I almost DNF’d this book multiple times, but something kept me turning the pages. It certainly wasn’t the main character, who I think most readers are not going to relate to whatsoever.
Things I did like:
The setting was unique and the book did have an eerie atmosphere.

The action in The Colony of Lost Souls takes place in post depression 1930s California. May and June Anderson are sisters born less than a year apart who have been separated. May goes looking for June at a mysterious location dubbed The Colony where members believe in reincarnation, the magic of the sea and are overseen by complex leader Rex. Bothered by Rex’s hold of the group, May gets initiated then tries her hardest to uncover the cults true intentions.

I found this book very difficult to get through. I will always pick up a story that heavily involves cults in its plot, but this one really dragged and left me wanting more a more defined plot line. Because of this I am rating it 2.75 (3) stars.

I received this advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review and feedback.

This was a quick and easy read. The storyline was interesting and nicely paced throughout the read, and the characters were enjoyable.