MixedDen of GeekMalerman’s prose is sparse and urgent, fitting for Malorie’s world and it makes for a compulsive and speedy read ... Teenagers resentful of their grumpy mum are only so interesting, for so long, and their initial isolation could have dragged in less able hands, so Malorie is strongest when other characters come into play in the second half ... the finishing stretch never less than completely thrilling, however a conclusion that feels incredibly rushed and very unsatisfying might leave you feeling cheated – plot wise.
