A gripping and dark story completely ruined by the constant Covid references from start to finish. As the story takes place during 2020/2021 no reference to the pandemic would be rather odd but I counted over 95 references throughout the book virtually all of which are unnecessary, hold no bearing to the story and certainly do not add any value to the reader. Derogatory trite language covidiots, anti vaxxers, superspreaders, Corona cannon fodder, constant talk about mask wearing for no reason other than to mention it. A masterclass in propaganda. The authors note also adds to the bewildering lack of knowledge, ignorance and naivety of the author.