A review by the_wistful_word_witch
Specials by Scott Westerfeld
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
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? Yes
5.0
HOLY NEW SMOKE! This third book in the series is wilder than the tribes being studied in book 2! I thoroughly enjoyed it and feel like it's the best one of the series (so far).
**SPOILERS AHEAD**
I have to admit that I was a bit disappointed with how things started out in this book, but Westerfeld really pulled through and gave us a great ending. And while some of the things that happened towards the end were sad (RIP ZANE 😢), I think that was the only catalyst that would have worked to get Tally back on the track she really needs to be on. And I like knowing she's out there, guarding against a regression while still allowing people to really be free.
I'm looking forward to the final book AND the spin-off series.
**SPOILERS AHEAD**
I have to admit that I was a bit disappointed with how things started out in this book, but Westerfeld really pulled through and gave us a great ending. And while some of the things that happened towards the end were sad (RIP ZANE 😢), I think that was the only catalyst that would have worked to get Tally back on the track she really needs to be on. And I like knowing she's out there, guarding against a regression while still allowing people to really be free.
I'm looking forward to the final book AND the spin-off series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Medical content, War, and Medical trauma