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" EASILY, one of my favorites in the last several years. The antagonist is named "Legion." He easily put chill bumps on my body. "

" I was going to write a review but the Barnes & Nobles' review pretty much sums up everything I wanted to say, so just read that review. "

" Really good book and excellent set of characters. I'm amazed that Burke can continue to create such novels. "

" Burke writes so well that even rereading his novels is a pleasure. Dave Robicheaux is a troubled but honorable man who also happens to be a Police Detective in New Iberia, LA. He is violent, has VietNam War flashbacks in his sleep, and is a 'recovering' addict. In this novel a woman is brutally murdered. She is a Prostitute and addict and Dave is determined to find the murderer and get him/her off the streets. He is beaten by an antagonist known as Legion, who is simply frightening to everyone and as a result is back on 'pill' use. The story is complex and yet surprisingly lyrical (but no surprise to Burke fans). It is worth reading at least once, if not more. "

" This was my second time reading this book and I loved it even more. Burke may be one of the best writers in America and this may be one of his best books. Dark, gothic and fascinating with a cast of characters impossible to imagine and yet entirely believable. Brilliant book. "

" This was the first James Lee Burke book I read. The title I chose was dictated by the books available at the local bookstore which houses both new and used books. I am hooked. His books will be my new obsession for a while. "

" Every James Lee Burke novel displays his lyrical power. In each, the main characters are at once well fleshed out and mystical. Reverence for the natural world competes with the feeling that destruction is on the way and it's just a matter of time until all things beautiful pass from sight. This particular novel is all that to the nth power. I love the writing, the plot and Burke's larger than life characters. Legion Guidry makes me shiver and I'm not sure if it's at his corrupted and horrifying soul or if it's at the beauty of the language Burke uses to create him. This is a masterwork, I believe. "

" I liked the Catholic imagery. It's a four star genre book, no point in taking away a star because it's not great lit. "

" Too much gratuitous sex and not enough suspense. Over-the-top descriptive writing. "

" I will have to revisit Louisiana and check out the area that Burke writes about. I have really enjoyed these Robicheaux books, even if I have been skipping around. "

" I didn't enjoy this book as much as the last one in the series. Probably I should have read another author in between! "

" Love, love, love the Dave Robicheaux books! Burke is now on my short list of favorite authors. "

" This was good. I like this author and will read anything he has written. "

" This book has a good story line but I didn't care for Louisiana slang that invades the entire book. "

" Dave Robicheaux once more and very good. "

" Not bad. Entertaining, but not very tight in its presentation. A lot of characters to keep up with and a lot of backstory to keep track of. But, all in all a fairly quick read and entertaining. "

" Possibly his best. Completely drained after reading this. Burke has a way of taking you inside his characters. You experience both their demons and redemptions. "

" I'll definitely have to check out more of James Lee. Such poetic descriptions, such awesome characters, such intricate mysteries. This was a deeply satisfying read. "

" 3 1/2 Stars - Good book...well written. I enjoyed all of the very southern characters and colloquial language. "

" another good Burke read. The guy can spin a yarn. "

" Haunting, delving into human frailty, sexual excess, the supernatural, violence, madness, and the existence of pure evil incarnate. "

" The water around Bayou Teche still smells like spawning fish. But not as often in this episode. "

" This was the book that introduced me to James Lee Burke and Dave Robicheaux and I've been hooked ever since. It's still my favorite. "

" I love Burke's books no matter what. This one has the most evil bad guy yet. You will _never_ want to meet "Legion". Never. "

" One of my favorite authors. The violence is authentic to the characters. "

" Enjoy this series and listened to most while travelig to Mexico "

" Burke's characters and his description of the Louisiana region and culture are great. His writing makes you feel you are there. "

" This author was recommended to me by a friend. However, I don't think I'll read any more books by this author. There was too much sex and fighting and not enough detective thinking and suspense. Lots of descriptive writing, but it didn't add to the excitement in reading the book. "

" Complicated Robicheaux mystery concerning T. Bobby Huley, Perry LaSalle, Marvin Oates and Joe Sroksky (Cleat almost got killed and Alafair went off to college) "

" Very good read - you can feel the heat and see the conflict in this southern story. "

" He's my favorite author. Read a Burke book and your in a dark theater by yourself surrounded and engulfed by his images. I've read them all but can only do so once every 3-4 months because in the end they are their message about the human condition is not hopeful. "

" The audio book begins with a version of the song Jolie Blon'. The date of reading/listening is approximate. "

" This book has a good story line but I didn't care for Louisiana slang that invades the entire book. "

" For James Lee Burke and the Dave Robicheaux novels, it gets no better than this. The eerie tone of the book is unrelenting, and the antagonist, Legion Guidry, is one that will stick with you forever. You'll never forget him... or the final scene. "

" Haunting, delving into human frailty, sexual excess, the supernatural, violence, madness, and the existence of pure evil incarnate. "

" An early Burke, with great atmospheric details. "

" One of my favorite authors. The violence is authentic to the characters. "

" Love this author. I always add new words to my vocabulary because of his work. Really like the settings in NO and Lousiana "

" Real good story line, got slow a few times, but still found it interesting. I will have to read another one of his books to see if I really like him or not. Worth the read! "

" Repetitious but a lot of fun, with interesting characters.

Legion is one of those guys you love to hate!!! I couldn't wait to see how he got his! "

" Another good one in the series. Not quite as satisfying. "

" The second to last chapter was awesome. But then the last chapter just fell apart. Regardless, this was a great read. "

" This was my second time reading this book and I loved it even more. Burke may be one of the best writers in America and this may be one of his best books. Dark, gothic and fascinating with a cast of characters impossible to imagine and yet entirely believable. Brilliant book. "

" James Lee Burke is a wonderful writer who obviously loves his Louisiana. The story almost takes 2nd place to his wonderful description of people and environment. "

" I learned a lot about Louisiana. Toward the end I had to finish it. I like the author's vocabulary and writing style. "

" Kind of a weird book for this author that I really like. His descriptions of southern LA are beautifully written. The people are veerrry strange. "