Mr. Irvine, please don't die!
It far exceeded my expectations. I find the main topic to be so relatable in today's society, which is paedophiles and PTSD. It's important to note that it can lead to a higher risk of developing health and behavioral challenges when the child becomes an adult.
This is what happened to Ray Lennox. He and his friend, Les, had a traumatic experience of sexual assault that occurred almost 40 years ago. A scene that played out countless times brings back memories of the terror and torment they experienced during what they called the tunnel incident. Although he is no longer a cop, hunting for the sexual predator remains his only interest. When Matthew Cardingworth crossed his path, he believed Mat was one of the three perpetrators. However, he could find nothing to tie Mat because everyone in the town seemed to be in his pocket due to the great things he had done for the community.
I found the first half of the book to be a bit slow-paced and confusing due to the narrators, but it was worth sticking through to the end once I got into their stories. Moreover, the visual effects are vivid despite the obstacles created by the slang.