Alison Mackie

Do not let anyone tell you anything about this book until you have read it yourself; that would, of course, apply to all the Strike novels. I wasn't sure I wanted to read about cults but it's so well written. Once again, I feared for Robin...

I couldn't imagine not reading it- I am a huge fan of Strike and Robin, following their relationship and their skill & professionalism in their work. The writing is up to its usual high standard. So what did I not like so much? Obviously the subject- the on line challenge- was not an area I understood in depth but enough to shout alarm bells at what can happen on line. But Strike was disappointing- oh yes, clever, hard working, dedicated but did he really have time to start another pointless, time- demanding relationship? His physical limitations are highlighted so much yet he continues to live a totally unhealthy lifestyle. Robin does the work- putting her personal life on hold. Read and enjoy...