littlemisscass's review against another edition
5.0
Absolutely fantastic. I have to say I prefer this to Mead's YA books, though I do love those too. This, I felt, was so developed and nuanced that it seemed quite realistic in many ways. There were times when I was legitimately confused with what was going on, because the world was so developed and the majority of the characters were accustomed to its ways where I was not or the plot wasn't making sense, but such confusion was generally in places where Justin March was having issues with figuring out his case, anyway. Overall, I loved it. Can't wait for the next one!
syd_nanez's review against another edition
3.0
Mead is an ista-buy author for me, I love her previous series' and I was excited for her to produce some new material.
She is a fantastic world builder, fight scene writer, and always seems to do romance in just the right amount for me.
This book is different though. She takes her voice to a whole other level. I actually had to google a meaning to a word on more than one occasion. (mainly because i cant stand not knowing a word) She wrote a a complex, mentally challenging book. One with deeply threaded characters, and beautiful world ( and not so beautiful at times) Definitely what I would call her first "real" adult series.
GOTG is a mix of dystopian, romance, mythology, theology, government conspiracy and mystery. Which of all those appeal to me in a great way. It was also a breath of fresh air to read an adult dystopian, not some teenagers finding love in the rubble.
Though during the middle it got a tad slow... She spends so much time getting you to understand her mains and the world that it ends up bringing the pace of the novel to a dull walk. As always though Mead throws in some stellar fighting, and gets you right back on board.
Overall a fantastic read, and am looking forward to the next one. Especially because now that we have the characters down it will have a faster pace.
She is a fantastic world builder, fight scene writer, and always seems to do romance in just the right amount for me.
This book is different though. She takes her voice to a whole other level. I actually had to google a meaning to a word on more than one occasion. (mainly because i cant stand not knowing a word) She wrote a a complex, mentally challenging book. One with deeply threaded characters, and beautiful world ( and not so beautiful at times) Definitely what I would call her first "real" adult series.
GOTG is a mix of dystopian, romance, mythology, theology, government conspiracy and mystery. Which of all those appeal to me in a great way. It was also a breath of fresh air to read an adult dystopian, not some teenagers finding love in the rubble.
Though during the middle it got a tad slow... She spends so much time getting you to understand her mains and the world that it ends up bringing the pace of the novel to a dull walk. As always though Mead throws in some stellar fighting, and gets you right back on board.
Overall a fantastic read, and am looking forward to the next one. Especially because now that we have the characters down it will have a faster pace.
chirson's review against another edition
3.0
There were a few moments when the book made me cringe (almond eyes, Praetorian sexuality), but generally this is basically what this kind of fiction should aspire to - decent, gripping plot, fun characters, coherent mythology. If not for Tessa's utterly superfluous presence, I'd award four stars.
kirsteny's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
hgranger's review against another edition
2.0
I have enjoyed all of Mead's other books, but this one was not great. The story and characters took a remote second place to world-building and (often incomprehensible) information. I don't consider myself a dimwitted reader, but I am still unsure of what many of the terms in this book meant. (I.e. What exactly is the numerical score based on?!) Mae was too perfect, Justin was a douchebag most of the time. I only finished the book because I kept hoping it would get better and because I have an aversion to leaving books unfinished. I hope the sequel finds some of that Mead magic that this one missed.
ashnight's review against another edition
4.0
Great star to a series. The world building took a long time so that made the story slow in some parts. But when it go movie it fas fun and action packed. Cannot wait to see more of Mae and Justin and the gods that are coming out in the world.
kcoccia's review against another edition
So I made it to about page 180. Book isn't bad necessarily but I also found out that the publishers have decided to drop the series and the rest of the books wont be published. Probably a good idea to quit before the chance to get attached happens and I never get to finish the story.
No rating since I didn't finish the book.
No rating since I didn't finish the book.
lindaunconventionalbookworms's review against another edition
3.0
ARC received on March 22nd 2013 - and I'm really excited to start this book very soon!
*I received a free ARC of Gameboard of the Gods from Dutton Adult via Edelweiss in exchange of an honest review*
This and other reviews can also be found on my blog (un)Conventional Bookviews.
Gameboard of the Gods is about a world where religion is all but forbidden, after religious extremists almost destroyed all humanity. Mae and Justin need to work together to make sure a religious war won’t happen again. The premise holds so much promise, with a very strong woman, both physically and mentally, different mythologies, a gruesome murder mystery as well as family drama. I went into this story with pretty high expectations – I love the author, usually adore her books, and I really looked forward to reading an adult mystery with lots of mythology.