3 / 5 ⭐️'ˢ 

 

“Fellow Travelers” By Thomas Mallon 

 

📕 Edition: Audiobook 

 

A story of faith, love, and betrayal set against the backdrop of McCarthy's reign of terror. Though not what I initially anticipated, it was a compelling exploration of an important era in American history. 📚🇺🇸. While I expected a focus on romance, the novel primarily delved into the intricate web of political intrigue in 1950s Washington, D.C. The budding relationship between Timothy Laughlin and Hawkins Fuller took a back seat to the drama of McCarthyism. 

 

The story unfolds amidst a cast of larger-than-life figures like Richard Nixon and Joe McCarthy. Mallon's vivid portrayal of this era made it feel like I was living through the tumultuous political landscape of the time. 

 

I would advise potential readers to check for content warnings, as the novel touches on themes that may be sensitive to some. 

 

Thank you @NetGalley, Thomas Mallon and Dreamscape Media for providing me with this ARC in exchange for my honest review.