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Behind is a haunting exploration of childhood fears resurfacing in adulthood. Alex Lowry’s seemingly quiet life is upended when he begins to hear a mysterious song from a house only he can see, drawing him back to unsettling memories from his past. Set against the backdrop of the Covid pandemic - which is no small task to take on for an author - it locks on to the isolation, fragility, and chaos of those early days.
One aspect I really enjoy about Little’s writing is his ability to turn seemingly everyday moments into sources of unease - making the reader question what lurks just beyond perception.
Little’s portrayal of Alex’s journey into a simpler, yet increasingly eerie existence reflects the struggles many faced during this period. And while the ending may not have fully convinced me, the buildup to it is well crafted, and engaging.
One aspect I really enjoy about Little’s writing is his ability to turn seemingly everyday moments into sources of unease - making the reader question what lurks just beyond perception.
Little’s portrayal of Alex’s journey into a simpler, yet increasingly eerie existence reflects the struggles many faced during this period. And while the ending may not have fully convinced me, the buildup to it is well crafted, and engaging.