'Touch' by Claire North is a supernatural thriller that delves into the concept of ghosts being able to jump from body to body with a mere touch. The story follows Kepler, an entity that can move its consciousness from person to person, leaving the previous host with no memory of the possession. Kepler embarks on a journey to find the group responsible for the murder of its present host, encountering a path of destruction and a hunt for a being known as Galileo. The narrative is fast-paced, action-packed, and includes elements of science fiction, exploration of the corrupting nature of power, and the real-world implications of body-hopping abilities.
The writing style of 'Touch' is described as dark, sharp, and filled with unexpected turns of phrase. The book is commended for its unique and imaginative concept, the exploration of philosophical points about life choices, and the fast-paced thriller elements. Readers are drawn into the story of Kepler, a being that has inhabited numerous bodies over centuries, and the moral dilemmas and challenges it faces as it navigates a world where its abilities are both a gift and a curse.
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Content warnings include themes of violence, murder, and existential dread, given the nature of the protagonist's experiences.
Has Romance?
There are elements of romantic attachment, though the focus is more on character and existential themes than on traditional romance.
From The Publisher:
Touch is an electrifying thriller by the author of The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August and 84K.
He tried to take my life. Instead, I took his.
It was a long time ago. I remember it was dark, and I didn't see my killer until it was too late. As I died, my hand touched his. That's when the first switch took place.
Suddenly, I was looking through the eyes of my killer, and I was watching myself die. Now switching is easy. I can jump from body to body, have any life, be anyone.
Some people touch lives. Others take them. I do both.
More by Claire North:
The Gameshouse
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The End of the Day
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Touch
The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August
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My first book by British author Claire North. A body switching who-done-it.
"Touch" was first published in 2014 and tells the story of a man named Kepler who has the ability to manipulate people's memories and emotions with a touch. The book explores the consequences of this ability and the choices that Kepler must make as he navigates a complex web of relationships and power struggles. The novel has been well received by critics, with many praising its thought-provoking themes and North's writing style.
An enjoyable listen. I’ve already lined up to listen to her book “The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August.”
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