this is the first book ive read that uses COVID as a plot. and because it takes place in the city that i live, i was worried it would be too meta for me. i also thought it would feel gimmicky reading about something that only just started a year ago and is still ongoing. like, how can an author write something so quickly and relevant and be good quality?
well, all of those worries were completely unfounded. this is riveting story of first encounters, hidden secrets, and confined spaces. i really liked the jumps between the past and the present and the way the 56 days unfold. i thought the unravelling of information is done very well and the reveals always kept me on my toes. i also adored the sneaky references to CRHs other book, ‘the nothing man.’ and her authors note at the end does a great job at tying everything together - i think many readers will enjoy her take on COVID lockdowns.
so shame on me for initially doubting CRH. she has once again proved why shes one of my favourite crime/mystery authors.
well, all of those worries were completely unfounded. this is riveting story of first encounters, hidden secrets, and confined spaces. i really liked the jumps between the past and the present and the way the 56 days unfold. i thought the unravelling of information is done very well and the reveals always kept me on my toes. i also adored the sneaky references to CRHs other book, ‘the nothing man.’ and her authors note at the end does a great job at tying everything together - i think many readers will enjoy her take on COVID lockdowns.
so shame on me for initially doubting CRH. she has once again proved why shes one of my favourite crime/mystery authors.