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Book Review of Origin

Origin
Origin
Author: Diana Abu-Jaber
Genre: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
Book Type: Hardcover
reviewed Subtle, subtly different on + 8 more book reviews


The protagonist was raised by apes in the rain forest. Now she reads fingerprints for a living. There's a baby killer loose in Syracuse NY. And it's cold, so cold.

Or maybe not. I read this novel in 90-degree heat and felt like I was getting frostbite. An excellent, subtle book. Unique voice, terrific writing, and there's actually a story there...kind of literary novel crossed with mystery. Highly recommended.