Jake is 62, a retired architect, now suffering from Alzheimer's. The story is told from his point of view and unreliable memories. Who is real? Did some events actually happen? Confusing enough for the reader to unravel, but not nearly as bewildering as for Jake to try and make sense of his own narrative. It could be a depressing read - it isn't. Harvey's first novel, can't wait to read her second.
(Mary Standing - bwl 63 Winter 2011 ) |
