Since We Fell

2.5 stars

This book honestly felt like two different books in one. The beginning is background information on Rachel's life. By beginning, I mean the first 20% of the book. Most of this part of the book has nothing to do with the rest of the story, so calling the beginning of the story slow, almost seems like overkill. The real heart of the story starts about 60% in, so the rest of my review will be in regards to that, because after that, the story is fantastic.

The only character we get to know deeply is Rachel. We know all about her childhood, her career, and what has made her who she is. Besides her all of the other characters feel weak. No one else is important in this story and it shows. Although as the story progresses we do learn more about Brian and who he is. He is the second strongest character, but he is shrouded in mystery. Therefore the characters are not what connects the readers to this story, but the mystery and unease that surrounds Rachel's life.

The unfolding of the story and the way it is written is intriguing. The way these huge events and reveals relate to previous parts of the book are well done and shocking. I found the drama and intrigue to be exciting, but some of the writing and events may seem a bit over-dramatic to some.

Considering the whole book again, this is one for someone with deep patience or a love of character-driven novels, yet also enjoy the thrills of action novels for the end of the book.