A review by mahardy37
Homecoming by Kate Morton

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

This was a long book and I was uncertain about reading it because some reviews talked about how it dragged and that there was too much backstory. I even picked it about a year ago and decided I didn't want such a long read. I'm glad I went back to it. I read the ebook version borrowed through Libby. 

This is an interesting mystery, mostly set in Australia. It alternates between present time and 1960 when the murders took place. It's a fascinating look at human flaws and how they can influence others lives and perceptions. There is a lot of detail but I enjoyed the thoroughness. 

The reveal of the murderer was a surprise to me, not who I expected but it makes sense once you had all the facts. 

Overall well done and would recommend as long as you are not looking for a page turning thriller.