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Summary: Loved It
Review: The Deeds of the Disturber finds the Peabody Emersons returning home to England so that Emerson can finish his book, but it's not long before they are embroiled in yet another mystery. The mystery here is interesting enough, but Amelia and Emerson belong in the hot sands of Egypt, not foggy, damp London. The book shines a light on the character of O'Connell, a wily, Irish (if not a bit stereotypical) newspaperman and introduces us to the newspaperwoman Miss Minton. Both are great characters that drive the plot. There is also the introduction of a woman from Emerson's past, which creates an interesting subplot of jealousy for Amelia. Also introduced in this book are Amelia's nephew and niece: Percy and "dear" Violet. Both are necessary, but extremely obnoxious, characters that bedevil Ramses and reduce him in the eyes of his parents. This whole storyline is the main reason I've lowered my rating to 4 stars. Amelia's treatment of her only son borders on abuse and it just spoils an otherwise good book. Don't let that stop you from reading The Deeds of the Disturber, though. The mystery is good, and different, and you'll find yourself well invested in the plot and characters - even the annoying characters.
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Summary: Good, But Not As Good As The Other Books
Review: The Deeds of the Disturber finds the Peabody Emersons returning home to England so that Emerson can finish his book, but it's not long before they are embroiled in yet another mystery. The mystery here is interesting enough, but Amelia and Emerson belong in the hot sands of Egypt, not foggy, damp London. The book shines a light on the character of O'Connell, a wily, Irish (if not a bit stereotypical) newspaperman and introduces us to the newspaperwoman Miss Minton. Both are great characters that drive the plot. There is also the introduction of a woman from Emerson's past, which creates an interesting subplot of jealousy for Amelia. Also introduced in this book are Amelia's nephew and niece: Percy and "dear" Violet. Both are necessary, but extremely obnoxious, characters that bedevil Ramses and reduce him in the eyes of his parents. This whole storyline is the main reason I've lowered my rating to 4 stars. Amelia's treatment of her only son borders on abuse and it just spoils an otherwise good book. Don't let that stop you from reading The Deeds of the Disturber, though. The mystery is good, and different, and you'll find yourself well invested in the plot and characters - even the annoying characters.
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Summary: A fine read - enjoyable and amusing
Review: The Deeds of the Disturber is one in a series of books about Amelia Peabody Emerson. This is perhaps one of the best mystery series I have ever read. Each one of the books has romance, mystery, adventure and education about other cultures. This particular book, unlike most of the others, takes place strictly in England. Although there is not a profound emphasis on Egypt, the presence of the mummy keeps the book right in line. I enjoyed the different adventures of the individual family members and the personal touches that make the characters so real (i.e., the annoying brother and his even more annoying children). I would recommend this book to any reader.
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Summary: One of MPM's best
Review: The Deeds of the Disturber is one of the best books in the Amelia Peabody series. Not only is it absolutely hilarious, it marks the debut of a pivotal character (Percy Peabody) who later wreaks havok in the Emersons' lives.The Deeds of the Disturber is a respectful tribute to Wilkie Collins and The Moonstone; MPM gives Collins' Inspector Cuff a new lease on life. This volume is the last "pre-Nefret" book; the tenor and character content of the series changes dramatically in subsequent books. The Deeds of the Disturber is well worth the read, and is one of the few books that actually makes me laugh out loud.
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Summary: One of MPM's best
Review: The Deeds of the Disturber is one of the best books in the Amelia Peabody series. Not only is it absolutely hilarious, it marks the debut of a pivotal character (Percy Peabody) who later wreaks havok in the Emersons' lives. The Deeds of the Disturber is a respectful tribute to Wilkie Collins and The Moonstone; MPM gives Collins' Inspector Cuff a new lease on life. This volume is the last "pre-Nefret" book; the tenor and character content of the series changes dramatically in subsequent books. The Deeds of the Disturber is well worth the read, and is one of the few books that actually makes me laugh out loud.
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Summary: A suspensful change of setting
Review: This book was indeed a nice change of setting. I'm working my way through the series in order, and after Lion in the Valley (which I enjoyed) I was nevertheless a little tired of sand, Egypt, superstitious villagers, and all that. But Deeds of the Disturber's setting (London) and new characters (including Peabody's--um--"delightful" niece and nephew) really perked up this entry. Also, I found this a significantly darker book than its predecessors--it's never really gloom and doom (this is an Amelia Peabody mystery, after all!) but there's a sense of tragedy around several of the characters that seems more real and more sad than in the previous books. Too, Ramses continues to be the most disastrously endearing child in fiction. I also was pleased to see that, after the events at the end of Lion of the Valley, the tables are turned a bit in this novel. Speaking of Lion of the Valley--in that novel I found Peabody to be insufferably, arrogantly smug. The author, I think, got rather carried away in that one (Peabody is smug, Emerson is angry, Ramses is long-winded, end of story). In Deeds of the Disturber, the characterization is much better: Peabody, especially, is back to her highly intelligent but essentially admirable self. My only real complaint about this book is that "de cat Bastet" is present so briefly!
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Summary: Pure fun with poor subplot
Review: Wow! this book takes me back! The Emersons are so much younger in this book. I almost forgot that I even read this. I loved Ramses when he was a child! I miss his long winded speeches. I love how Amelia just goes looking for trouble. Some things never change. I hope we all can enjoy the Amelia series for years to come.
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Summary: Deeds of the Disturber
Review: Wow! this book takes me back! The Emersons are so much younger in this book. I almost forgot that I even read this. I loved Ramses when he was a child! I miss his long winded speeches. I love how Amelia just goes looking for trouble. Some things never change. I hope we all can enjoy the Amelia series for years to come.
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