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marlimead's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
simonrtaylor's review against another edition
3.0
Cal’s third month on the run is a solid continuation of the story, with a few answers and resolutions [the Jennifer issue] sprinkled among further mystery and intrigue [the doppleganger mystery is beginning to grate a bit though]. At this stage in the game, Lord is beginning to explore Cal’s reaction to events a bit more – in particular those endangered by association. For the first time we begin to think of Cal as being not just an innocent bystander but a participant in others’ fate. Hopefully this theme will be developed further. As a result the cliffhanger ending is very different in tone and, in my opinion, much better than in February.
With a kidnap-heavy January and chase-heavy February, Lord wisely avoids either in any great part with a more skulky, subtle March. Laterally, Cal takes the offensive and sets his sights on de la Force’s home.
A highlight for me is Boges and Winter finally meeting. Both important characters in their own right, each intelligent with strong opinions and a stake in Cal’s situation, the tension has been subtly built up to the point they meet. Both parties stay true to their characters and the scene is nicely executed.
There are still instances where Lord makes her characters slightly more juvenile than necessary, and tends to overexplain things to the reader. There is also quite a lot of repetition which is unnecessary and feels like the author is killing time.
In all, March is a good instalment with the introduction of Repro spicing things up and some movement in a number of plots. In some ways it seems like something of a filler month, but if it is, it’s a great quality filler that keeps you engaged for the duration. Very interested in what will happen in “Book Three: April”, according to the preview. A maths lesson?
With a kidnap-heavy January and chase-heavy February, Lord wisely avoids either in any great part with a more skulky, subtle March. Laterally, Cal takes the offensive and sets his sights on de la Force’s home.
A highlight for me is Boges and Winter finally meeting. Both important characters in their own right, each intelligent with strong opinions and a stake in Cal’s situation, the tension has been subtly built up to the point they meet. Both parties stay true to their characters and the scene is nicely executed.
There are still instances where Lord makes her characters slightly more juvenile than necessary, and tends to overexplain things to the reader. There is also quite a lot of repetition which is unnecessary and feels like the author is killing time.
In all, March is a good instalment with the introduction of Repro spicing things up and some movement in a number of plots. In some ways it seems like something of a filler month, but if it is, it’s a great quality filler that keeps you engaged for the duration. Very interested in what will happen in “Book Three: April”, according to the preview. A maths lesson?
catsflipped's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
If you want something fast paced and quick to read then you can do a lot worse than this series. Ignore the unlikely situations Cal finds himself in, the amazing luck he has avoiding certain capture or even death and just enjoy the ride. Each book is only a few hours read and the inevitable cliff-hangers at the end will have you reaching for the next.
meubanks's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ashleysbooknook's review against another edition
4.0
The best so far! Now I'm really interested in what's happening! I'm skeptical when I read books so the crazy adventures were a little unbelievable to me and it took me a while to accept the setting. I know most books are set in made up places and have made up adventures, but I have a hard time putting myself there because I'm such a realist. And that would explain my choice in books. But now I'm invested and can't wait to see what is going to happen to Cal, his friends, and his family!
kailey_luminouslibro's review against another edition
3.0
I love this action-packed adventure story! The characters are so full of life, the plot keeps me guessing, and I'm so intrigued by the mystery of the Ormond singularity!
Cal is a character who grows and changes, makes mistakes and learns his lesson, and ultimately is just a normal guy pressed into extraordinary circumstances. I love that in this book we see more and more of his good heart. His concern for his sister and mom, his trusting attitude, and his compassion for those less fortunate than him, all point to his kind nature. He's ready to suffer personal torment and sacrifice for those around him. I'm so impressed with his character!
The banter between Cal and his best friend, Boges, is hilarious in this third book, and I especially was interested to see the interaction between Winter and Boges. The snark is high, and we get to see Cal being a normal teenager in a weird social situation.
There is a scene with snakes that I had to skim over, because I'm afraid of snakes. Let's hope there are no more snakes in the rest of the series. Ugh.
Loving these books, and I can't wait to read the rest of them!
Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review.
Cal is a character who grows and changes, makes mistakes and learns his lesson, and ultimately is just a normal guy pressed into extraordinary circumstances. I love that in this book we see more and more of his good heart. His concern for his sister and mom, his trusting attitude, and his compassion for those less fortunate than him, all point to his kind nature. He's ready to suffer personal torment and sacrifice for those around him. I'm so impressed with his character!
The banter between Cal and his best friend, Boges, is hilarious in this third book, and I especially was interested to see the interaction between Winter and Boges. The snark is high, and we get to see Cal being a normal teenager in a weird social situation.
There is a scene with snakes that I had to skim over, because I'm afraid of snakes. Let's hope there are no more snakes in the rest of the series. Ugh.
Loving these books, and I can't wait to read the rest of them!
Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher in exchange for a free and honest review.
shannonreadss's review against another edition
3.0
Nieuwe maand, nieuw boek van de serie! Met Books Ever After lezen we dit jaar elke maand een boek van de serie.
Ik moet zeggen dat ik het vorige deel wat leuker vond. Dit boek was nog nét ietsjes onrealistischer dan het vorige deel wat het voor mij wat minder leuk maakte. Ik ben wel benieuwd naar het volgende deel, ik wil graag weten hoe hij zich nu weer uit dit dilemma redt!
Ik moet zeggen dat ik het vorige deel wat leuker vond. Dit boek was nog nét ietsjes onrealistischer dan het vorige deel wat het voor mij wat minder leuk maakte. Ik ben wel benieuwd naar het volgende deel, ik wil graag weten hoe hij zich nu weer uit dit dilemma redt!
odettebrethouwer's review against another edition
2.0
Net als de andere boeken. Soms wat kunstmatige spanning, een cliffhanger op het einde, maar ik weet zeker dat hij overleeft want er zijn nog meer boeken in de serie. Ga wel verder lezen, maar 1 per maand is genoeg :P
emimia's review against another edition
4.0
3 books down, over ten more to go. My school library only has til the 8th so idk what I am going to do once I get to that poiny