Stephen M. Irwin

This novel was a huge surprise for me. I had never heard of Irwin before, much less read one of his novels. I must say, I am VERY glad my local library has finally gotten a copy of this novel, so I can sing its virtues.
Gorgeous prose and an easy "voice" made this novel a real treat to dip into. I was immediately spell-bound, and thirsty for more... And yes, I am a HUGE arachnophobe. It doesn't bother me, reading about so many spiders. I am confused as to why it bothered others as badly.
The minute I got done reading his novel, I wanted to start back over at the beginning yet again. I loved every twisty-turning of the plot, and the characters were believable, true-to-form, and comfortable to hang with. (Weirdly enough, I kept seeing Hugh Grant in the lead male character of Nicholas, because of his dry, sarcastic sense of humor, and sort-of-bumbling ways. But then things got very .....athletic, let's just say. So that stopped. If this ever becomes a movie, it's a thought....I guess...?)



Riveting, haunting, and beautiful. This novel is a must-read. I literally could not wait to get back to it. 5 stars, for a job very well done!… (más)

This is a very good novel, and the audiobook is wonderful. Not to be placed in any one genre, this novel includes quite a few of them, and to great effect. I enjoyed the heck out of it, and this review covers how I feel much better:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/575365056?book_show_action=false&from_...

Grant Cartwright is the narrator, and he’s very good also.
4 stars, and recommended to anyone who doesn’t mind some gore.… (más)