks in a simple, uncomplicated manner, which makes him easy to understand. The story moves at a good pace and leaves few of any questions unanswered. One of my favorite authors and one I will continue to read. Gone, but not forgotten.

I like Parker as a writer. Easy on the imagination. But I saw the Tom Selleck movie versions before I read Parker's books. I like Selleck's version of Jesse Stone. I didn't like the Jesse Stone in the books. So far as I'm concerned, the Jesse Stone in the books deserved Jenn. It is interesting that in the last Jesse Stone book by Parker, his Jesse Stone began to resemble more Selleck's version. I understand that Parker and Selleck were friends. Maybe that's why. Parker died in 2010. Selleck's last movie was in 2012. Probably would have liked Parker's later Jesse Stone books had he survived. Another Selleck Jesse Stone movie will air on 10-18-1015 (tomorrow). I can't wait. Seeing as Selleck's Jesse Stone is my #1 TV mini-series. Unfortunately, Joe the Dog who portrayed Reggie died a couple of years ago. The Jesse Stone movies won't be the same without him. He's an integral part of the show to me.

The main character, Jesse Stone, has many flaws but managed to engage your interest easily.. He has his hard side to his character but also a humorous side as he deals with his people in his small town police department. I believe I would rather read a book with Jesse Stone as the character solving crimes than any other I can bring to mind!

Robert Parker's third book with Jesse Stone as his lead character. This book introduces 2 characters familiar from the TV series with the nun in charge of the home for girls who have runaway from home and Jesse's ex alcoholic therapist. The book weaves together skilfully a tale of child prostitution and murder Jesse once more has a sex interest not love because his ex wife is still on the scene. Once again it is a well written sharp tale with pithy dialogue also the police team of Paradise have a chance to shine which they don't often do in the TV movies. So I look forward to reading the 4th book although I think the storyline of the ex wife who won't let go is beginning to get a bit stretched.

Third in the Jesse Stone series we are familiar with the main protagonists to the point of feeling we almost know them. Another great storyline pulls you into Paradise. Usual humour and great writing style and the author making it even more believable by letting the bad guy face the wrath of his boss. Great touch, and one I would wholeheartedly agree with. I'm getting through this series far to quickly but that's a tribute to the author and not my reading ability! Already have the next in series purchased and will start shortly.Highly recommended series!!

I am currently going through all the Jesse Stone books and can't put them down. They are extremely well written, well-paced, no gratuitous violence or swearing. I've thoroughly enjoyed every one. I'm currently on my 5th book in the series, and will be very sorry when I get to the last one. I've also viewing the Jesse Stone films on TV - excellent. (I'll buy the DVDs for winter viewing). The music is by Jeff Beal so I purchased MP3 version of House of Cards (very similar music) to listen while I'm reading the books. Very atmospheric and it gives the feeling of being right there in Paradise.

I think Death In Paradise is a very good novel which covers a lot of ground. You get eye-glazing descriptions of softball, which I think is a form of baseball but whatever it means nothing to me, an interesting plot - the attempt to identify a murdered teenager and then the killer, a subplot of an alcoholic who wants to hold on to his wife (not Jesse but the comparison is as subtle as a sledgehammer) and, as usual, Jesse's almost unrequited relationship with his ex-wife, Jenn. Through it all Jesse laughs, drinks, fornicates and dishes out his own brand of justice. This is a good read.

Jesse always has the odds against him. I enjoy the somewhat unorthodox methods he deals with "situations" I wonder though, how his relationship with Jennie will turn out. Is he being used? I continue to enjoy the series immensely, especially the dry humour.