lukeswinney's review against another edition
4.0
This took me over a year to read - putting it down, picking it back up, etc. So definitely not a five-star book, but in the end I was interested enough when I really got into reading it. I'll probably read the sequels just to find out what happens!
wrenlee's review against another edition
4.0
Likes:
Wow. The characters were downright amazing. I fell in love with Cai's sassy personality, Rex's devotion, and Tunde's enthusiasm. They problem solved differently than everyone else. I loved that. I could ignore the fact that they were geniuses. Their characters were so amazing. I wanted to be friends with all of them.
The tension was palpable! I rarely say that, but, with this book, it's true. I was always on the edge of my seat. Would they fail? Would they win? What would happen? I had to know. The author was very skilled in writing the tension. I was so nervous during the competition!
And the ending was so full of tension. I was freaking the flip out. What would happen? What is Terminal? What is Kiran's plan? I gots to know! (And I slyly inserted a How I Met Your Mother reference. Self five!)
Dislikes:
The story didn't have a lot of time for the Game. Which sucked. I wanted more of the Game. Maybe more levels? Something! It was an interesting concept. Young geniuses battling it out? Intriguing. Give me more. I was a bit disappointed by the lack of information about the Game. To me, it passed by too fast. Slow down, bro.
I didn't understand some of the Nigerian words Tunde used. Okay...I didn't know any of them. There was a lack of knowledge about Tunde's words, and I couldn't really discern what he meant. Was omo a friend? A partner? What did it mean? Typically, books add in a section for definitions. But this one had nothing. I was super confused about this, and I, admittedly, wanted to know more. Sorry for being curious and inquisitive.
I hate genius kids. I hate them so much. They might be amazing people. I admit that. But I hate their genius-ness. This is mostly because I'm not a genius or even a prodigy. I'm normal. In the most abnormal way. I admit, begrudgingly, that these little geniuses were fantastic. Absolutely fantastic.
Wow. The characters were downright amazing. I fell in love with Cai's sassy personality, Rex's devotion, and Tunde's enthusiasm. They problem solved differently than everyone else. I loved that. I could ignore the fact that they were geniuses. Their characters were so amazing. I wanted to be friends with all of them.
The tension was palpable! I rarely say that, but, with this book, it's true. I was always on the edge of my seat. Would they fail? Would they win? What would happen? I had to know. The author was very skilled in writing the tension. I was so nervous during the competition!
And the ending was so full of tension. I was freaking the flip out. What would happen? What is Terminal? What is Kiran's plan? I gots to know! (And I slyly inserted a How I Met Your Mother reference. Self five!)
Dislikes:
The story didn't have a lot of time for the Game. Which sucked. I wanted more of the Game. Maybe more levels? Something! It was an interesting concept. Young geniuses battling it out? Intriguing. Give me more. I was a bit disappointed by the lack of information about the Game. To me, it passed by too fast. Slow down, bro.
I didn't understand some of the Nigerian words Tunde used. Okay...I didn't know any of them. There was a lack of knowledge about Tunde's words, and I couldn't really discern what he meant. Was omo a friend? A partner? What did it mean? Typically, books add in a section for definitions. But this one had nothing. I was super confused about this, and I, admittedly, wanted to know more. Sorry for being curious and inquisitive.
I hate genius kids. I hate them so much. They might be amazing people. I admit that. But I hate their genius-ness. This is mostly because I'm not a genius or even a prodigy. I'm normal. In the most abnormal way. I admit, begrudgingly, that these little geniuses were fantastic. Absolutely fantastic.
zoe_the_intellectual's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
asaph95's review against another edition
2.0
The concept of this book pulled me in and just didn't let me go. I thought it was so interesting, I loved the diverse characters from different parts of the world, I loved the whole idea. It was unique and exciting, I had such high hopes for this book. But it just wasn't executed like I thought it would be. I think the author had an incredible idea, but just couldn't pull it off, which is such a massive shame!
Full review on my blog!
http://originalbooker.blogspot.co.uk/2016/10/genius-game-leopoldo-gout.html
Full review on my blog!
http://originalbooker.blogspot.co.uk/2016/10/genius-game-leopoldo-gout.html
jbrooxd's review against another edition
4.0
While I didn't understand the coding and engineering pieces of the story, I was completely engaged by the characters and the issues going on outside of "the game." Huge cliffhanger sets up book two - can't wait!
thegirlwholived's review against another edition
4.0
This book is so different from anything I’ve ever read before. Wrapping your mind around all the puzzles and challenges is so engaging. Painted Wolf, Rex, and Tunde all lead double lives, leaving their parents mostly in the dark. Their friendships are entirely online until they finally meet. The concept of online friendships being their closest relationship is interesting, and it’s great to see them pushing the limits in difficult circumstances. This book also explores big ideas such as corruption and freedom of knowledge, all super relevant to today’s world. Can’t wait to read the next book!
emmabogush's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Read in one sitting - fun and engaging, real/plausible sci-fi
bethany_with_a_book's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
minhuitstella's review against another edition
4.0
As a kid's book it was fun! But I could not help thinking that the same writing would not translate it to adult reading... it really wasn't that believable or researched enough. But the plot carried it through and characters were done well.