From the synopsis of this book I thought it would be a fast-paced thriller with an interesting psychological underpinning. However, I really struggled to feel any engagement with either the story or any of the characters, most of whom felt one-dimensional and rather stereotypical. Despite being action-packed, the pacing felt slow and sluggish and, with continual references to previous events and characters in Nora’s life but no clarity about any of them, it soon became clear that this was the second book in a series. If the writing is good it should be possible to read any book in a series as a stand-alone novel but for me this one didn’t work and, very unusually for me, I conceded defeat halfway through because I found it impossible to feel engaged with the story. The author’s first novel, Eyes Like Mine, received rave reviews so it’s possible that anyone who has read that would get more enjoyment from this follow on. It’s just a shame that for anyone who hasn’t there probably isn’t sufficient filling in of the backstory to make for seamless, enjoyable reading. To end on a more positive note, I did enjoy the vivid, evocative descriptions of Detroit!
With thanks to Readers First and Zaffre for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.