Smithy returns, once again in epistolary form, in this sequel set a short while after the events of the first novel. Moving from the old manor setting of the first to a research laboratory, we follow the signing chimp as he adjusts to his new confines and begins to exhibit signs that perhaps a dark entity may have followed him to his new home.

A good, creepy follow up to the original, if a bit heavy in courtroom drama in the back half of the book. Highly recommended, must read the first however!

**I was given a copy of this book by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. My thanks to Inkshares and Netgalley**

I was so intrigued by the blur band the unique spin on a horror tale. But this was slow, too slow. I tried to slog through so much unnecessary tangents but couldn't do it. Would love to read a more condensed version with a quicker pace.