2.5 stars
The Cresswell Plot by Eliza Wass was a story that drew me in the moment I read the summary. When I was able to get my hands on a copy of this book, I immediately dove in and have to admit, I’m still not sure how I feel about it.

The story itself was something I found intriguing but I wish I knew better what the father’s goal was. I definitely felt for these kids and the fact that they were outcasts in their town. It was sad how their father used these kids and held their actions over each other’s heads and the relationships these kids had with each other was definitely odd.

I’m not sure what to say about the rest of the story here – mostly because it’s very much focused on the relationships these characters have with each other more than anything else. Once things start to unravel for their father, things turn quickly and perhaps that is where I have the hardest time tying this all together. It was definitely rushed and I wish there had been more explanation of why their father chose the path he did as well as what happened to everyone in the end.

This was one I am on the fence with and don’t know who I would recommend this to. I think if you are looking for something different with some creepy characters and religious undertones, consider this one. The book is a quick read and definitely different from anything I have read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the review copy!