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wngwendy's review
adventurous
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
French has managed to create an intriguing world with loveable characters with an atmosphere reminiscent of Divergent and Scythe
The first few chapters were a bit rough to get through, but the story really picks up after that. My curiosity was definitely the main driving factor to keep going in the story, however, the ending fell a bit flat for me.
The LGBTQ+ representation was done so well in this story. I feel very represented and seen in the way she incorporates sexuality so casually into the story.
Some parts of the story can feel a bit instalove-y in the beginning, however this is explained later in the story and can also be attributed to the fast pacing. I also experienced whiplash when the character moves to another alpha class, but I think this might have been intentional to simulate the way he feels.
You can tell that the author knows how to write, but some passages could feel a bit clunky. But overall a very impressive book for a debut author. This book really reignited my younger interest in Dystopia. I really hope to see more instalments in this world, because I have so many unanswered questions.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
The first few chapters were a bit rough to get through, but the story really picks up after that. My curiosity was definitely the main driving factor to keep going in the story, however, the ending fell a bit flat for me.
The LGBTQ+ representation was done so well in this story. I feel very represented and seen in the way she incorporates sexuality so casually into the story.
Some parts of the story can feel a bit instalove-y in the beginning, however this is explained later in the story and can also be attributed to the fast pacing. I also experienced whiplash when the character moves to another alpha class, but I think this might have been intentional to simulate the way he feels.
You can tell that the author knows how to write, but some passages could feel a bit clunky. But overall a very impressive book for a debut author. This book really reignited my younger interest in Dystopia. I really hope to see more instalments in this world, because I have so many unanswered questions.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide and Alcohol
carriefrench's review
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
I'm biased, but I'm still in love. The concept for this world came to me in a dream, and it was my absolute pleasure to bring Harrison's story to life.
If you love books that drop you into a place you've never been, make you think about how you'd fit, and challenge your expectations about happy endings, you'll enjoy this one. It's utopian at heart, but dystopian in practice. Sci-fi elements weave through the futuristic world, but it reads like contemporary fiction.
If you've never read a book with a bisexual protagonist and LGBTQ+ storylines, I encourage you to start here. Diversity is valuable and important in our literature. This novel doesn't center on the fact that he's Black and queer, but it's still Harrison's truth. Representation matters, even in fiction.
Order a signed paperback, ebook, or audiobook and book merch at carriefrenchauthor.com and get excited for release on January 10th. (I know I am!)
If you love books that drop you into a place you've never been, make you think about how you'd fit, and challenge your expectations about happy endings, you'll enjoy this one. It's utopian at heart, but dystopian in practice. Sci-fi elements weave through the futuristic world, but it reads like contemporary fiction.
If you've never read a book with a bisexual protagonist and LGBTQ+ storylines, I encourage you to start here. Diversity is valuable and important in our literature. This novel doesn't center on the fact that he's Black and queer, but it's still Harrison's truth. Representation matters, even in fiction.
Order a signed paperback, ebook, or audiobook and book merch at carriefrenchauthor.com and get excited for release on January 10th. (I know I am!)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing
Moderate: Alcohol and Dysphoria
Minor: Suicidal thoughts
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