A review by ddrosche
A Density of Souls by Christopher Rice

5.0

Wow. I just finished this book and I don't even know really where to begin. The beginning years in high school resonated heavily with me and drew me into the story ASAP. The story and Rice's writing kept me enthralled. Everyone here is flawed, troubled, and broken. The novel is so tragically written that you cannot wallowing in the events that take place throughout the book. I felt this was a super slow-burn but not in a bad way. It seemed as though nothing yet also everything was happening as you read. With little action to carry the reader through the story, Rice shines in his characterizations and story-telling that keep you invested. There is a light mystery or two at the core of everything that comes to a head at the end, but you'll go through 250ish pages before things really pick up pace; but I didn't care in the least. I'm still left in awe of what I have read and comprehending it all as it sinks. I'm eager to read other works by Rice as I have heard so many great things!