There are many unexpected twists and turns along the way. But each one is holding a secret very close to their chest, which is why they’ve landed up where they are, hoping that they can blend in and maintain some sort of anonymity, while they contemplate their next move. Either way, you will feel like you know them as well as your own family. They’re all running from something, or towards something – even they aren’t sure! You’ll love them and then you’ll hate them, and then you might like them, just a little bit. Marrs develops his characters wholly and perfectly. I loved the short chapters that still managed to concisely alternate between each character’s current and past situations. There are 8 main characters and Marrs quickly draws us into their lives in such a way that you can’t help but keep reading, eager to know their personal stories. The story centres around the Venice Beach International Hostel in LA, where travellers from all walks of life find a haven from the road. Take a bow John Marrs, because with this book you surely take your place amongst the top storytellers currently out there! After his brilliant debut ‘The Wronged Sons’, this much aniticipated second novel certainly doesn’t disappoint! Thank you to Tracy Fenton of THE Book Club (Facebook), for the ARC I received in return for my honest review.

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