A review by lisa_butler79
Exit by Belinda Bauer

emotional funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

4.0

I read this for my 2023 book challenge for the category of A book recommended by a friend.

This was a quick and easy read that I did enjoy.

This book is a crime, mystery book that is both charming, funny and dark. The main topic of the book is euthanasia but the author covers the complexity of this in a touching and humourous way. Felix is an Exiteer, whose role is to accompany those who wish to take their own lives because of terminal illness or old age. Felix also does not want  to die alone himself so his reasons for doing this are empathetic and altruistic.

Felix, the main protagonist is a loveable character. I instantly warmed to his charm and morals. He's a gentleman that strives to do the right thing and a man everyone would love to be their grandad. However, he is one of societies invisible people, the old man that no one looks at, he leads a boring life but all this changes when the wrong person dies.

This book I enjoyed because of its originality and the writing style that made you laugh out loud or ponder deep in thought.