Just finished it and have to say I was disappointed by this book. I loved her other ones, especially Fallen Angels but this one lacked some of the wit and irony of her earlier work. ( )

This was a page turner. I found myself trying to read quicker to find out what was going to happen at the end. A suspense story, but given the storyline of abduction of a young girl and what you think the outcome was going to be, getting so far with it you think you know what the ending is etc....well you will have to read it to find out won't you ( )

A well written book about a very sensitive subject. The story was told from the perspective of the abductor. It describes his thoughts and feelings so that you almost feel sorry for him. The author has skilfully built a lot of tension into the story, so that you are almost holding your breath, wondering what and if will happen. ( )

I'm a big fan of Barbara Gowdy, and this book didn't disappoint me. I think posthumose put it well: Barbara Gowdy writes in such an easy, straightforward style that the real impact of the story can "sneak up on you" -- even long after you've finished the book.

In this story, nine-year-old Rachel Fox is kidnapped by Ron during a power failure. Ms. Gowdy does an excellent job of presenting the abductor's point of view as he struggles to admit to himself whether his "love" for Rachel is that of a father/protector or one of sexual desire.

I disagree with those who say the ending felt rushed. I was surprised by it, and thought it was perfect. ( )

read, 2008 ( )