A grand novel with a huge, bold arch that pulls itself off with wit. Loosely following the spread of nuclear technology throughout the world the charming story allows for the suspension of disbelief because of the protagonist's likeability, easily compared to Forest Gump. Jumping back and forth from the historical to the present day anti-heist, both storylines are compelling and all tie up nicely. Definitely some oddball activities in connecting the dots of major events in world political history but with the humour to match, it was a frivolous delight.
9 June/July 2015
