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Witness
Four bystanders in the wrong place at the wrong time. Witnesses to the shocking shooting of a teenage boy. A moment that changes their lives forever.
Fiona, a midwife, is plagued by panic attacks and unable to work. Has she the strength to testify?
Mike, a delivery driver and family man, faces an impossible decision when his frightened wife forces him to choose - us or the court case.
Cheryl, a single-mother, doesn't want her child to grow up in the same climate of fear. Dare she speak out and risk her own life?
Zak, a homeless man, offers to talk in exchange for witness protection and the chance of a new start. Ordinary people in an extraordinary situation.
Will the witnesses stand firm or be prevented from giving evidence? How will they cope with the emotional trauma of reliving the murder under pitiless cross-examination? This is a compassionate, suspenseful and illuminating story exploring the real human cost of bearing witness.
Fiona, a midwife, is plagued by panic attacks and unable to work. Has she the strength to testify?
Mike, a delivery driver and family man, faces an impossible decision when his frightened wife forces him to choose - us or the court case.
Cheryl, a single-mother, doesn't want her child to grow up in the same climate of fear. Dare she speak out and risk her own life?
Zak, a homeless man, offers to talk in exchange for witness protection and the chance of a new start. Ordinary people in an extraordinary situation.
Will the witnesses stand firm or be prevented from giving evidence? How will they cope with the emotional trauma of reliving the murder under pitiless cross-examination? This is a compassionate, suspenseful and illuminating story exploring the real human cost of bearing witness.
320 pages, Hardcover
First published April 1, 2011
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Cath Staincliffe
59 books321 followersCath Staincliffe is a best-selling, award-winning novelist, radio playwright and the creator of ITV's hit series, Blue Murder, starring Caroline Quentin as DCI Janine Lewis. Cath's books have been short-listed for the British Crime Writers Association best first novel award, for the Dagger in the Library and selected as Le Masque de l'Année. In 2012 Cath won the CWA Short Story Dagger for Laptop, sharing the prize with Margaret Murphy with her story The Message. Cath was shortlisted again with Night Nurse in 2014. Cath's Sal Kilkenny private eye series features a single-parent sleuth working the mean streets of Manchester. Trio, a stand-alone novel moved away from crime to explore adoption and growing up in the 1960s, inspired by Cath's own experience. Letters To My Daughter's Killer was selected for Specsavers Crime Thriller Book Club in 2014 and featured on ITV3s Crime Thriller Club. Cath also writes the Scott & Bailey novels based on the popular UK TV series. Cath's latest stand alone book, The Girl in the Green Dress, was inspired by her experience as the parent of a transgender child. It tells the story of a transphobic hate crime and asks the question: how far would you go to protect your child? Cath is one of the founding members of Murder Squad - a group of Northern crime writers who give readings, talks and signings around the country. Cath was born in Bradford, Yorkshire, UK and now lives in Manchester, Lancashire with her family. You can follow her on Twitter, @CathStaincliffe, which she does when she should be busy writing!
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June 8, 2021
Cath Staincliffe delivers brilliant writing yet again. I love the way she intertwines a crime with the lives, hearts and minds of the characters in her book, this one packed an emotional punch.
In a nutshell, four innocent bystanders witness the cold blooded shooting of a teenage boy in inner Manchester. The book follows each of the witnesses from the moment of seeing the shooting onwards, each one having a very different lifestyle and character. The question is which one or if any will testify to see the murderers come to justice?
There is a lot of thought in her writing, heartfelt and real as the novel tackles the thinking process, fears, worries, urges of each of them as they try to have life go in after this young boy dies. None of them will ever be the same again.
I devoured this book in hours, by the time we were at the trial scenes I was on the edge of the sofa (my cat looked concerned) as I eagerly read the happenings and the final verdict. And the ending was absolutely excellent, very clever and moving. I'm a fan of Cath Staincliffe's books, none have disappointed so far. She is very good at making you think what you would do in these situations. Four out of five stars, another rewarding read.
In a nutshell, four innocent bystanders witness the cold blooded shooting of a teenage boy in inner Manchester. The book follows each of the witnesses from the moment of seeing the shooting onwards, each one having a very different lifestyle and character. The question is which one or if any will testify to see the murderers come to justice?
There is a lot of thought in her writing, heartfelt and real as the novel tackles the thinking process, fears, worries, urges of each of them as they try to have life go in after this young boy dies. None of them will ever be the same again.
I devoured this book in hours, by the time we were at the trial scenes I was on the edge of the sofa (my cat looked concerned) as I eagerly read the happenings and the final verdict. And the ending was absolutely excellent, very clever and moving. I'm a fan of Cath Staincliffe's books, none have disappointed so far. She is very good at making you think what you would do in these situations. Four out of five stars, another rewarding read.
March 23, 2011
Cath Staincliffe's The Kindest Thing was one of my Top Ten Reads of 2010 and her latest novel, Witness has confirmed her place amongst my favourite authors.
Tackling a sensitive subject once again, she does not shy away from real-life situations, this really is hard-hitting stuff that once again makes the reader ask themself 'what would I do?'
The brutal gangland murder of a 16 year old boy is the focal part of the story, but does not take centre stage. The real story concerns those people who witnessed the murder - four ordinary people who have to make up their minds whether they are brave enough to testify in court. The murderers are well-known gang members, if they, or their cronies discover the witnesses identity, then they are looking at a death sentance.
The story of each witness; Fiona, a midwife; Mike, a delivery driver; Cheryl, a young single mum and Zak, a homeless guy is very well told. Each witness has their own reasons for wanting the murderers put behind bars, just as they each have a reason as to why it may be easier to keep quiet. As the story unfolds, the reader starts to learn more and more about each witness, their individual stories are just as interesting and compelling as the main murder story.
There is no doubt that Cath Staincliffe has done lots of research in this area. I was a volunteer with Victim Support for a few years and often worked closely with the Witness Service volunteers and I could identify with some of the situations described.
This is an excellent story, tense and quite emotional in places, with excellent characters who really do seem realistic.
Tackling a sensitive subject once again, she does not shy away from real-life situations, this really is hard-hitting stuff that once again makes the reader ask themself 'what would I do?'
The brutal gangland murder of a 16 year old boy is the focal part of the story, but does not take centre stage. The real story concerns those people who witnessed the murder - four ordinary people who have to make up their minds whether they are brave enough to testify in court. The murderers are well-known gang members, if they, or their cronies discover the witnesses identity, then they are looking at a death sentance.
The story of each witness; Fiona, a midwife; Mike, a delivery driver; Cheryl, a young single mum and Zak, a homeless guy is very well told. Each witness has their own reasons for wanting the murderers put behind bars, just as they each have a reason as to why it may be easier to keep quiet. As the story unfolds, the reader starts to learn more and more about each witness, their individual stories are just as interesting and compelling as the main murder story.
There is no doubt that Cath Staincliffe has done lots of research in this area. I was a volunteer with Victim Support for a few years and often worked closely with the Witness Service volunteers and I could identify with some of the situations described.
This is an excellent story, tense and quite emotional in places, with excellent characters who really do seem realistic.
February 21, 2011
I hadn’t heard of Cath Staincliffe until last year when I saw so many excellent reviews of her novel The Kindest Thing which explores the aftermath of a woman’s decision to help her husband die. She has also written an 8 book crime series but with The Kindest Thing and now Witness, her writing has an added dimension – the crime and its investigation no longer take centre stage.
Witness opens with the brutal murder of a teenage boy in Manchester. The story revolves around four bystanders who happen to witness the killing – Fiona, a midwife who suffers panic attacks following the murder, Mike, a delivery man who is torn between doing the right thing and protecting his family, Cheryl, a single mother who knows the perpetrators and Zach, a homeless young man who is hoping for a fresh start via a witness protection programme. As in her previous novel, the question, “What would you do?”, is put very firmly to the reader.
I don’t read a lot of contemporary fiction but I think Cath Staincliffe may very well have converted me with this novel. Written in the third person, each chapter relates the back story of each witness, how they came to be at the murder scene, how they are encouraged/discouraged re the looming trial. The characters are distinctive, all coming from different backgrounds but all have so much to lose by bearing witness. The author creates a very vivid picture of modern-day Manchester and the influence of gang culture, the sway held by gang leaders. We also see how difficult it is for the police to gain the trust of potential witnesses, trying to reaasure them that there will not be any repercussions.
Witness is an extremely readable, well paced story about ordinary folk in extraordinary circumstances. Each of the main characters is strongly delineated, realistic, filled with the same strengths and weaknesses as we readers and thus the author makes it easy for us to empathise with their dilemna. Looking forward to reading Cath Staincliffe’s previous stand-alone novels and future writing from this very perceptive author.
October 10, 2014
4.5 stars.
A cleverly written story following the lives of 4 different people who all witnessed a shocking crime: a community nurse who rushed to give first-aid, a delivery driver who happened to be driving by, a young mother out walking with her child and a homeless man whose own illegal activity placed him in eye view of the crime.
Just four of the lives that were dramatically changed through this one incident and all who are hesitant to speak out for fear of what could happen to them.
A cleverly written story following the lives of 4 different people who all witnessed a shocking crime: a community nurse who rushed to give first-aid, a delivery driver who happened to be driving by, a young mother out walking with her child and a homeless man whose own illegal activity placed him in eye view of the crime.
Just four of the lives that were dramatically changed through this one incident and all who are hesitant to speak out for fear of what could happen to them.
February 5, 2017
This author is the queen of characterization. After I'd finished this novel, I found myself wondering how one of the characters was getting on - as if I knew her!
Four very different people, with very different backstories, witness the shooting of an innocent teenager by leaders of a local gang. The whole community is too terrified to speak out. Will these witnesses find the courage and space in their chaotic lives to take a stand?
Clear plot, poignant story, masterful close third person narrative.
Simply superb.
Four very different people, with very different backstories, witness the shooting of an innocent teenager by leaders of a local gang. The whole community is too terrified to speak out. Will these witnesses find the courage and space in their chaotic lives to take a stand?
Clear plot, poignant story, masterful close third person narrative.
Simply superb.
January 27, 2012
I adored this book and loved Zak and his wonderful Bess. I was left stunned at who received the reward money and finished the book sobbing my heart out at the conclusion (without giving the story away). This would make a cracking TV drama as the story is told from 4 different witnesses. I would highly recommend this fantastic book.
November 24, 2021
This was a book club choice I probably wouldn't have chosen myself but once I started reading it it did draw me in and I ended up reading it in two days! It's a mult-voice novel told from the perspective of four different characters. The technique works well and I think she went for the right number of perspectives, more than four would be too much.
June 19, 2018
Unusual read
I found this an entertaining and unusual read. Four very different lead characters each struggling with what they witnessed. An enjoyable book.
I found this an entertaining and unusual read. Four very different lead characters each struggling with what they witnessed. An enjoyable book.
February 4, 2016
This is an exceptionally good book, not least because it approaches the crime novel from a unique angle - at least as far as I am aware. From the point of view of 4 chance witnesses to a gangland killing. We never see anything from the perpetrators' point of view, nor, really, from the police angle, despite DI Joe Kitson being an important presence throughout the novel.
There's a danger when you see an unusual angle for a story that the writer fails to deliver, and that can be even more disappointing than if they had promised a run-of-the-mill formulaic. Fortunately, this writer does.
Her writing style is quite understated. No excitability or grand statements. she maintains a clear distinction between four characters. For example, when Fiona goes for a walk she notices and names the flora and fauna around her, but the other characters don't.
As the blurb says, the four witnesses have different reasons for not wishing to give evidence and these reasons are revealed via their inner dialogue, and there is no confusion between the four. The character development is strong, not only with the four key players, but with several other peripheral characters being allowed to develop somewhat. We get a glimpse into the pasts of the two men, less so for the women, although we can read between the lines, and we see how their pasts can influence their current actions, but the story doesn't hinge or depend on the past being an explanation.
There are some clever but subtle devices. Two witnesses were chance passers by, and their lives seem to change between the shooting and the trial, but don't really. The other two witnesses are crucial because they were local and acquainted with the perps, and their lives go on as normal for a while...well, I won't say any more for fear of spoilers.
I think it's a very accomplished book. It's not being clever for its own sake, and it has made me realise how little I think about the witnesses to serious crime, or how chance can turn you into a witness. If you peer closely, you can see, in retrospect some clever constructions, a couple of which I have summarised above. But they're inserted carefully, not leaping out as you read.
I didn't notice the style or construct of phrases and passages, which is the highest possible praise. No need for awe at clever vocabulary or to tut at over-simplified ideas. the words were there to let the story and most of all the characters to emerge.
It was set in an area of Manchester I used to be fairly familiar with - round Hulme, which was often my route into Manchester. Fiona lived in Chorlton but took the dog walking over to Sale. I was amazed when I saw the reference to Jackson's Boat, a well known and historic pub in Sale - rather silly article in the Sale and Altrincham Messenger http://www.messengernewspapers.co.uk/... and a slightly more sensible passage at the end here http://www.salecommunityweb.co.uk/riv...
I read so many books that use - or exploit - the area around Brixton, where I have lived for 25 years, so it seems quite novel for someone to use another area I know. I find it quite weird that writers use inner London and one or two other places, such as Brighton or Cambridge as if they are public property but avoid or fictionalise most of the rest of the country as if they fear they may be trespassing.
There's a danger when you see an unusual angle for a story that the writer fails to deliver, and that can be even more disappointing than if they had promised a run-of-the-mill formulaic. Fortunately, this writer does.
Her writing style is quite understated. No excitability or grand statements. she maintains a clear distinction between four characters. For example, when Fiona goes for a walk she notices and names the flora and fauna around her, but the other characters don't.
As the blurb says, the four witnesses have different reasons for not wishing to give evidence and these reasons are revealed via their inner dialogue, and there is no confusion between the four. The character development is strong, not only with the four key players, but with several other peripheral characters being allowed to develop somewhat. We get a glimpse into the pasts of the two men, less so for the women, although we can read between the lines, and we see how their pasts can influence their current actions, but the story doesn't hinge or depend on the past being an explanation.
There are some clever but subtle devices. Two witnesses were chance passers by, and their lives seem to change between the shooting and the trial, but don't really. The other two witnesses are crucial because they were local and acquainted with the perps, and their lives go on as normal for a while...well, I won't say any more for fear of spoilers.
I think it's a very accomplished book. It's not being clever for its own sake, and it has made me realise how little I think about the witnesses to serious crime, or how chance can turn you into a witness. If you peer closely, you can see, in retrospect some clever constructions, a couple of which I have summarised above. But they're inserted carefully, not leaping out as you read.
I didn't notice the style or construct of phrases and passages, which is the highest possible praise. No need for awe at clever vocabulary or to tut at over-simplified ideas. the words were there to let the story and most of all the characters to emerge.
It was set in an area of Manchester I used to be fairly familiar with - round Hulme, which was often my route into Manchester. Fiona lived in Chorlton but took the dog walking over to Sale. I was amazed when I saw the reference to Jackson's Boat, a well known and historic pub in Sale - rather silly article in the Sale and Altrincham Messenger http://www.messengernewspapers.co.uk/... and a slightly more sensible passage at the end here http://www.salecommunityweb.co.uk/riv...
I read so many books that use - or exploit - the area around Brixton, where I have lived for 25 years, so it seems quite novel for someone to use another area I know. I find it quite weird that writers use inner London and one or two other places, such as Brighton or Cambridge as if they are public property but avoid or fictionalise most of the rest of the country as if they fear they may be trespassing.
January 3, 2012
I was excited to read this book because of its good press and interesting premise. On the premise idea it doesn't disappoint. The four different narratives work well and create impetus however the convenient full-circle ending of these is a little too trite for my taste, even if it is not happily ever after for everyone. I also think this is a book that needs to be read at speed. Naturally, dealing with a murder and subsequent court case there is a long passage of time which could drag if you read the book slower. My main problem with this book is its focus on the procedures of appearing as a witness and I think it focusses far too much on the minutiae of this at the expense of decent characterisation and a real exploration of the feelings of the various witnesses, their reasons for appearing and their fears.
December 8, 2014
This is first time I've read a book by cath staincliffe and will certainly read more of her books
This was such a page turner for me. A story with 4 main characters Mike Fiona Zak and Cheryl
4 people that was at the wrong place at the wrong time as the witness the shooting and killing of a teenage boy.
People scared to come forward as the shooters involved are gang leaders. These 4 people come forward and put their life in the balance to find justice.
We follow the life of these 4 witness's and the time when it comes to court.
The court part of the book had me shouting at my kindle lol
I defo really enjoyed this book and look forward o reading more by this author
This was such a page turner for me. A story with 4 main characters Mike Fiona Zak and Cheryl
4 people that was at the wrong place at the wrong time as the witness the shooting and killing of a teenage boy.
People scared to come forward as the shooters involved are gang leaders. These 4 people come forward and put their life in the balance to find justice.
We follow the life of these 4 witness's and the time when it comes to court.
The court part of the book had me shouting at my kindle lol
I defo really enjoyed this book and look forward o reading more by this author
June 29, 2017
It seems I am in the minority with this book - so many raving reviews and yet I didn't like it.
The premise is a good one - 4 strangers witness a shooting of a young lad, Daniel. The shooter is a known gang member and so all 4 witnesses are reluctant to come forward for their own reasons. Until they DO come forward. And that's the end of that. Literally. This was weak and not particularly well executed add to the fact that not a lot actually happened here, I was bored by a good percentage of this.
There was one character I DID like in this book - Just one the one out of all of them - and that was the dog, Bess!
The premise is a good one - 4 strangers witness a shooting of a young lad, Daniel. The shooter is a known gang member and so all 4 witnesses are reluctant to come forward for their own reasons. Until they DO come forward. And that's the end of that. Literally. This was weak and not particularly well executed add to the fact that not a lot actually happened here, I was bored by a good percentage of this.
There was one character I DID like in this book - Just one the one out of all of them - and that was the dog, Bess!
December 10, 2011
There's a need for an 'abandoned' category alongside, 'to read' 'reading', 'read', I think. I just couldn't be bothered with this after a few chapters. It read like it's just waiting to be a mid-week ITV drama with Lesley Sharpe as the motherly midwife
November 18, 2012
Excellent read, utterly gripping and has rebooted my love of reading, after a slow patch!
Staincliffe has created 4 excellent voices to tell the story of the murder of Danny Macateer through the eyes of the witnesses. Highly recommend this one!
Staincliffe has created 4 excellent voices to tell the story of the murder of Danny Macateer through the eyes of the witnesses. Highly recommend this one!
April 20, 2016
It had potential, but just didn't enjoy it
October 11, 2012
Good easy read:-)
February 6, 2019
I like the fact that Cath Staincliffe writes crime drama that doesn't just follow a detective around until they have solved the murder. Instead, we are told early on who the perpetrators are and, as is often the case where gangs are involved, the difficulty is not that the police don't know who they are looking for, but that they need to have a strong case in order to bring the perps to justice. This means relying on (credible) witnesses to come forward and be prepared to undergo examination in court, which in the case of at least one witness here, is a terrifying prospect given the risks.
The story begins with the murder of a young lad in broad daylight, told from the perspective of a nurse who was first to the scene and who attempted to save his life. In the event of his death, she becomes one of several other witnesses, whose stories unfold chapter by chapter. Staincliffe does a good job of trying to illustrate different characters from varied backgrounds, and voices the turmoil they have in deciding whether or not to testify in court. She also highlights the mental health difficulties associated with witnessing a trauma and how becoming a part of the criminal justice system can bring unforeseen issues as time ticks by.
One of the most interesting, but frustrating, characters was Zak, a homeless boy who clearly had a troubled childhood and whose motivation for becoming a witness is questionable but understandable. As he is contending for page space with three other characters, it is difficult to fully engage with him (and he is hard to like a lot of the time) but I would like to have learned more about him and his background.
The novel is resolved satisfyingly, and it does feel like the author knows her stuff when it comes to courtroom proceedings and the flaws in the law. Definitely worth a read if you like crime drama with a difference.
The story begins with the murder of a young lad in broad daylight, told from the perspective of a nurse who was first to the scene and who attempted to save his life. In the event of his death, she becomes one of several other witnesses, whose stories unfold chapter by chapter. Staincliffe does a good job of trying to illustrate different characters from varied backgrounds, and voices the turmoil they have in deciding whether or not to testify in court. She also highlights the mental health difficulties associated with witnessing a trauma and how becoming a part of the criminal justice system can bring unforeseen issues as time ticks by.
One of the most interesting, but frustrating, characters was Zak, a homeless boy who clearly had a troubled childhood and whose motivation for becoming a witness is questionable but understandable. As he is contending for page space with three other characters, it is difficult to fully engage with him (and he is hard to like a lot of the time) but I would like to have learned more about him and his background.
The novel is resolved satisfyingly, and it does feel like the author knows her stuff when it comes to courtroom proceedings and the flaws in the law. Definitely worth a read if you like crime drama with a difference.
February 7, 2020
A vivid glimpse into the horror that is gang-related violence and its attendant miseries in too many of our poorer areas where a disproportionately large number of young black men are criminalised.
One victim; but the fallout spreads far and wide, having lasting and traumatic effects on the lives of so many courageous and terrified witnesses and their families as well as the families of the gang members. Some of these tragically, are yet to be born.
And of course, in a national context, those overstretched agencies who work tirelessly to try to keep us all safe: police service, paramedics, social services, probation service, prison service, the nhs and even animal charities.
The ending, though is neat, tidy and unconvincing.
One victim; but the fallout spreads far and wide, having lasting and traumatic effects on the lives of so many courageous and terrified witnesses and their families as well as the families of the gang members. Some of these tragically, are yet to be born.
And of course, in a national context, those overstretched agencies who work tirelessly to try to keep us all safe: police service, paramedics, social services, probation service, prison service, the nhs and even animal charities.
The ending, though is neat, tidy and unconvincing.
May 3, 2018
exactly like the preview says, this is a book about the aftermath of a violent event, the slaying of an innocent colored teen as seen by four different witnesses who don't know each other, how it affects each of their everyday lives and who will decide to make a move and testify against know gangsters getting themselves in grave danger, and why.
it was nice to get a glimpse into lives of every family affected by this event and see how things turned out for them as well as for the culprits, seeing how each decision bears a consequence.
would love to read more from this author.
it was nice to get a glimpse into lives of every family affected by this event and see how things turned out for them as well as for the culprits, seeing how each decision bears a consequence.
would love to read more from this author.
September 23, 2024
I never usually write reviews but this was one of the best books I have read all year. The way the story wove around the four individuals point of view was emotionally involving and this is one of those books where you just need to sit and reflect, stare into space and really take in. I will definitely look for others by Staincliffe. It shows not just the worst of humanity but also how one action can affect others and that despite all risk justice is essential. Really enjoyed this from the very first page.
December 7, 2025
Great concept, but executed like someone's GCSE coursework: very clumsily written and quite patronising to the reader (e.g if we didn't know who Usain Bolt was, we could look him up!) with clichéd characters, simplistic diction (meant to be 'voice'?) and basic, often unnecessary description. Many complimentary reviews on here, though - maybe I am just not this writer's target audience. That said, I was interested to find out what happened, so found myself skim-reading to the end.
August 9, 2017
2.5/5 Stars.
I have read almost every book by Ms. Staincliffe and this was probably my least favorite. Out of her standard mystery style and much more a "study" of society, this one moved much slower than her typical mysteries. This author, hands down, is still one of my favorite British mystery writers though.
I have read almost every book by Ms. Staincliffe and this was probably my least favorite. Out of her standard mystery style and much more a "study" of society, this one moved much slower than her typical mysteries. This author, hands down, is still one of my favorite British mystery writers though.
February 28, 2018
A moral dilemma
I gave five stars because I very much enjoyed the story, and because it evoked many emotions in me and made me question how I might react in the situation played before me. The story is centred round a death, and how the witnesses respond to the potential threats from the local bully, if he were to identify them.
I gave five stars because I very much enjoyed the story, and because it evoked many emotions in me and made me question how I might react in the situation played before me. The story is centred round a death, and how the witnesses respond to the potential threats from the local bully, if he were to identify them.
April 28, 2018
Thought provoking. Could you/would you stand as a witness if you thought your future life could be compromised by doing so or that it would be detrimental to how you felt right now? I liked the way this was written and how the characters evolved. Sometimes you expect everyone to act in the same way, interesting that we don't. Would recommend.
September 2, 2018
A young guy gets murdered. This story has everything to do with the court case, but hardly anything to do with the court case at all. There isn't really a court case at all in the story, but there is. It's everything to do with the guys who did the murder, but they hardly appear in the story at all. Clear?
April 28, 2021
After The Silence between Breaths, I was keen to read another Staincliffe work. This one is another choral novel but less powerful. I like the way she describes each life, like a character study. I was really engrossed in it but I felt a bit cheated at the end, it sort of ends abruptly and lacks closure in my opinion.
But still a good novel, and I will definitely read some more by this author.
But still a good novel, and I will definitely read some more by this author.
July 4, 2018
This was a great book. Easy to read. A great story. The witnesses were very brave and followed through. Sometimes you just need to stand up for what’s right and what you believe in. A great ending as well.
December 12, 2023
I liked the concept of this book, and having heard Cath Staincliffe talk about the reasons for writing it, I bore that in mind throughout the book. I thought the style was a little simplistic. Would probably be more like 3.5 stars.
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