urlphantomhive's review
3.0
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This was a freebie on Amazon, and it turned to be the companion (read teaser) to the new book Rat Runners.
Imagine London with more cameras and observation on every street corner. Privacy has been sacrificed for the greater good of safety. Children, so-called rat runners, are observed less so they are used to do the legwork for the criminals.
Although it was quite an interesting story (not that original because it is Orwell's nightmare in London again), it was too short to get attached to any of the characters or to really get into the story. I quite liked the writing, so if I were to come across the full novel, I think I would read it.
This was a freebie on Amazon, and it turned to be the companion (read teaser) to the new book Rat Runners.
Imagine London with more cameras and observation on every street corner. Privacy has been sacrificed for the greater good of safety. Children, so-called rat runners, are observed less so they are used to do the legwork for the criminals.
Although it was quite an interesting story (not that original because it is Orwell's nightmare in London again), it was too short to get attached to any of the characters or to really get into the story. I quite liked the writing, so if I were to come across the full novel, I think I would read it.
spinesinaline's review
3.0
This was a very short read but pretty entertaining! The use of present tense was a little off-putting at first but once you become familiar with it, it's easy to fall into the story.
This book followed three kids who are involved in the criminal world and trying to do their best to survive under a dangerous boss. Their latest heist offers them a chance at freedom but it won't be easy to escape their past.
Overall, it was a fairly interesting read; not the best story but it's good if you're looking for something quick.
This book followed three kids who are involved in the criminal world and trying to do their best to survive under a dangerous boss. Their latest heist offers them a chance at freedom but it won't be easy to escape their past.
Overall, it was a fairly interesting read; not the best story but it's good if you're looking for something quick.
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