Anna and Devon are memorable characters ... The way Mullen constructs Rumor, alternating between the two protagonists' individual investigations, smartly invites us into the story ... Mullen's lean prose captures a variety of attitudes about both the war in Europe and at home.
A disturbing yarn about a divided, rumor-riddled nation that offers apt but unstated parallels to present-day America ... The writing is tight, and most characters are well-drawn. The lone misstep is a doomed romance between Lemire and Mulvey, which lacks credibility and adds little to the plot.
Attractive characters, plenty of action, and a solid grasp of history make this a superior thriller and also a snapshot of a particularly shameful moment in the history of the United States.
