An absolute terrific read that is very hard to put down! Cleverly written from different characters' perspectives, the reader is often wondering which one of the main characters - strong, alexithymic teacher Jenni, or abused fifteen year old school girl Destiny - has the correct view of what is happening . Is Jenni saving Destiny or is Jenni harming Destiny? This makes for an exciting and tense read!
It is a harrowing story because there is violence, the most appalling abuse, death, tragedy, prostitution and sex trafficking at the core of this novel. Do not let that put you off though because it is so tightly plotted and Jenni and Destiny are incredibly vibrant and powerful female protagonists. The pair of them just literally jump off the page at you! And the two will stay with you long after you close the book.
Jenni, who has been in the army but is now discharged, cannot read other people's emotions. She is teaching at a secondary school and becomes concerned about a girl in her class Destiny. Destiny is in care, is very clever, but clearly alone and troubled.
The story revolves around a daring escape and rescue mission. With genuine twists and turns this is one psychological thriller that will stand out heads and shoulders about the rest in its genre.
It is a harrowing story because there is violence, the most appalling abuse, death, tragedy, prostitution and sex trafficking at the core of this novel. Do not let that put you off though because it is so tightly plotted and Jenni and Destiny are incredibly vibrant and powerful female protagonists. The pair of them just literally jump off the page at you! And the two will stay with you long after you close the book.
Jenni, who has been in the army but is now discharged, cannot read other people's emotions. She is teaching at a secondary school and becomes concerned about a girl in her class Destiny. Destiny is in care, is very clever, but clearly alone and troubled.
The story revolves around a daring escape and rescue mission. With genuine twists and turns this is one psychological thriller that will stand out heads and shoulders about the rest in its genre.