A review by annemariewhelehan
This Plague of Souls by Mike McCormack

challenging dark fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

The first half of this book intrigued me. I loved the viewpoint of the character. Reminded me of John Boynes Water where the character explores the demons of the past and what they do now with their future. Whilst not necessarily the most lovable of characters, I did want to learn more about Nealon. I was interested in knowing the details of his case, but somehow we got titbits and not the full story. The second half of the book introduced a second character, and to what purpose I do not know, perhaps to tell Nealon’s story? But it was done in such a way that I didn’t know if we were to believe the story or not. Was Nealon really such a mastermind? Overall, like the character’s viewpoint, but would’ve liked a different story and a bit more clarity so I could understand what was going on. The blurb classifies it as a metaphysical thriller, a genre for me to avoid going forward. So if that’s your thing, you’ll probably enjoy it.