"How we do things shapes what we do." When you come to that point in the book, it's a declaration of a character's growth that they understand the importance of being intentional in their work, of understanding the consequences of their actions that manifest long after the decisions are made.

More than just being a good story, it's an important one. Eliot captures a number of trends - the declining faith in institutions, the growing power of non-state actors, the increasing reliance on technology in every corner of society - and weaves a compelling story throughout that asks essential questions.

Eliot's characters are fully realized - you feel each has their own rich story yet to be written - and their interactions feel honest in a way that many contemporary thrillers don't. Throughout the book, throw-away observations yield fascinating insights into who the characters are and what motivates them - creating a thoroughly immersive experience.

I loved reading this book. Eliot's at the top of his game.