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jrosenstein's review against another edition
4.0
I really, really enjoyed this book and its "companion" Dreamhunter . Knox writes utterly unique fantasy that almost borders on magical realism. The two books together manage to be both highly original and magical fantasy that is grounded in the real world, a political thriller, and a moving reflection on families and love. In this book she manages to resolve all the mysteries of the world she's created in a way that is satisfying and believable without feeling rushed, too pat or relying on too much deus ex machina. Highly, highly recommend.
cerizeseries's review against another edition
4.0
When I came to know what Contentment meant, I couldn't put it down.
hannechr90's review against another edition
5.0
I feel that this second book rounds up the story very well, and that it has some grate plot twists that I love. It just keeps on surprising. This series has certainly earned a place among my favourite books!
roseleaf24's review against another edition
3.0
I was skeptical of this book, as it is one of the more difficult Printz books to find and the second of a duology, and the first of the pair was not in the university library where I found this one. It holds up on its own well, though. The only time I really wondered if reading the first would have helped was after Laura's visit to the Depot. I found her character really distant and unreadable after that. Some of it makes some sense with the resolution, but I think we could have had more to go on. I didn't love the world or the characters, but I liked them, and stayed up late last night to find out what happened. 3.5 stars, because I really still can quite decide.
embereye's review against another edition
5.0
For anyone who ever wants to write books, there are always those books that you run into that make you both inspired to go for it and see what comes out and completely and utterly depressed because there is no way that your brain could come up with as fantastic and perfect and intricate and wonder-filled of a story as you have just finished reading.
This is how I feel right now. Elizabeth Knox's story that is technically a young adult story... is simply an amazingly crafted and imagined story. I think assigning it to young adults only though is perhaps downplaying its intensity and ultimately the beauty of it and adults should go into it as well.
This is a lot of gushing that I can't really hold back, so you'll have to bear with me. Basically, if you love a well crafted plot with some awesome ideas and it all is well integrated and movingly told... this is a duet for you. Start with Dreamhunter and make sure you have Dreamquake right by you so you can keep reading.
This is how I feel right now. Elizabeth Knox's story that is technically a young adult story... is simply an amazingly crafted and imagined story. I think assigning it to young adults only though is perhaps downplaying its intensity and ultimately the beauty of it and adults should go into it as well.
This is a lot of gushing that I can't really hold back, so you'll have to bear with me. Basically, if you love a well crafted plot with some awesome ideas and it all is well integrated and movingly told... this is a duet for you. Start with Dreamhunter and make sure you have Dreamquake right by you so you can keep reading.
jackiehorne's review against another edition
5.0
This second book in the Dreamhunter Duet starts more slowly than its predecessor. But Knox makes up for this with her lyrical writing, her blood-poundingly exciting plot twists, and a depiction of a family bound by true affection for one another. The type of book that you want to pick up again immediately after finishing it!
mammalfish's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
noshyira's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
cathyatratedreads's review against another edition
5.0
Outstanding! What a beautiful, complex, richly written fantasy! I only found this book and the first (Dreamhunter) because Stephenie Meyer recommended them on her site. Thanks and kudos to her for recommending some great books (that and Hunger Games). Dreamhunter was really well done, but reading this second book in the "duet" was more satisfying since we could start seeing where all of it was going. There were so many questions, so many mysteries. It all finally came together, with little pieces of the puzzle fitting into place. The characters were great, and the storyline a sweet, poignant one of love and family ties and redemption. I can't recommend this book enough.
Read my full review, including a rating for content, at RatedReads.com: https://ratedreads.com/dreamquake-young-adult-book-review/
Read my full review, including a rating for content, at RatedReads.com: https://ratedreads.com/dreamquake-young-adult-book-review/
jellyphantadventures's review against another edition
4.0
This book moves much, much faster than the first one. I can't say I ever understood Laura or her decisions but I liked the rest of the characters enough to care what was going on. Plus the bigger story of The Place and the dreams kept me reading.