Mick Hare

Set mainly during the Second World War, the novel draws together several strands of back story for the main characters, weaving a thorough and seemingly well-researched backdrop, drawn from recently independent Eire, the UK and Germany. I needed to concentrate to get hold onto all those threads but it was worth it.
The twists ans turns of the plot as it then unfolds are gripping. I would have given 5 stars, but it felt towards the end as though the author wasn't sure how or when to finish, leading to a little of the plausibility slipping. Nevertheless, a good read (with thanks to a good friend who recommended it to me).… (plus d'informations)