The Rook by Daniel O'Malley was on a list of fantasy books being made into shows/movies. The plot looked interesting.
Started: 10/15/2019
Completed: 10/19/2019
Recommendation: Recommended
Recommended By: A book list
Review:
I love that the author was comfortable throwing in political commentary: "Nobody pays any attention to protesters. Even environmentalists are routinely ignored and their arguments make sense."
The premise of the book (that the protagonist has amnesia) is a little reminiscent of the Jason Bourne books, but, in my opinion, is done much better. The twist of adding in the supernatural also helps. This was a good read stand-alone, but there is also a sequel and it is clear how the hooks were built in the book to allow for that.
I love that the author was comfortable throwing in political commentary: "Nobody pays any attention to protesters. Even environmentalists are routinely ignored and their arguments make sense."
The premise of the book (that the protagonist has amnesia) is a little reminiscent of the Jason Bourne books, but, in my opinion, is done much better. The twist of adding in the supernatural also helps. This was a good read stand-alone, but there is also a sequel and it is clear how the hooks were built in the book to allow for that.
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