Home by Cailean Steed

Back of the Book

Someone has broken into Zoe’s flat. A man she thought she’d never have to see again.
They call him the Hand of God.

He knows about her job in the cafe, her life in Dublin, her ex-girlfriend, even the knife she’s hidden under the mattress.
She thought she’d left him far behind, along with the cult of the Children and their isolated compound Home – but now he’s found her, and she knows she must go back to rescue the sister who helped her escape all those years before.

But returning to Home means going back to the enforced worship and strict gender roles Zoe has long since moved beyond; back to the abuse and indoctrination she’s fought desperately to overcome.

Going back will make her question everything she believed about her past – but could also risk her hard-won freedom. Can she break free a second time?

One – My name is Zoe
Two – I am here to rescue my sister Amy
Three – Nothing anyone says here is true
Four –
Four –
What is my fourth true thing?

BOOK REVIEW

Home by Cailean Steed is a haunting and compelling story about the perils of cults and the fight for freedom and individuality. The book follows the story of Zoe, who had escaped from the isolated compound Home and has been living a life of independence in Dublin. However, her past comes back to haunt her when a man she thought she’d left behind breaks into her flat and forces her to return to Home to rescue her sister.

What follows is a gripping narrative that explores the dangers of religious extremism and how it can lead to the subjugation of individuals and their identities. Cailean Steed does an excellent job of bringing to attention the gender roles and expectations that are still present in society today, and how they can be used as tools of oppression by those in power. The story is similar in tone and creepiness to Margaret Atwood’s Handmaid’s Tale, but with its own unique take on the theme.

The characters in the book are well-developed and memorable. Zoe is a strong and relatable protagonist who struggles with the conflicting emotions of wanting to save her sister while also dreading returning to the oppressive environment of Home. Her inner turmoil is expertly conveyed, and the reader is fully invested in her journey. The other characters, both good and bad, are also well-drawn, with each one having a unique personality and motivation.

What I loved most about this book was how it kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. The tension is palpable, and the stakes are high, as Zoe risks everything to rescue her sister. Cailean Steed’s writing style is gripping and immersive, and I found myself fully immersed in the world of the book.

Overall, Home is a five-star read that I loved from start to finish. Cailean Steed is a new auto-buy author for me, and I can’t wait to see what they come up with next. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves thought-provoking stories about freedom, identity, and the fight for survival in a world that seeks to subjugate. Highly recommended!

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