smsaks's review
adventurous
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
amberrae00's review
4.0
*Novel provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
Review Originally Posted on The Book Cookies
I picked up this book because it sounded a lot like Heist Society by Ally Carter, which I love, so I figured I would pick it up, and I'm so glad I did because I really enjoyed it.
I really liked it.
The group of friends in this book were really diverse which I really liked. I was able to relate to pieces of each of them, though I definitely related to Alice the most. I loved the relationships that grew between the four characters formed, both platonic and romantic. Yes, this book is about a heist, but the highlight for me was seeing the relationships develop, even if there wasn't quite as much development as I would have liked, due to the four points of view.
You could tell that Elisa Ludwig put a lot of thought and effort into planning the heist and this book definitely made me want to visit the U.S. Mint. I thought that the group did a really good job planning out the heist .
It was really easy to forget how young the characters are because they never act immature or young. There's little to no angst which was wonderful because I'm so sick and tired right now of overly angsty teen romances so if that's how you're feeling, definitely pick up this book.
I wish it had ended a little differently, though the ending was really realistic and it definitely wasn't the worst way that Elisa Ludwig could have ended it, but it wasn't the exact way that I wanted it to end.
Overall, Coin Heist is funny and clever, with witty dialouge, relatable characters, and and an interesting and engaging plot. I really enjoyed it and I'd recommend it to anyone who thinks the plot sounds interesting. If you liked this, I recommend you pick up the Heist Society series by Ally Carter that I mentioned earlier, the stories are similar and that series is super underhyped.
Review Originally Posted on The Book Cookies
I picked up this book because it sounded a lot like Heist Society by Ally Carter, which I love, so I figured I would pick it up, and I'm so glad I did because I really enjoyed it.
I really liked it.
The group of friends in this book were really diverse which I really liked. I was able to relate to pieces of each of them, though I definitely related to Alice the most. I loved the relationships that grew between the four characters formed, both platonic and romantic. Yes, this book is about a heist, but the highlight for me was seeing the relationships develop, even if there wasn't quite as much development as I would have liked, due to the four points of view.
You could tell that Elisa Ludwig put a lot of thought and effort into planning the heist and this book definitely made me want to visit the U.S. Mint. I thought that the group did a really good job planning out the heist .
It was really easy to forget how young the characters are because they never act immature or young. There's little to no angst which was wonderful because I'm so sick and tired right now of overly angsty teen romances so if that's how you're feeling, definitely pick up this book.
I wish it had ended a little differently, though the ending was really realistic and it definitely wasn't the worst way that Elisa Ludwig could have ended it, but it wasn't the exact way that I wanted it to end.
Overall, Coin Heist is funny and clever, with witty dialouge, relatable characters, and and an interesting and engaging plot. I really enjoyed it and I'd recommend it to anyone who thinks the plot sounds interesting. If you liked this, I recommend you pick up the Heist Society series by Ally Carter that I mentioned earlier, the stories are similar and that series is super underhyped.
erikawastaken's review against another edition
3.0
* * * I received a copy of this book as part of a Goodreads Giveaway * * *
As I read this book, I was reminded of the movie "The Perfect Score," which is about a bunch of teenagers who concoct a plan to steal the SATs.
This book is a light, easy read, and though clearly not Middle Grade, definitely falls to the young end of the YA spectrum. The idea was interesting, and I felt like I learned something about the Mint.
However, the characters are all flat, stereotypes who act the exact way you would expect them to -- right down to the four main characters
I was also a bit disappointed in the heist and wrap-up. It wrapped up too neatly for a situation that had no logical conclusion.
As I read this book, I was reminded of the movie "The Perfect Score," which is about a bunch of teenagers who concoct a plan to steal the SATs.
This book is a light, easy read, and though clearly not Middle Grade, definitely falls to the young end of the YA spectrum. The idea was interesting, and I felt like I learned something about the Mint.
However, the characters are all flat, stereotypes who act the exact way you would expect them to -- right down to the four main characters
Spoiler
pairing off as The Geek Girl with the Hot Slacker guy and Perfect Princess with Boy From the Wrong Side of the Tracks.I was also a bit disappointed in the heist and wrap-up. It wrapped up too neatly for a situation that had no logical conclusion.
fredicia's review against another edition
2.0
It's underwhelming.
Coin Heist started out well. I enjoyed reading about the kind of trouble chaotic, and bored teenagers get into. It was especially amusing to see how they were planning to rob a federal building but were concerned about petty teenage stuff, like prom, and boys and girls and the social ladder. Prison is far away on everyone's minds. The full brunt of possible consequences never catches up.
The contrast between Benny/Dakota and Jason/Alice was interesting. Dakota and Benny are more socially/emotionally aware and trying to navigate the different statuses in life. Alice/Jason are more social recluses. I'd say Benny is the most mature of all four.
Coin Heist started out well. I enjoyed reading about the kind of trouble chaotic, and bored teenagers get into. It was especially amusing to see how they were planning to rob a federal building but were concerned about petty teenage stuff, like prom, and boys and girls and the social ladder. Prison is far away on everyone's minds. The full brunt of possible consequences never catches up.
The contrast between Benny/Dakota and Jason/Alice was interesting. Dakota and Benny are more socially/emotionally aware and trying to navigate the different statuses in life. Alice/Jason are more social recluses. I'd say Benny is the most mature of all four.
Spoiler
The last third of the book was very rushed. Convenient and totally unconvincing plot device. I had initially thought that someone hacked Alice's program, and there was another team also trying to rob the Mint, which would have made so much more sense, but as the pages dwindled I was left sorely disappointed.peruseproject's review against another edition
4.0
This was such a fun book!
This story centers around 4 very different kids trying to pull of the heist of the century. Alice, Dakota, Benny, and Jason all go to the same school but run in very different circles, but when their school looses all it's money they pull their strengths together and plan to rob a US mint.
This story in a word was fun, the characters were hilarious and relatable, and the story was super engaging. It was an extremely light read, and something that can be read in one sitting! It had this great Oceans 11 meets Breakfast club feeling. The thing I enjoyed most about this story was the characters, and the fact that you got to read from each persons perspective. It was nice to know everyones back story, and also what they assumed about other characters based on stereotypes. Overall I say this book is a perfect summer read and can really reach any age group.
This story centers around 4 very different kids trying to pull of the heist of the century. Alice, Dakota, Benny, and Jason all go to the same school but run in very different circles, but when their school looses all it's money they pull their strengths together and plan to rob a US mint.
This story in a word was fun, the characters were hilarious and relatable, and the story was super engaging. It was an extremely light read, and something that can be read in one sitting! It had this great Oceans 11 meets Breakfast club feeling. The thing I enjoyed most about this story was the characters, and the fact that you got to read from each persons perspective. It was nice to know everyones back story, and also what they assumed about other characters based on stereotypes. Overall I say this book is a perfect summer read and can really reach any age group.
katsmiao's review
5.0
Shades of The Breakfast Club, but younger, funner and more exciting.
I thought this book was well written and I enjoyed the characters. The plot was really good, exciting and smart. A very fun read, highly recommended for YA. Oh, who am I kidding? Highly recommended for readers of any age, even those who remember The Breakfast Club as a new release movie :)
I thought this book was well written and I enjoyed the characters. The plot was really good, exciting and smart. A very fun read, highly recommended for YA. Oh, who am I kidding? Highly recommended for readers of any age, even those who remember The Breakfast Club as a new release movie :)
ambers0511's review
4.0
*Novel provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*
Review Originally Posted on The Book Cookies
I picked up this book because it sounded a lot like Heist Society by Ally Carter, which I love, so I figured I would pick it up, and I'm so glad I did because I really enjoyed it.
I really liked it.
The group of friends in this book were really diverse which I really liked. I was able to relate to pieces of each of them, though I definitely related to Alice the most. I loved the relationships that grew between the four characters formed, both platonic and romantic. Yes, this book is about a heist, but the highlight for me was seeing the relationships develop, even if there wasn't quite as much development as I would have liked, due to the four points of view.
You could tell that Elisa Ludwig put a lot of thought and effort into planning the heist and this book definitely made me want to visit the U.S. Mint. I thought that the group did a really good job planning out the heist .
It was really easy to forget how young the characters are because they never act immature or young. There's little to no angst which was wonderful because I'm so sick and tired right now of overly angsty teen romances so if that's how you're feeling, definitely pick up this book.
I wish it had ended a little differently, though the ending was really realistic and it definitely wasn't the worst way that Elisa Ludwig could have ended it, but it wasn't the exact way that I wanted it to end.
Overall, Coin Heist is funny and clever, with witty dialouge, relatable characters, and and an interesting and engaging plot. I really enjoyed it and I'd recommend it to anyone who thinks the plot sounds interesting. If you liked this, I recommend you pick up the Heist Society series by Ally Carter that I mentioned earlier, the stories are similar and that series is super underhyped.
Review Originally Posted on The Book Cookies
I picked up this book because it sounded a lot like Heist Society by Ally Carter, which I love, so I figured I would pick it up, and I'm so glad I did because I really enjoyed it.
I really liked it.
The group of friends in this book were really diverse which I really liked. I was able to relate to pieces of each of them, though I definitely related to Alice the most. I loved the relationships that grew between the four characters formed, both platonic and romantic. Yes, this book is about a heist, but the highlight for me was seeing the relationships develop, even if there wasn't quite as much development as I would have liked, due to the four points of view.
You could tell that Elisa Ludwig put a lot of thought and effort into planning the heist and this book definitely made me want to visit the U.S. Mint. I thought that the group did a really good job planning out the heist .
It was really easy to forget how young the characters are because they never act immature or young. There's little to no angst which was wonderful because I'm so sick and tired right now of overly angsty teen romances so if that's how you're feeling, definitely pick up this book.
I wish it had ended a little differently, though the ending was really realistic and it definitely wasn't the worst way that Elisa Ludwig could have ended it, but it wasn't the exact way that I wanted it to end.
Overall, Coin Heist is funny and clever, with witty dialouge, relatable characters, and and an interesting and engaging plot. I really enjoyed it and I'd recommend it to anyone who thinks the plot sounds interesting. If you liked this, I recommend you pick up the Heist Society series by Ally Carter that I mentioned earlier, the stories are similar and that series is super underhyped.
sierranevada005's review
4.0
A cute, shirt read! Fun high paced action and pretty good characters. 3.6 stars
daisey's review
3.0
I thought this was a fun, light read. Yes, the concept of four teenagers hacking into the mint's system, creating a specific order for coins, and then breaking in to steal them in order to save their school seemed completely improbable but that doesn't really bother me when reading this kind of story. I enjoyed reading how they brought the plan together, even when things seemed to be falling apart.
I was disappointed in a few things. First of all, I would have liked a little more depth and personal growth in the characters. Although the story was told from the perspective of four different people, their voices were very much the same. I didn't really feel that the individual issues being faced by Alice, Jason, Benny, and Dakota were given enough attention or resolved in a satisfactory way by the end of the book. Actually, I was a little disappointed in the entire resolution; it seemed to lack some of the sense of dramatic victory I was expecting.
* I received an electronic copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.
I was disappointed in a few things. First of all, I would have liked a little more depth and personal growth in the characters. Although the story was told from the perspective of four different people, their voices were very much the same. I didn't really feel that the individual issues being faced by Alice, Jason, Benny, and Dakota were given enough attention or resolved in a satisfactory way by the end of the book. Actually, I was a little disappointed in the entire resolution; it seemed to lack some of the sense of dramatic victory I was expecting.
* I received an electronic copy of this book through NetGalley for an honest review.