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Anamnesis: A Novel
When Ethan Knight wakes up on Alki Beach in Seattle, he has no memory of the last four years, and only fragments of his early life. Disoriented and experiencing drug withdrawal, he quickly finds himself assimilated into a life of crime. Unable to go to the police for help, Ethan abandons any hope of remembering his past.
Now, seven years later, a dangerous drug arrives on the streets that interferes with the brain's ability to record memories. When affluent campaign manager Olivia Holloway shows up on Ethan's doorstep claiming she's losing time like he did, he realizes that with her help, he may finally unravel the mystery that has long plagued him.
As Ethan and Olivia embark on a fast-paced journey to reclaim their minds, they expose a complex web of greed, corruption, and sex that is far more twisted than either anticipated.
Now, seven years later, a dangerous drug arrives on the streets that interferes with the brain's ability to record memories. When affluent campaign manager Olivia Holloway shows up on Ethan's doorstep claiming she's losing time like he did, he realizes that with her help, he may finally unravel the mystery that has long plagued him.
As Ethan and Olivia embark on a fast-paced journey to reclaim their minds, they expose a complex web of greed, corruption, and sex that is far more twisted than either anticipated.
354 pages, Paperback
First published August 11, 2015
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January 17, 2016
Great, dark read.
Engaging, thought provoking and troubling. The seamy side of life is revealed as you discover with Ethan the secrets behind his amnesia. The characters were compelling and believable.
Engaging, thought provoking and troubling. The seamy side of life is revealed as you discover with Ethan the secrets behind his amnesia. The characters were compelling and believable.
December 2, 2020
Right up to the end
Great book, kept me interested throughout. I felt like the ending was a cop out.
Still, I’d recommend it because it was well written.
Great book, kept me interested throughout. I felt like the ending was a cop out.
Still, I’d recommend it because it was well written.
March 13, 2024
This book was a total surprise as I did not expect it to be what it turned out to be. I thought it was quite original and wish Eloise would write more novels.
September 17, 2015
I'm familiar with Eloise Knapp for her apocalypse novels, which are excellent. “Anamnesis” is her latest novel, and it’s a totally different genre. It’s a thriller, no zombies at all. I wasn’t sure what to expect when picking this up, but I was pleasantly surprised. She completely delivers in this one, and it’s very clear that her ability to plot and maintain tension throughout a story is approaching stellar. The novel introduces us to Ethan, a drug selling junkie with several years missing from his memory. Yet he has never really cared to look into why that is. Along the way, he meets Olivia, who seeks him out because her story is similar. Olivia is high class and a bit prissy, so having these two characters thrown together in a common cause is quite a wonderful thing to behold. They set out together, at arms length, to solve the mystery of what has happened to them. What they find is a sordid tale that grows more and more sinister. I really liked the character of Ethan, he was funny, a bit crass, with a totally doesn’t give a crap attitude. Just getting by. Knapp has a talent with dialogue and creating believable characters, and she does so again here. I really hope she continues writing in this genre. A great read packed with tension and surprise. I highly recommend it.
September 24, 2015
Twisted Page Turner!
What a trip! This mystery thriller is dark, dirty, and unrelenting when it comes to solving the story of Ethan Knight and his mysterious beginnings.
The character development was fantastic and Knapp does an amazing job creating every gory scene in the book.
Definitely not for the faint-hearted but this book will keep you reading and wanting more.
What a trip! This mystery thriller is dark, dirty, and unrelenting when it comes to solving the story of Ethan Knight and his mysterious beginnings.
The character development was fantastic and Knapp does an amazing job creating every gory scene in the book.
Definitely not for the faint-hearted but this book will keep you reading and wanting more.
November 14, 2015
Excellently Written
I got this book as a pre order . I just got time to read it last night .
Such a great story that has a lot of grit From street characters and a look into other levels of society.
I highly recommend reading this book .
I got this book as a pre order . I just got time to read it last night .
Such a great story that has a lot of grit From street characters and a look into other levels of society.
I highly recommend reading this book .
May 22, 2016
REALLY GOOD READ
This was an unexpected enjoyment. I honestly didn't think I was going to be impressed but I was wrong. It kept my attention to the point I couldn't put it down. If you're looking for a chance to relax and forget your troubles, read this book. :)
RECOMMEND. :)
This was an unexpected enjoyment. I honestly didn't think I was going to be impressed but I was wrong. It kept my attention to the point I couldn't put it down. If you're looking for a chance to relax and forget your troubles, read this book. :)
RECOMMEND. :)
November 2, 2015
A bit weird, but interesting
Having worked with people that were addicted and or recovering, understand that people are actually living a somewhat similar life. It is unfortunate.
Having worked with people that were addicted and or recovering, understand that people are actually living a somewhat similar life. It is unfortunate.
May 22, 2016
Rating Anamnesis
I really enjoyed reading this book! Thanks to the author - lots of surprises from page to page. I kept reading till late in the night , couldn't put it down.
I really enjoyed reading this book! Thanks to the author - lots of surprises from page to page. I kept reading till late in the night , couldn't put it down.
June 7, 2016
Good read
Enjoyed every page. It kept moving a d was hard to put down. The plot was very realistic and placed in the presence.
Enjoyed every page. It kept moving a d was hard to put down. The plot was very realistic and placed in the presence.
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