This story slowly unfolded as layers were revealed. Rather than having large unexpected plot twists, this one smoothly uncovered information so that the reader generally becomes aware of things slightly before a character, and then has the vantage point of experiencing how the character absorbs the information or situation. The psychological thrills in this book are driven by characters and their responses rather than by riveting bombshells thrown at the reader.
This book has chapters that alternate between the present and 25 years in the past, as well as alternating among the perspective of three different characters. This format really worked and added much to the tension and plot movement. I appreciated the writing style that generally immersed me in the story. There were some references to the British legal system that I was not familiar with that caused some lack of fluidity at times for me. I would give this 4.5 out of 5 stars.
This book has chapters that alternate between the present and 25 years in the past, as well as alternating among the perspective of three different characters. This format really worked and added much to the tension and plot movement. I appreciated the writing style that generally immersed me in the story. There were some references to the British legal system that I was not familiar with that caused some lack of fluidity at times for me. I would give this 4.5 out of 5 stars.