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Reviewed by Makeda Cummings for Readers' Favorite
In Iam Oliver's The Book of Aesop: Walking with Shadows, the tension is real and unrelenting. Danger stalks Aesop (Eric Pickles) and his trusty MI6 associates (Rupert and Gymslip) at every turn. A planned and unexpected attack results in one of their very own fighting for life, thus rattling their group's sense of security. This brutal assault leaves them rocked by fear and mistrust. Amid the tension, multiple questions arise. Soon, trust within their inner circles begins to unravel. Could it be that one of them is, in fact, a secret mole? With the unknown enemy lurking in the shadows and allegiances under question, Aesop and his associates incessantly search for answers. Their quest leads them closer to uncovering the ever-elusive New World Order, exposing betrayals and a promising romance that refuses to be doused, even amid the turmoil.
The Book of Aesop: Walking with Shadows by Iam Oliver is a spellbinding sci-fi novel that combines mystery and romance. Its pulse-pounding plot twists, nuanced characters, and compelling storyline, without a doubt, make it thoroughly engaging. Aesop's inner battles are just as absorbing as watching him and his team navigate the external threats they encounter throughout their journey. The prose finds that ideal harmony between impactful and lyrical. The pacing is relentless, especially around those moments that build revelation, emotional depth, and drama. If you have a soft spot for novels like The Hunt for Red October and The Traitor, this narrative will not disappoint. Walking with Shadows isn't just a tale about espionage—it is about trust, self-identity, and the power of hope even when everything around you appears to be rapidly unraveling.
