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Investigative psychologist Philip Taiwo returns. This time trying to see past his own bad experience of churches to help discover what has happened to the bishop’s wife at his sister’s church. Once again he has to combat corruption and secrecy in sections of Nigerian society who would rather he didn’t discover their secrets.

 

I really enjoyed the first book in this series, Lightseekers. Philip’s experience of working with American police means he brings a mix of outsider perspective and insider knowledge that makes it easier for me as someone with no firsthand knowledge of the Nigerian settings of the books feel like I am welcome as a reader.

 

This sequel spends more time exploring both why the Taiwos have returned to Nigeria, and the impact the move has had on the family. I actually would have enjoyed more of this.

 

The main investigation plot doesn’t shy away from being complicated, so make sure you’re paying attention when reading. In saying that it’s not over complicated and does make sense.