Kill [redacted] took my breath away with its intensity and authenticity. It is hard to believe that it is a debut novel; the prose is confident and accomplished and the plot is cleverly drawn, using several storylines that subtly shift between time frames and carefully come together to create a powerful and poignant ending. The main character, Michael, is complex and compelling and his emotionally charged intellectual musings and personal interactions are dark and disturbing. This book is unlike anything I have read before and it has certainly left a lasting impression on me. I am very much looking forward to the author's next book, although I feel Kill [redacted] is going to be a hard act to follow.