Ten Years Gone (Adam Lapid Mysteries) (Volume 1)

I always enjoy a good historical mystery and this book did not disappoint. Not only does the author take you through twists and turns of who might have had a motive, he also gives the reader a small insight into the aftermath of the Holocaust as well as the British Mandate and the subsequent rebirth of an independent Israel.

I bought the first Adam Lapid book because the time and location were intriguing. I read all four books in three days. Adam is a good man, but dangerous. I would like him on my side, but not as my friend. Adam's experiences have shaped him and he survives in spite of them. He's a strong man. I respect him greatly, but would find it difficult to like him. I want to see how he does, if he will Find peace no matter how many more books about him I need to read. I care about this man.

The Private Investigator in this story is a man who has survived the Holocaust, and as a result is a very damaged man, but he is still a good man in many ways. The author does a brilliant job bringing out the character of Adam Lapid, the PI, by showing you his actions interspersed with glimpses of his thoughts as Adam narrates this story. The plot is excellent, but the writing is even better. Everybody is flawed but few of the characters are so flawed that I didn't care what happened to them. One of the best written books out of the thousands of books that I have read.

It is a very dark story about a very dark time, but not gratuitously so. The descriptions of violence were not extremely graphic even though there are some very brutal incidents that occur. Enough detail that you can understand what happened, and if you are squeamish about violence I would not recommend this book. But the author gives more detailed descriptions of the food Adam Lapid eats than of the fights Adam survives, matching the significance Adam Lapid places on both types of events in his life. For someone like Adam Lapid who has seen the men around him dying of starvation, each meal is still an event that he cannot take for granted. A fist fight or even a knifing or a shooting is just something to survive as well as possible. That is typical of what sets this story apart from the ordinary.

Unforgettable!

Well developed characters with complex plot and flawed, though admirable protagonist. One of the better semi-historical novels I have read, I was impressed with the author’s writing style and authenticity of the period. Much research obviously went into the crafting of this work. The setting in newly formed country of Israel was one I had not encountered before, but the author’s descriptions of the streets, buses, buildings, shops and politics of the era made the book even more real. The time frame was also an integral part of the narrative. The intricate twists and turns made for a real page turner with no dead spots that I highly recommend.

This story is woven so intricately, it moves along quickly and it's a very interesting subject matter. I think this author is a genius, he's extraordinarily skilled at writing. I tend to critique the books' writers as I'm reading them and this author's writing is, to me, flawless. There were no extraneous parts of the book where it was slow reading, it moves along so quickly it's hard to put down and you look forward to picking it back up and reading it again. It is historical fiction, crime/detective genre which is what I generally read. All four of his books are excellent and I can't wait until he puts out the next one. I'm very disappointed to have reached the end of the 4th book. I highly recommend all this books. This was excellent but it's really hard to choose because they are all fantastic!! If you like this genre, you'll love this!

Loved reading this novel. It’s different from other WW2 books I have read and I really liked the style of writing. The descriptions are fantastic! You are there, present. I only have one complaint. Lol. There were so many different people being introduced, it was a bit hard for me to follow along in some places and remember who was who and who did what. But hey, I am not an experienced reader, so that explains it perhaps? Five most deserved stars nonetheless! Other than that last rant, this book was enjoyable and this is a talented, natural writer!

This is an interesting noir procedural with exceptionally good character development.
It takes place in Israel quite soon after Independence and the character's attitudes are fascinating.
The plot was intricate and twisty and the ending unexpected.
Let me recommend it.

The most beautifully written book. I could not put this book down. The characters went through so much tragedy,. Adam became my friend I wished I'd known him. Each of the characters came alive, they were believable, and triumphant it what they came through in their life.

Started off slow but after the first few pages was difficult to put down until I finished the book. The author weaves a great investigative story around what might first appear to be ordinary characters among the pre and post world war politics of his day. And what you get from this book is that no human being's story is ever ordinary, and there's more even to a cleaning lady than meets the eye! Masterfully woven!

This book is a page turner. There are twists and turns in the plot that made me think I knew how the story was going, only to discover I was wrong. It kept me guessing until the end. Adam Lapid is a fascinating character, well developed and complex. I look forward to reading more Adam Lapid mysteries.

Undoubtedly one of the best WWII works of fiction I’ve ever read. I rarely read books that are depressing and the murders of Esther and Willie we about as gruesome as I can handle, I could put it down. There were so many twists and turns that held my attention to the end. Highly recommend this book.

Loved it! Dunsky did an excellent job of connecting me to the characters; making me invest in them. Lots of twists and turns. I'm so often disappointed and figure out the ending to most books. This one kept me guessing till almost the very end. I will definitely read more by him!

Splendid read! You will fall in love with the characters. Have read all his books can’t wait for the next. If love Armand from Louise Penny and Gabriel from Daniel Silva you will love all these books. Do read in order

Loved reading this novel. It’s different from other WW2 books I have read and I really liked the style of writing. The descriptions are fantastic! You are there, present. I only have one complaint. Lol. There were so many different people being introduced, it was a bit hard for me to follow along in some places and remember who was who and who did what. But hey, I am not an experienced reader, so that explains it perhaps? Five most deserved stars nonetheless! Other than that last rant, this book was enjoyable and this is a talented, natural writer!

This is an extraordinary story filled with descriptions of what the Jewish people endured as they established a homeland. The toughness of the Irgun was skillfully worked into the story of an ex policeman who became a PI after losing his family in the holocaust. He undertook a case which was a ten year old murder of a woman and a child. All the twists and turns this investigation revealed made for a very interesting and page turning story. I'm on my way now to get the other three books written with this unforgettable PI as protagonist. Great reading! Thanks.

I just read this historical novel. I don't usually go for this particular genre, however since I am Jewish i decided to read it. I'm so glad I did. The plot and characters are real. Who is to say that this plot couldn't have happened in real life. Just thinking of what the holocaust did to the spirit of those who survived. Some like Henretta never gave up, Adam became a hero that doesn't like the fame becomes a loner. That's just two of the characters. Amazing story. Thank you Jonathan Dunsky

This is an interesting noir procedural with exceptionally good character development.
It takes place in Israel quite soon after Independence and the character's attitudes are fascinating.
The plot was intricate and twisty and the ending unexpected.
Let me recommend it.

The most beautifully written book. I could not put this book down. The characters went through so much tragedy,. Adam became my friend I wished I'd known him. Each of the characters came alive, they were believable, and triumphant it what they came through in their life.

This is a very compelling read. The historical backdrop gives the reader an idea of what Israel was like after the 2nd World War and the way the young country dealt with those who survived in Europe and those who had been long time inhabitants. Not always seamless. Conflicts among political parties, rationing, threats from outside set the stage for a mystery which is well thought out, completely plausible and overwhelmingly sad. The Holocaust casts its shadow over everything. I look forward to the rest of the series.

Started off slow but after the first few pages was difficult to put down until I finished the book. The author weaves a great investigative story around what might first appear to be ordinary characters among the pre and post world war politics of his day. And what you get from this book is that no human being's story is ever ordinary, and there's more even to a cleaning lady than meets the eye! Masterfully woven!

Generally not my style of fiction but for some unknown reason I downloaded this novel. I had read just a few pages before I was hooked. In my mind the author created the collective angst of the new Israel with a great plot, diverse believable characters and blended them with a well researched time in the formative years of Israel. I recommend this book.

This is a superbly written, wonderful book. I read a lot of mysteries and this might be the best. I will find and read everything he has written. Please do the same. You won't be disappointed. I don't know this man but wish I did. Fascinating.

This is a compelling story--I learned a great deal about the early days of Israel, a time when the country was struggling to get on its feet, and deal with the tragedy of the past decade. I felt a strong connection to the protagonist, Adam Lapid, a complex, interesting, at times dark hero. Once I started reading this book, I just had to keep going until I finished it. I read tons of mysteries and thrillers, but I was taken by surprise by the ending. I just ordered the second book in the series.

Really enjoyed this book, much more than the usual detective story. You want this man, survivor of the Death Camps in Polands WWII chaos, to find some sort of peace, you feel his guilt for surviving, and you have hope for him. Very well written, good plot, will read authors' other books because I like his style.

excellent. well written. dynamic. this book was recommended and totally worth it. draws you in from the first line and holds you til the last word. well researched in a time period i love, drawing the reader to the anomie of Post WWII world with all the color and soul i have found in Remarque. Well worth the read. i am voracious and sort of like the bookseller in the book who READS everything though in this day and age of people only reading People , i would brag that i have read 1,000s of books in my lifetime. it is a passion. btw, i did not put the book down til i finished. at my age, i can do this. (less)

Not what I expected at all but way worthwhile. This is a stunning mystery that takes place in Israel right after the end of WWII. The main protagonist is a death camp survivor with his own demons. He works on a 10 year old murderer. Great characters and a terrific read. Highly recommended