An overall compelling story that is a best confusing to read. It feels as though the story jumps from one main character point to another and needs come finesse to smoothly connect them. Overall a great story about family and vengeance.

From the first chapter I knew I'd found a book I'd like because the language flows beautifully, engaging the reader completely. This is important for me, someone who reads for escapism.
I think anyone who reads this book will see a bit of themselves in the main character, Ben because while he does on the outset seem to be a closed off individual, we soon learn that like all of us, he is just trying to find some happiness in the world, even if he isn't quite aware of it himself.

I especially liked how each chapter began with a quote from the Bible,making it clear that even though Ben had tried to escape his childhood town of Abundance, his origins will always be there and he would ultimately have to come to accept that. I wasn't however so keen on the relationship between Ben and his childhood friend, Silk. While it was good for an escape and show that Ben has some kind of heart, it also seemed a little too easy.

All in all, I highly recommend this book because it is beautifully written and the story will probably make an impact on those who read it.

This book was disappointing. While the characters felt flat, and the pacing was a little off, it was the prose that made this hard to read. Paragraphs were weighed down by numerous clause heavy sentences. Overall, there wasn't really an appealing author's voice. It felt as if someone understood the mechanics of writing but not the artistry. It was very hard to finish, and I only did due to the obligation of receiving a free copy.

Thanks to Netgallery for the free copy in exchange for an honest review.