Sexton does these multigenerational moving snapshots that lend complexity to her characters. It is a very effective strategy for showing the reasons for their actions, how the synchronicity exists beyond even the story. I really fell in love with the characters, and not just the women, but TC and Renard. Terry is also a complex character of a man in recovery. I've seen other reviewers depict these men as weak (especially in contrast to the women), but that's a very shallow take. They are playing their cards the best they can.

In any case, Sexton is just brilliant here. I loved the magic of The Revisionists, but this novel is even more approachable and packs a solid punch. Great read!