Lingering by Melissa Simonson (2019)
-eARC Review-

Fiction | Sci-Fi
Blurb:

“Death doesn’t have to be the end.
With Lingering, your departed loved ones are only ever a phone call or text message away.*
Say all those things you should have said. Get their advice, hear their comforting words. Let them celebrate your achievements and soothe your fears like they used to.
Everyone is welcome, and consultations are always free.

*Some conditions may apply. Please call our office for details.” 
–Goodreads 

Expected Publication Date: March 31, 2019 

pooled ink Review:

Thank you to the author for submitting this book for review!

This was definitely an interesting read…If you’re into science fiction, not the space stuff but the wild technological type, then this is a book for you. AI is always an uneasy yet unrelentingly intriguing puzzle to ponder and I really liked how this book posed the possibility through the lens of love and loss. And not only do we get to witness a plot threaded with technology both amazing and terrifying, but the fast-paced plot weaves together characters that come together in connection to Clarissa: her fiancé, her murderer, and her creator. This was a good blend of sci-fi, thriller, and heart.

There’s a lot that evolves throughout this story but I’m going to keep my review short because this is just one of those books where knowing less is more when you decide to pick it up and dive in. But as I said, it’s got a lot going for it. If you like science fiction, artificial intelligence, crime thrillers, and an unexpected depth and weight beneath it all, then seriously, check this one out.

 Purchase Here: Lingering

Meet Melissa Simonson!

Melissa watches more Dr. Phil than is optimal, and lives in Massachusetts with her husband, son, and herd of animals.

She could probably beat your ass at Harry Potter trivia no matter how much she’s had to drink.
-Melissa’s Website

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