An intriguing sci-fi which centres around Natalie Chaulieu as she investigates a series of deaths in a workers utopia. The story is told through Natalie’s eyes as she poetically describes and reflects upon what she finds within this strange world and what caused the deaths. Her reflections and contemplation are often interestingly bizarre, for instance Natalie categorises the people she meets as insipid amoebas with the occasional ox thrown in. There’s plenty within to apply to current society as well as: Puppeteers who depict mindless violence, officials who avoid charges through their status, traditions around Death, poverty, workers conditions etc. and plenty of witty commentary on them. Although I loved the weirdness of the book I occasionally got a bit lost and had to re-read sections of Natalie’s thoughts on what was happening. Overall its a strange and unique story with plenty to keep you entertained.