A review by mitchk
An Instance of the Fingerpost by Iain Pears

challenging dark informative mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A classic- that I’m glad I’ve read. The book is organised into 4 sections - each on narrated by one of the characters. We get each characters viewport of a situation and need to untangle the lies, misdirection, omissions and falsehoods from each account to get closer to the truth. Full of Reformation politics and players - which makes it huge on atmosphere is a little heavy on introspection!