The Resident

Wow, this book was sooooo good! A rollercoaster ride with twists and turns that had you gripped from start to finish. I I read this in staves on the Pigeonhole app but I know that if I'd had the full book I would have read it in one sitting! That being said I think that made it all the more intense and gripping, because you were just counting down the hours until you could read the next stave and find out what happens next.

It was about a serial killer, Thomas Brogan, who is on the run from the police and ends up hiding in the loft of an empty house. It's a terraced property which through the loft has access to the lofts in the three other houses along side it.

The story is interesting because it is all told from Brogan's perspective and as you read along you get an insight into what lead to him becoming a serial killer. It's really well done, because, having read the book on the Pigeonhole app, it really evoked empathy from myself and some of my fellow readers. It really led to some hairy, heart in mouth moments, with you rooting for Brogan. Odd thing to do considering he's a serial killer, but well, it tells you how well the character was wtiiten that you felt yourself feeling sorry for him.

The thing I loved was his conversations with his inner voice. They were hilarious at times. That's one thing that David did so well, balancing out the creepiness and gruesomeness with wit and humour.

I also loved Elsie, the old lady who lived in one of the houses next door. Everyone needs an Elsie in their life! She was amazing.

It was a brilliant book. Thank you to Pigeonhole, and David Jackson for the chance to read this book, and to my fellow Pigeonholers for making this an amazing reading experience.

Ps. I don't think those of us with lofts will be venturing into them anytime soon!