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A review by priscilla
The First to Die at the End by Adam Silvera
emotional
inspiring
medium-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? No
4.0
Where do I start? Once again, Adam Silvera managed to make me cry. I shouldn't be surprised, I guess.
One of my absolute favourite things about TBDATE was how all the different perspectives, save those of Rufus and Mateo, helped create the story. And, somehow, this book does the same thing, but differently. Dare I say - better? I am seriously in awe of the plotting of this book, how everything fits seamlessly together but doesn't feel written or unnecessarily convenient. Sure, there were some tiny details I didn't love as much - a twist of phrase here or a scene that had me feel second-hand embarrassment - but overall, this was a fantastic read. It was fun to see familiar characters, amazing to get to know new ones, and really cool to watch all of the political angles to Death Cast's first day unfold. And the PLOTTING, people!!! Yes. Yes, please.
One of my absolute favourite things about TBDATE was how all the different perspectives, save those of Rufus and Mateo, helped create the story. And, somehow, this book does the same thing, but differently. Dare I say - better? I am seriously in awe of the plotting of this book, how everything fits seamlessly together but doesn't feel written or unnecessarily convenient. Sure, there were some tiny details I didn't love as much - a twist of phrase here or a scene that had me feel second-hand embarrassment - but overall, this was a fantastic read. It was fun to see familiar characters, amazing to get to know new ones, and really cool to watch all of the political angles to Death Cast's first day unfold. And the PLOTTING, people!!! Yes. Yes, please.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Domestic abuse, and Medical content
Moderate: Religious bigotry
Minor: Car accident and Death of parent