Family Matters by Anthony Rolls – A domestic British Library Crime Classic!
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I review Family Matters by Anthony Rolls, a British Library Crime Classics pick. I unpack how this domestic murder mystery makes the victim a fully drawn, unlikeable figure, Robert Arthur Kewdingham, and describe the slow burn, claustrophobic family life, clever plotting and why I found my copy half read.
Rolly's Take
This blog resonates with those who find intrigue in the labyrinth of human relationships, particularly when they veer into the darker corners of familial bonds. It speaks to readers who appreciate the complexity of flawed characters, especially when the unlikable become the focal point of the narrative, inviting reflection on our own thresholds for empathy. Here, the exploration of a claustrophobic home life and the slow unraveling of motives creates a haunting atmosphere that lingers long after the last page is turned. It offers a nuanced examination of domesticity, revealing how the familiar can become unsettling in the hands of a skilled storyteller.