The Lone Woman

I had previously read "The Lone Man" and was keen to explore more of Atxaga's writing. "The Lone Woman" is a slower, more contemplative work - it is not a thriller and it does not have quite the same level of excitement. However, it is still a fascinating read. Does it tell us anything about terrorists? I don't think so. We don't really ever understand how the protagonist got into the movement. It is an insight into the effects of imprisonment, though, and how this is borne and how it feels to finally be released.It is only 120 pages, but the writer has made every word count. You can't skim read it.In short, an interesting novel but don't expect a repeat of the Lone Man.