Katy Jordan’s "The Red Rocket " is a bold, emotionally charged exploration of trauma, redemption, and the burden of past mistakes. From the gripping prologue that opens with a devastating car crash to the intricately woven relationships within the secretive Colour Coded organisation, Jordan crafts a narrative that is both cinematic and raw. At its core is Jacob Turner, now codenamed Rocket, a deeply conflicted protagonist who is constantly at war with his guilt. After a tragic accident and his decision to flee the scene, Jacob enters a clandestine world where identities are hidden but pasts still bleed through. What sets this book apart is Jordan’s unflinching portrayal of mental health. Rocket’s internal struggles are handled with realism and compassion, especially as he navigates survivor’s guilt, self-worth, and the judgment of those closest to him. The ensemble cast, each with a code name and complex backstory, adds richness to the plot. The death and symbolic funeral of ...