arthurbdd's review
3.0
Solid start to an interesting experiment in writing a 40K novel for kids. What drags down the star rating is that, by the end, I don't think the series stuck the landing - so this is setting up a lot of plot threads which don't quite conclude satisfyingly by the end. Full review: https://fakegeekboy.wordpress.com/2019/02/27/its-grim-and-dark-for-kids-too/
xakyr's review against another edition
4.0
FTC DISCLAIMER: I RECEIVED AN E-ARC FROM THE PUBLISHER THROUGH NET GALLEY. I VOLUNTARILY OFFER MY HONEST REVIEW OF THE BOOK, THOUGH IT IS NOT EXPECTED OF ME! RECEIPT OF THIS BOOK IN THIS MANNER DOES NOT AFFECT MY OPINION OF THE BOOK OR THE CONTENT OF MY REVIEW!
I was intrigued by the idea of a Warhammer book for young adults, so when I saw this on offer on NetGalley, I knew I had to read it for review in order to see if it was something I could possibly interest my son in. I found this book to be a sound introduction to the Warhammer 40,000 universe!
By using young adults as the focus for the characterization in the story, it gave readers a sense of a kindred spirit that they could more easily connect with, showing them the universe without all of its more adult appropriate detail. The story was a good adventure, showcasing a female lead that could be used as someone for girls to look up to and aspire to emulate. However, the book used a lot of jargon and concepts that were unique to Warhammer 40K that may intimidate readers not familiar with the universe, even with the included Glossary of Terms at the end of the story. Another issue I had was that I thought that the book might be mislabeled. Parents of sensitive readers should be cautious, as this does showcase a lot of wanton destruction on the part of the Necrons, and I felt it might be a more appropriate read for older young adult readers.
With developed characters that still have room to grow and an engaging story that left the reader with a sense that they had completed one adventure but still had many more to come, I found this to be an enjoyable read that I would recommend to my reluctant reader son!
I was intrigued by the idea of a Warhammer book for young adults, so when I saw this on offer on NetGalley, I knew I had to read it for review in order to see if it was something I could possibly interest my son in. I found this book to be a sound introduction to the Warhammer 40,000 universe!
By using young adults as the focus for the characterization in the story, it gave readers a sense of a kindred spirit that they could more easily connect with, showing them the universe without all of its more adult appropriate detail. The story was a good adventure, showcasing a female lead that could be used as someone for girls to look up to and aspire to emulate. However, the book used a lot of jargon and concepts that were unique to Warhammer 40K that may intimidate readers not familiar with the universe, even with the included Glossary of Terms at the end of the story. Another issue I had was that I thought that the book might be mislabeled. Parents of sensitive readers should be cautious, as this does showcase a lot of wanton destruction on the part of the Necrons, and I felt it might be a more appropriate read for older young adult readers.
With developed characters that still have room to grow and an engaging story that left the reader with a sense that they had completed one adventure but still had many more to come, I found this to be an enjoyable read that I would recommend to my reluctant reader son!
paulopaperbooksonly's review
3.0
This was created to make children into Black Library world. I can't say it's as much woke as I inniatily thought. In this story we follow 3 kids and one talking monkey as they are leaving a world after being attack my Necrons. It's really fast paced. There are some glimpses on how somethings work like Warp and other travel information. Nothing really regarding Chaos, The Emperor and so on... There are some cliches you expect from a children book. BUT to me perfectly honest I believe it's a solid book for children not for adults. It's not that developed.
Black Library & Games Workshop are Woke BUT they also know they can't change overnight or most of their writers will skip them. The books are interesting because they usually don't dwell on comparisons between nowadays politics. I really hope they stop this BUT it seems they will not.
Black Library & Games Workshop are Woke BUT they also know they can't change overnight or most of their writers will skip them. The books are interesting because they usually don't dwell on comparisons between nowadays politics. I really hope they stop this BUT it seems they will not.
trackofwords's review against another edition
4.0
Attack of the Necron is a planet-hopping tale of action, danger and bravery in the face of an ancient alien menace. Zelia Lor and her mother, along with Lexmechanic Erasmus and young Martian tech-savant Mekki, travel the galaxy excavating ancient technology and unearthing pre-Imperial history. When their latest expedition is curtailed by a devastating alien invasion, Zelia finds herself torn from her familiar life and thrown into a perilous journey through the void of space with the relentless Necron threat looming ever-present.
Yes, it’s a children’s book set in the 40k universe, which is about as grim and unpleasant a setting as you can imagine, but it’s handled well, maintaining a sense of 40k’s overall tone and aesthetic whilst focusing on elements which will appeal to younger readers.
It’s brilliantly pacy and full of excitement as events quickly move from location to location, and while it works well as a standalone tale, it’s clearly setting the scene and kicking off a wider story (to say more risks spoilers). As an introduction to 40k it’s cleverly constructed and well thought out, as well as being tremendous fun – and yes, 40k CAN be fun.
Read the full review at https://www.trackofwords.com/2019/02/13/warped-galaxies-attack-of-the-necron-cavan-scott/
Yes, it’s a children’s book set in the 40k universe, which is about as grim and unpleasant a setting as you can imagine, but it’s handled well, maintaining a sense of 40k’s overall tone and aesthetic whilst focusing on elements which will appeal to younger readers.
It’s brilliantly pacy and full of excitement as events quickly move from location to location, and while it works well as a standalone tale, it’s clearly setting the scene and kicking off a wider story (to say more risks spoilers). As an introduction to 40k it’s cleverly constructed and well thought out, as well as being tremendous fun – and yes, 40k CAN be fun.
Read the full review at https://www.trackofwords.com/2019/02/13/warped-galaxies-attack-of-the-necron-cavan-scott/
nooker's review against another edition
4.0
Fun story. Definitely written for about middle school kids, so my son liked it alot too and is eagerly anticipating the next volume. Nice to have a girl main character in a book that mostly boys will read. They need to see that.
traditionson's review
4.0
As someone who has tried the main darker adult based series I found this one far more inclusive. I loved this book it is half and half from dark to childlike. It had some darker elements to it with the utter destruction of planets, the murders and the truth of slavery. However the more children friendly elements and clutch saves really just added enough up turns to make it an easier read. It does really gloss over some of the darker sides of the Warhammer universes. I am highly looking forward to seeing how it grows.
academianut's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book! As a teacher and avid reader of sci fi, YA, and Warhammer 40k and fantasy, I was excited for this book, and it fulfilled more than I could have asked for! All the characters were beautifully developed beyond the stock characters they could have been (pacifist leader, gang - kid lancer, tiny tech-priest) and they all were wonderful folks for each other - and the fact that the main character, the team glue of the group, was a strong girl of color was refreshing, especially in a franchise (Warhammer) that is often overly dominated by and targeted at males. As someone who has always wondered about the lives of the everyday characters the Black Library usually passes by, with their stars-high focus on godlike space marines or custodes, mysterious inquisitors, gritty guardsmen (though I do love these characters too), it's nice to see a "from the ground" perspective of the Warhammer 40k universe. (shout out also to Nick Kyme, who is a for-adults writer but does provide that humanizing perspective as well, same as I appreciated in this book). I can't wait for the next adventure of this engaging band of heroes, and know that many kids, probably some in my school, will love this book!
circus_of_damned's review
4.0
A fun action packed sci-fi romp in space. The story was quick and action packed in the best ways. While offering alittle of the grandness u would expect of space battle. The kids while being obviously very self sufficient and intelligent they still felt and acted like preteens would. Also the introduction of the Jokaero really added something to the story for me.