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arminam's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Violence
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child abuse, and Confinement
Minor: Homophobia
sipteareadbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I really enjoyed this book overall. Revolution, science, danger, daring escapades - what's not to enjoy?! We're plunged straight into the action which is really engaging but combined with the fast pace of the book it means we don't get to know the characters really well beyond what they do in high-stakes situations. I'd say it errs towards the younger end of YA lit.
I'd also say there is a betrayal of trust in a key relationship in the book and the characters concerned gloss over it like it's nothing. It was pretty unbelievable tbh. I expect more fallout than what was delivered - perhaps it will come in book 2?
However, the history is well woven in and the exploration of loss and grief is actually very touching. The author note at the end added a level of poignancy that author notes rarely have.
I'd also say there is a betrayal of trust in a key relationship in the book and the characters concerned gloss over it like it's nothing. It was pretty unbelievable tbh. I expect more fallout than what was delivered - perhaps it will come in book 2?
However, the history is well woven in and the exploration of loss and grief is actually very touching. The author note at the end added a level of poignancy that author notes rarely have.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Confinement, Death, and Blood
Minor: Alcoholism, Drug use, and Homophobia