Daylight Saving ~ Edward Hogan

Daylight Saving by Edward Hogan is a YA mystery. Daniel is dragged to Leisure World for a half-term holiday with his depressed dad, he doesn’t expect to have a good time. Daniel is overweight, he hates sport and his dad blames him for the divorce. Then Daniel meets a mysterious girl, Lexie whose bruises appear to get worse each time they meet. 

I remember Daylight Saving being my favourite book when I was in my teens. It was one of those books that I read once because the plot stayed so clearly in my mind that I didn’t need to reread it. This is the first time I’ve reread it since the first time and I still recalled nearly all of the plot.

Daniel is an interesting character, he’s incredibly bitter and hurt at the beginning and doesn’t quite know how to deal with his anger. His dad is also struggling to deal and has turned to alcohol which causes even more friction between the two of them. With how the mystery is surrounding Lexie, she comes across as a bit of a know-it-all just because she has that knowledge. But I like how she views the world, especially after her history. 

It’s a little difficult to review the plot as whilst reading it, I could recall quite a lot. I do like how the mystery is played out and whilst it is a little predictable in some parts, the idea is so unique that I don’t think I’ve seen it since. It’s a story that I love despite still remembering it too well to really get the surprise of the mystery.

I still love this book, it might not have been quite as good as I remember it (but that might be because I’ve read so many other brilliant books). It’s still a firm favourite that I’ve given four-point two-five stars.

C🌙