cassie7e's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book! I am a huge fan of Michael Crichton's sci-fi-mystery novels, and this felt very much like Crichton. I had to double check that it wasn't him because the pacing, subject matter, everything was in such a similar vein. Characters were believable (esp. the politicians and their response).
chicagoliz's review against another edition
4.0
As if I didn't hate wasps enough already. I don't read a lot of this genre, but this was a delightfully creepy, fast paced thriller. I love epidemiological narratives, and while this story dealt with a bug of the insect variety rather than a microscopic pathogen, the basic idea was the same. There were few things I didn't think would unfold quite the way they did, and I wish I had gotten to know the characters on a deeper level. But this was a very fun read, and I definitely recommend it.
dylancampbell's review
2.0
I wanted to like this one, I really did - but from the very first pages, there was just something about it that didn't sit well with me. I found that whenever I was reading the book was gripping - the story is fast-paced and engaging - but once I put it down I didn't really feel the tug to pick it up again.
At times the story was thrilling but ultimately it did not live up to my expectations for a "terrifying new thriller" as advertised on its cover; nor was it especially unsettling or mind-bending as a quote on its back claims it is.
Despite the issues I had with the book it is clearly well-written - the characters are distinct and original (if somewhat flat) and the dialogue is written especially well. The plot is structured well.
At times the story was thrilling but ultimately it did not live up to my expectations for a "terrifying new thriller" as advertised on its cover; nor was it especially unsettling or mind-bending as a quote on its back claims it is.
Despite the issues I had with the book it is clearly well-written - the characters are distinct and original (if somewhat flat) and the dialogue is written especially well. The plot is structured well.
officerripley's review
5.0
OMG, was this book good! Science fiction that's also literature; interesting, well-developed characters, great story, not a cliche to be found! Thank you for your art, Mr. Wallace!
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