Jodi Taylor’s latest installment offers a refreshing departure from her earlier series: St Mary’s, Time Police, and Elizabeth Cage. While it remains firmly rooted in the familiar world of Rushford, the novel expands that setting in new and intriguing directions.

What sets this book apart is its distinct narrative voice. The slightly altered style feels better suited to the story’s pacing and tone, yet it still retains the witty humor that fans have come to expect from Taylor’s work.

I was completely absorbed from start to finish, breezing through the pages over the Christmas holidays. In just a few days, I finished the whole book a testament to how engaging and enjoyable the reading experience is.