Buckle up for a big adventure

 

 ⭑⭑⭑⭑  I am thrilled to have read a Justin Cronin novel, which feels so long overdue after the power of the trilogy starting with book one, The Passage. The Ferryman is very different with similarly huge world building set in a unique premise. We, as readers, are introduced to a strange, utopian existence in the island nation of Prospera with hints of unrest threatening trouble for the citizens. Proctor, our Ferryman, is at the heart of things as he begins to question events and his own standing within the cogs of family, society and existence.

This novel has a solid evolutionary element as it transforms effortlessly with each onion layer removed. Things are not as they seem which gives a slight otherworldly hint of Inception crossed with The Matrix. But even those two epic films do not touch the sides of the scope and breadth of the inventiveness behind this story. I found myself doing a double take with each surprising twist turning the story upside down.

Best not to have any expectations at all and just enjoy the ride. A surprising adventure with a number of layers of complexity, I am excited to welcome Justin Cronin back with this rollercoaster of a ride.