<p>There are certain topics that, if one is writing a novel of, you expect to be devastating. I'd say that a novel about breaking-in an underage, trafficked prostitute should probably be devastating. <A href="https://www.librarything.com/work/18194037/book/148292538">The Parcel</a> isn't particularly devastating, and could use a good edit to remove some of the repeated phrases or explanations. It's a good book, and there's enough that kept me engaged, but, ultimately, it's just a book I read. Good, but not great.</p>

<p><A href="https://www.librarything.com/work/18194037/book/148292538">The Parcel</a> by Anosh Irani went on sale September 6, 2016.</p>

<p><small>I received a copy free from <a href="https://www.netgalley.com/">Netgalley</a> in exchange for an honest review.</small></p>