About the book
Be careful what you wish for. A small town librarian lives a quiet life without much excitement. One day, she mutters an idle wish and, while standing in her house, is struck by lightning. But instead of ending her life, this cataclysmic event sparks it into a new beginning. She goes in search of Lazarus Jones, a fellow survivor who was struck dead, then simply got up and walked away. Perhaps this stranger who has seen death face to face can teach her to live without fear. When she finds him he is opposite, a burning man whose breath can boil water and whose touch scorches.
Reviewed by Shipton Bellinger WI Reading Group:
Well written as always, but a very depressing story. A bit of a disappointment after the Blackbird House, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Star rating: **
