Title: Tigerman
Author: Nick Harkaway
First published May 22, 2014
337 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9780385352413 (ISBN10: 0385352417)
Rating: 3.92
Overview
Detective Sergeant Barbara Havers is facing her toughest case yet. Her friend Taymullah Azhar’s daughter, Hadiyyah, has been taken by her own mother, and Barbara is powerless to help.
As they hire a private detective and the trail goes cold, Azhar begins to lose hope. But when Angelina returns with the news that Hadiyyah has been kidnapped in Italy, Barbara takes matters into her own hands.
Despite the Yard’s reluctance to get involved, Barbara risks her career and teams up with her partner, Inspector Thomas Lynley, to uncover the truth. As they delve deeper, they find themselves entangled in a web of secrets and lies that could have far-reaching consequences beyond the investigation.
With the life of a little girl at stake and everything on the line, Barbara must choose what she’s willing to sacrifice to protect what matters most.
About the Author
Cornwall, UK saw the birth of Nick Harkaway in 1972. His striking eyebrows hold an almost hypnotic sway over small children, dogs, and his beautiful human rights lawyer wife.
He finds pleasure in oceans, mountains, valleys, lakes, and the marzipan pigs that Switzerland offers during new year’s festivities.
However, bivalves don’t sit well with him as he finds them untrustworthy.
Editoral Review
Tigerman, by Nick Harkaway is an enthralling read that is sure to captivate readers interested in mystery, adventure, and dystopian fiction. The book, published in 2014, is an exceptional work of contemporary literature that blends action, humor, and irony.
Nick Harkaway, the author of this book, is an acclaimed British novelist whose previous works include The Gone-Away World and Angelmaker.
The novel takes place on a volcanic island of Mancreu, in the South Pacific, where the protagonist, Sergeant Lester Ferris, a solitary British soldier, is stationed.
Mancreu is a failed state, a lawless haven for drug dealers, smugglers, and corrupt officials. Against this backdrop, Ferris becomes a reluctant adoptive father figure to a young boy who calls himself Robin, and whom he nicknames “Tigerman.” Together, they embark on a journey of adventure and discovery as they seek to solve a murder mystery and confront the ghosts of the island’s dark past.
What makes Tigerman such an exceptional book is that it thrills readers not just with an engaging story, but also with its remarkable insight into the human condition. Harkaways novel grapples with issues of morality, identity, and personal responsibility in a world that has become increasingly dystopian.
In this sense, it is not just a great work of fiction, but also a work of social commentary.
Harkaway’s writing style is superb, blending descriptive prose with wry humor and satire.
The characters are well-drawn, and their development is carefully crafted as the story unfolds. The pacing is nearly impeccable, with subtle suspense and surprises lurking around every corner.
One of the strengths of this book is the way in which it is able to make readers confront the ambiguities of contemporary life. It illuminates the human experience with a nuanced and thoughtful perspective.
This makes Tigerman a deeply relevant book that both challenges and entertains its readers.
While the book is not without its flaws, they are relatively minor.
At times, the plot can be overly complex, making it difficult to follow. However, this is largely offset by Harkaways skillful storytelling and the development of the characters.
Overall, Tigerman is a remarkable work of contemporary fiction that is well worth reading. It is an ambitious, intelligent, and entertaining novel that will not disappoint.
For readers who appreciate the complexities of the human condition, Tigerman is a book that offers both an adventurous tale and profound insights. This is a book that is recommended for readers of all ages who appreciate exceptional literary works.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5.
