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themword_books's review against another edition
4.0
Rating: ★★★★.5
Just when things might've gotten monotone and repetitive, on Out of Sight, Out of Time, Carter found a clever way to get a blank slate and keep the mystery alive: She erased the main character's memories and changed everyone around her. Bex, Zach and even Townsend feel fresh without being out of character. The plot of this book is the most interesting and less predictable of the series. Though Carter offers clues of what will come, they are way more subtle than in the previous books. Furthermore, by giving Cammie amnesia, the author can justify the mistakes she makes since being young and inexperienced can no longer be said as an excuse. This book also shows that Ally Carter is not afraid of trying new things and her gamble pays off! Other authors would've been hesitant to include adults as part of their teen girls team. However, Carter knows that it's unrealistic for the girls to accomplish all without help from more experienced spies. Furthermore, if the girls manage to take on a worldwide organization by themselves then, Carter won't be able to justify their mistakes later on. The inclusion of the adults is also a way for the author to show that Cammie, Bex, Liz and Macey are no longer girls searching a boy's trash can, but future spies without saying it outright. It becomes a tool to symbolize the growth of the characters and at the same time show how much they've still got to learn.
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Just when things might've gotten monotone and repetitive, on Out of Sight, Out of Time, Carter found a clever way to get a blank slate and keep the mystery alive: She erased the main character's memories and changed everyone around her. Bex, Zach and even Townsend feel fresh without being out of character. The plot of this book is the most interesting and less predictable of the series. Though Carter offers clues of what will come, they are way more subtle than in the previous books. Furthermore, by giving Cammie amnesia, the author can justify the mistakes she makes since being young and inexperienced can no longer be said as an excuse. This book also shows that Ally Carter is not afraid of trying new things and her gamble pays off! Other authors would've been hesitant to include adults as part of their teen girls team. However, Carter knows that it's unrealistic for the girls to accomplish all without help from more experienced spies. Furthermore, if the girls manage to take on a worldwide organization by themselves then, Carter won't be able to justify their mistakes later on. The inclusion of the adults is also a way for the author to show that Cammie, Bex, Liz and Macey are no longer girls searching a boy's trash can, but future spies without saying it outright. It becomes a tool to symbolize the growth of the characters and at the same time show how much they've still got to learn.
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curious_george14's review against another edition
5.0
THIS WAS MY FAVOURITE SO FAR HOLY CRAPPPP JESUS TAKE THE WHEEL
lizzie1096's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
hopelenamon's review against another edition
5.0
SO GOOD COULDNT STOP READING AH HOWS THE FINAL BOOK GOING TO WRAP IT ALL UP
mackenziepwh's review against another edition
5.0
Another great GG book. Hope Ally is writing another!
mamakittea's review against another edition
4.0
Interesting read. I was a bit surprised where half way through it I had a miniature panic attack. But I don't think it just the book. :P
I think I might have to re-read the previous books later. But for now I shall wait for the next book. And despite what she says about not wanting to remember, I really hope she remembers how they tortured her and how they managed to capture her.
I think I might have to re-read the previous books later. But for now I shall wait for the next book. And despite what she says about not wanting to remember, I really hope she remembers how they tortured her and how they managed to capture her.
nzhouey's review against another edition
4.0
Another Gallagher Girl book that I enjoyed. Though this one was not my favorite as it seemed to be a filler for the ongoing progression of the overall plot. I wish there was a bit more action, but much has been revealed in this one. I'm looking forward to finishing up the last book.
wonder_in's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25