![]() ![]() It opens up discussion on the effects of trauma to a child and the redemptive quality of love. ![]() This is a mystery, but more than that it's an incredible story about a young man who survived a terrible tragedy as a child. In short - a great mystery that will appeal to anyone who enjoys complex characters and crime fiction and a good storyīook Club Talking Points: Talking Points: They are both artistic and since he is mute, their love notes take the form of a graphic comic book, very original and engaging. There is also a touching thread as Michael falls in love and attempts to communicate with his girlfriend. This psychological tug of war trumps the actual crimes taking place in the story. ![]() There are actually two mysteries converging in this novel - Michael's fascinating back-story showing how his present situation evolved and how his current predicament plays out. He sometimes ignores this voice in his head, but it's a trait that makes him very human and a bad guy that you want to root for. He may be a criminal, but he is very easy to sympathize with, which I believe is largely due to his strong inner conscience. I quickly found myself totally immersed in Michael's life. PBR Book Review: (by- Linda ) "The Lock Artist" is one of the more original mysteries I've read recently. ![]()
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