I almost had to stop reading this book… almost. The first 4 1/2-5 chapters are dull, dull, dull. They were full of explanation upon explanation upon explanation of what Juliana/Alex is doing and why, showing her complete paranoia of the government, which is of course understandable, yet dull to read (it honestly read like textbook). Then there were the explanations of things that had happened in Juliana/Alex's past, without actually explaining what it is Juliana/Alex used to do for the government, and why they wanted her dead. That part annoyed me the most. All these explanations of booby traps, and what happened three years ago, but no clue what it was she did. Juliana/Alex is armed to the teeth with biological weapons on her person (rings, earrings, belt with syringes), but there is no explanation as to how she knows this stuff. But, I told myself to keep reading. I told myself to at least get to 20% before I gave up. And… I’m glad I kept going. Once Juliana/Alex had Daniel things started to get exciting, and the reader finally got more information about what she did for the government, and how she knows everything she’s been talking about up until then.
Once things started to fall into place for the characters, and the trio got together, things really started happening. It was interesting to watch them work together, especially with Alex and Kevin’s expertise. They planned and implemented, and got what they wanted done, done. Of course, there are bumps along the way, but it can’t be an easy road to travel, right? But, when things go wrong, they just plan again, working out something different to get to their goals.
I loved the epilogue that told the reader how the trio had settled into their new lives. I was smiling as I read it, knowing it was perfect for them, and that they were truly “normal” now.
And I have to add… I absolutely love the inclusion of the dogs. Their training is amazing. They are loyal, so well trained, and life savers. Einstein definitely lives up to his name. I do wonder though… can dogs actually do all that? If so, I’d love to see it in person.
All of this said, while this was a slow start, the book quickly got rolling and had a great finish. Great writing, and a well written story.
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