babs_reviews's review
3.0
I liked it. The story had so much potential to be a full novel! would enjoy seeing it lengthened. I'm interest to see if Quill ever find Lyra again.
joel_wyrick's review
3.0
Good writing cut short for some reason. I read this on my Kindle and thought I must have just read a sample. Oops.
tara_dear's review
5.0
This was such a short story, but I loved it. The concept could have been made into a much longer book.
gabs_myfullbookshelf's review
3.0
URG! Book, I am extremely confused right now!
On one hand, I LOVED the writing style. It reminded me a bit of Hunger Games and how Suzanne Collins wrote. (Yeah, that's a pretty big compliment coming from me, the Hunger Games junkie...)
And, the plot was interesting. But this sentence, people, is where I start the 'on the other hand...'
The story's short. There, I said it. It is waaay to short, though. If Carey Corp had made this into a full blown book, oh my gosh I'd have loved it. But the teensiness of this novelette makes it necessary to use insta-love...on caffeine. For example: Romeo and Juliet was pretty much the fastest I've ever read about people falling in 'love.' And then I read this book. THEY BEAT ROMEO AND JULIET.
Also, the ending was kind of...demanding a sequel, let's say. It didn't feel complete. But again, that ties in with the whole shortness complaint.
Would I recommend this? I honestly don't know. It really won't be a huge waste of your time if you do read it, (it takes like ten minutes to read) but, you might be a bit disappointed with how the story plays out.
This review can be found on: My Full Bookshelf
On one hand, I LOVED the writing style. It reminded me a bit of Hunger Games and how Suzanne Collins wrote. (Yeah, that's a pretty big compliment coming from me, the Hunger Games junkie...)
And, the plot was interesting. But this sentence, people, is where I start the 'on the other hand...'
The story's short. There, I said it. It is waaay to short, though. If Carey Corp had made this into a full blown book, oh my gosh I'd have loved it. But the teensiness of this novelette makes it necessary to use insta-love...on caffeine. For example: Romeo and Juliet was pretty much the fastest I've ever read about people falling in 'love.' And then I read this book. THEY BEAT ROMEO AND JULIET.
Also, the ending was kind of...demanding a sequel, let's say. It didn't feel complete. But again, that ties in with the whole shortness complaint.
Would I recommend this? I honestly don't know. It really won't be a huge waste of your time if you do read it, (it takes like ten minutes to read) but, you might be a bit disappointed with how the story plays out.
This review can be found on: My Full Bookshelf
kfpdx's review
4.0
I was so sad to see this story end. It was amazing from beginning to end. It is the story of Perseus and Lyra and how they overcome a life time of learned prejudice and hate.
naduah82's review
3.0
Hmm...what can I say, Carey's writing was enchanting and kept me interested while reading this short story. I do agree with other reviewers, this could've been made into an entire full-length novel. I'm glad I decided to pick this one up, on my Kindle of course... oh and it's free on Amazon! I will recommend this short story to anyone who just finished a long book and isn't sure if they're ready to commit to another full length novel just yet. Also, if you have a hankering for dystopia and romance, this little story is just for you!
growintogardens's review
2.0
I loved the idea for this story, it was really cool. The characters frankly were not. Also, the romance was so unbelievable, as was most of the story. If this would have been a 300 page book and it worked up to the romance and everything, I think it could be better.
cinnabunsun's review
5.0
EDIT Review:
Based on the original review, there was a gap missing in-between when they find her cousin, and when she became pregnant. I was confused for a second because I didn't know how they ended up in that place. Maybe if that "gap" had been filled, readers would enjoy the short story more. I changed my rating to 5 because, overall, it was a terrific story! (thumbs up goes here)
ORIGINAL Review:
~Contains a little bit of a spoiler;)~
This Would have been a 5 IF it had been a bit longer. Other than the length of the story, I feel that this was a really good story. The plot was different, and a lot of detail was added, especially with the quote "Something flutters between us. Something small and vibrant and so orange I think it will burst into flame any second" (Kindle Version 283 out of 815) I love stories that Show not Tell. Besides the little spelling and grammar errors here and there, this book was an easy read. This could turn into a novel that I would certainly enjoy:)
Based on the original review, there was a gap missing in-between when they find her cousin, and when she became pregnant. I was confused for a second because I didn't know how they ended up in that place. Maybe if that "gap" had been filled, readers would enjoy the short story more. I changed my rating to 5 because, overall, it was a terrific story! (thumbs up goes here)
ORIGINAL Review:
~Contains a little bit of a spoiler;)~
This Would have been a 5 IF it had been a bit longer. Other than the length of the story, I feel that this was a really good story. The plot was different, and a lot of detail was added, especially with the quote "Something flutters between us. Something small and vibrant and so orange I think it will burst into flame any second" (Kindle Version 283 out of 815) I love stories that Show not Tell. Besides the little spelling and grammar errors here and there, this book was an easy read. This could turn into a novel that I would certainly enjoy:)
bribookish's review
4.0
**3.5 stars**
Full Review on Brianna's Bookish Confessions.
Sundwellers are nasty evil monsters that eat the flesh off of human bodies.. Or at least that’s what the main character, Lyra has been told all her life. Moonwalkers are creatures that survive off the blood of humans.. Or at least that’s what Perseus has been told his whole life.
Each night both creatures’ lands lock themselves up so the other “monsters” don’t come and attack at night. One night, Lyra’s sister wanted to go talk to a friend but the gates would be closing soon.
At one point, Lyra and Perseus are confronted with each other. Will something happen?
My Thoughts:
I probably shouldn’t even be doing a review for this since it was SO short, but hey. It’s still a book and I enjoyed it. It works right? :)
When I read the synopsis on Amazon, it sounded so interesting! Definitely a different take on a dystopian world in which everyone basically turns into a cannibal!
The reasoning as to why I gave it a 3.5/5 stars is because it was soo short and there was an insta-love. I thoroughly enjoyed this world and the characters that were introduced, I just wish the author had made this a little longer and didn’t make the relationship an insta-love.
Despite the insta-love, I really enjoyed it!!
Full Review on Brianna's Bookish Confessions.
Sundwellers are nasty evil monsters that eat the flesh off of human bodies.. Or at least that’s what the main character, Lyra has been told all her life. Moonwalkers are creatures that survive off the blood of humans.. Or at least that’s what Perseus has been told his whole life.
Each night both creatures’ lands lock themselves up so the other “monsters” don’t come and attack at night. One night, Lyra’s sister wanted to go talk to a friend but the gates would be closing soon.
At one point, Lyra and Perseus are confronted with each other. Will something happen?
My Thoughts:
I probably shouldn’t even be doing a review for this since it was SO short, but hey. It’s still a book and I enjoyed it. It works right? :)
When I read the synopsis on Amazon, it sounded so interesting! Definitely a different take on a dystopian world in which everyone basically turns into a cannibal!
The reasoning as to why I gave it a 3.5/5 stars is because it was soo short and there was an insta-love. I thoroughly enjoyed this world and the characters that were introduced, I just wish the author had made this a little longer and didn’t make the relationship an insta-love.
Despite the insta-love, I really enjoyed it!!