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A review by thiefofcamorr
Stonemouth by Iain Banks
4.0
‘Stonemouth’ by Iain Banks is a slow, steady tale set in Scotland, about a man called Stewart Gilmour. Stonemouth is a town that’s run between two major crime families and the setting is described vividly when the plot takes us by the beach, or for a walk in the forest, as the characters discuss their issues. Iain Banks still thrives on wonderful description, that hasn’t lessened even slightly since his first novel, ‘The Wasp Factory’.
Though the plot may be slow, it’s also captivating and well told. Stewart – Stu – has been away in London for the past five years after being chased out one night – and maybe it would have been better if he never returned. He has returned for a funeral, and has obtained a declaration of peace for the time being from the largest crime family whom he did wrong… though perhaps not everyone agrees.
Review continues: http://sentientonline.net/?p=3334
Though the plot may be slow, it’s also captivating and well told. Stewart – Stu – has been away in London for the past five years after being chased out one night – and maybe it would have been better if he never returned. He has returned for a funeral, and has obtained a declaration of peace for the time being from the largest crime family whom he did wrong… though perhaps not everyone agrees.
Review continues: http://sentientonline.net/?p=3334