The Only One Left

 

The Only One Left was a random find when I could not sleep and was browsing the e-library for a book. Lucky for me I did not realize I had previously read work by Mr. Sager and did not enjoy it. 

Kit while seeming to be a meek and mild in home care aid is really a character with layers. The more I read the more complex I realized Kit was. At first she comes off as a nosy woman who is desperate for any job in the health care field that she can get after a horrible accident. 

Despite being unable to talk you get a feel for Lenora as she types out her story on an old typewriter. Plagued with polio and several strokes Lenora is silent but manages to comminute quickly with taps and her eyes which show she has a lot to say.

Even though I did not care for other work by Mr. Sager I did enjoy The Only One Left to consider other work by Mr. Sager. The story moved along at a brisk pace never leaving me bored with what was going on. The mysteries were many and several twists occurred. I figured out of some of the mysteries but not all of them. The ending also tied up every character's fate which I appreciate. 

One Dark Window

 

My friend recommended One Dark Window and I put myself on the wait list for it from the library.

Elspeth is a complex character and despite sharing head space with a monster I still got a good feel for who she is. Secretive, smart, and quiet has been Elspeth's armor for years. Unable to show anyone who she is for fear of being arrested Elspeth trusts no one and refuses to share her secrets with anyone. 

My biggest complaint was that the providence cards did not play as much of a role as I wanted them to. I wanted to know more about how they were made, how they were used over the years, and what cards the king carries with him if any. 

The writing is lovely and it is very gothic centered. My friend was generous enough lend me Two Twisted Crowns  but I a hesitant to read it. While anxious to know how the story ends I know my friends favorite thing is when a main character dies which is far from my favorite thing.