A review by kangaruthie
The Cold Millions by Jess Walter

5.0

I wasn't sure to expect from this book, since I felt pretty lukewarm about Beautiful Ruins. I was surprised, in fact, by how much I loved it. It could partially be because it takes place in the Pacific Northwest, where I grew up and still live, and I loved learning more about the history of Washington state. I also really loved the characters, who felt convincingly multifaceted in their motivations and struggles. Though this novel is set in the 1900's, its commentary on themes such class, racism, and power still ring very true to our society today.