I found this one a little slow to get going but once I was invested the plot rattled along. I guessed the identity of the killer, and the relationship between two of the suspects, fairly early on. But it didn't mar my enjoyment of the rest of the book. I like all the main characters, even the people who are supposed to be the 'rivals' to our twin protagonists, but I think my favourites are probably Jem and Charlotte.

The story relating to the play I could have done without but that's probably because I'm not especially creative and found the conflict grating and not something that I understand either position particularly well. I liked Charlotte's part in this storyline though, I found her measured and patient and seemed to have Hannah's best interests at heart.

I look forward to finding out how this author is going to keep the premise fresh over so many novels.