The main character, Ian, seems to be in touch with life, with the hassle and transience of squatting, but events increase his search for contact with others, as well as showing up the underlying isolation of his position.
The strength of the book is its attention to detail, its ordinariness and the sensitivity with which Ian and his relationship with Peter is portrayed. Although there is a lack of engagement and passion verging on the bleak, there is a sense of emptiness just waiting to be filled, a possibility of starting anew.
An undemanding yet moving read.
