This novel is a haunting meditation on the persistence of colonial violence and the ways in which it shapes both the land and the people who inhabit it. The dense, tropical atmosphere mirrors the complexity of the issues at play; social, cultural, and environmental, while the personal struggles of the characters add a layer of intimacy to the larger themes. It is not just a story about escaping a crumbling world; it’s a confrontation with the ways history, memory, and love are all bound together, often in ways that are difficult to escape. A dark, mesmerising read that will leave you thinking long after you’re done with it.