A review by whippycleric
The Constant Rabbit by Jasper Fforde

dark funny hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Having read the first instalment of the Thursday Next series I immediately sought out more by Jasper Fforde. This is a standalone novel with a very interesting premise, how would the UK react to the sudden amorphization of a collection of animal from various species? Specifically rabbits who have the potential to increase population rapidly. Like is seemingly always the case with this author it's very satirical, self referential, and full of literary jokes. A lot of fun to read, constant suspense, and brilliantly paced, it's just a great book to read. In addition to that it's clearly making a point and taking issues with right wing nationalism that is becoming increasingly common in the political world today. This is very prevalent when this was written in 2020, the chapter titles "The Art of the Deal" being particularly on the nose. I think if you're not left leaning on social issues you'll struggle to enjoy this book, fortunately I am socially left leaning and absolutely loved it. Jasper Fforde is fast becoming one of my favourite authors and I'm very happy I still have a few more on the shelf to read. No regrets in buying all those.