"A life lived in fear is a life half-lived." 

Molly is at home with her two children when she hears footsteps and comes face to face with an intruder who seems to know everything about her and her family. As she attempts to protect her family, Molly is spiraling as she must confront the dualities of motherhood. 

This book was really weird, but I surprisingly enjoyed it. I had no idea what to expect going into it, but it turned out to be a compelling speculative sci-fi thriller that I couldn't put down. 

I liked how the characters felt real. As her husband was away on business trips, Molly had to juggle work life and home life as she was making discoveries as a paleobotanist as well as parenting two young children. Phillips really showcased the struggles of motherhood - the loving, fulfilling side of it, but also the dreadful stress of it all and the periods of wanting to be alone. I personally felt stressed for Molly just reading about the chaotic lifestyle of taking care of two children under the age of four. 

I want to say more, but then I'd be spoiling the twists and turns that occurred. The chapters were short, the prose was gorgeous, and the imagery was perfect. I think my only complaint was how the book ended, but I guess I'm not sure how else it could have ended and worked well at the same time. I am also going to point out that this book reaffirmed why I don't want kids. Not that I needed a reminder, but it did not fail 😂