Love, love, love this book. Such a cool idea. I mean, it's creepy. But, it's awesome. Neal Shusterman's brain comes up with creepy but awesome stuff. Love, love, love this book. Such a cool idea. I mean, it's creepy. But, it's awesome. Neal Shusterman's brain comes up with creepy but awesome stuff. That's all I'm going to say....more
This was a fun middle-grade sci-fi read for any of you who have science fiction readers out there. A pre-teen saves the ship from space pirates with sThis was a fun middle-grade sci-fi read for any of you who have science fiction readers out there. A pre-teen saves the ship from space pirates with some pretty cunning tricks. It's a bit like Home Alone in Space. Loved the part where he's eating reconstituted cheeseburgers and fries with ketchup floating in front of his face. Awesome! ...more
Fascinating short story. What a cool idea that you could be reset. Not sure how your brain would know the difference between someone else killing you Fascinating short story. What a cool idea that you could be reset. Not sure how your brain would know the difference between someone else killing you and dying of natural causes but the idea is interesting and brings up so many ethical questions that were explored so well here. ...more
Wow, that ending was amazing! It was perfect. I could easily see this duology turned into a movie or a television series. There are so many juicy bitsWow, that ending was amazing! It was perfect. I could easily see this duology turned into a movie or a television series. There are so many juicy bits and there's something for everyone. Do you like history. You got it. Future tech. It's there. Corporate espionage? Yep. Backstabbing girls who wear scandalous amounts of makeup and pretty clothes? Obviously. But Danica's brain outshines everything. Love that she not only keeps pace with the king but outmaneuvers him time and again. The dangerous dance they do in this book is simply addicting!...more
This one is unlike anything I've ever read before. I so love Poe. She's so angry and vengeful and powerful and smart and the armor she made to protectThis one is unlike anything I've ever read before. I so love Poe. She's so angry and vengeful and powerful and smart and the armor she made to protect the ship is something she wears herself. You can almost see how sharp and bristly she is as she cuts the people around her. Such an excellent character. Hope there's more coming!...more
Wow what an ending. I love Adain. Creepy, self-aware computers are my favorite. If you're a sci-fi fan and love YA books, you need to check out this sWow what an ending. I love Adain. Creepy, self-aware computers are my favorite. If you're a sci-fi fan and love YA books, you need to check out this series. ...more
I saw the movie first and though I typically prefer books to movies, in this case, I understand why the changes were made. It would have been difficulI saw the movie first and though I typically prefer books to movies, in this case, I understand why the changes were made. It would have been difficult to watch a character on screen play pacman for several hours. I am a huge 80's person. That was my era. I love so much from that decade. Now, after reading this, I am sadly aware of the fact that I know nothing. Yes, I played Atari but wowsers, even I was lost on 70% of the references. The 80's mic has been dropped. All I can do is kneel down and say, "I'm not worthy."...more
I'm embarrassed about how long it took me to figure out this was a prequel. Then, when I did, everything slid into its proper place. Really interestinI'm embarrassed about how long it took me to figure out this was a prequel. Then, when I did, everything slid into its proper place. Really interesting to read about how everything went down. My favorite scene was at the end when we find out all the secrets!...more
I was sucked into this book from the very beginning. This is an edge of your seat, fast and furious, roller coaster and I'd be shocked if you didn't pI was sucked into this book from the very beginning. This is an edge of your seat, fast and furious, roller coaster and I'd be shocked if you didn't pick up the next book immediately. What a scary world to live in! Love the heroine so much....more
I love the futuristic setting and all the chemistry/medical descriptions. The different types of enhancements were wildly creative and cool! I think mI love the futuristic setting and all the chemistry/medical descriptions. The different types of enhancements were wildly creative and cool! I think my favorite scenes were when vials were broken on enemies and you see the results. Scary and awesome. =)...more
I love the little yellow bird and I want one. It was so cool to follow the heroine above ground for the first time. We take for granted wonderful thinI love the little yellow bird and I want one. It was so cool to follow the heroine above ground for the first time. We take for granted wonderful things like the moon and the sky and trees. Really like the new characters and can't wait to see what happens next, especially after that cliffhanger ending....more
A very scary version of the future. Love the dystopian setting with the cars piled up on the side of the road and broken down cities and malls. I coulA very scary version of the future. Love the dystopian setting with the cars piled up on the side of the road and broken down cities and malls. I could easily see this one translating into film. The most memorable scene for me is when the heroine is captured by the enemy....more
This is like a future version of Pretty Little Liars. My favorite thing about this book was all the tech in the future. I've got to get me one of thosThis is like a future version of Pretty Little Liars. My favorite thing about this book was all the tech in the future. I've got to get me one of those closet things where I just search on a screen and it brings the outfit to me. Also loved the custom made clothing and the lights that sense when you're awake and moving through a room. Ooh and the bubble drinks that float in the air....more
A very unique take on the story of Atlantis. My favorite thing was the butterflies that were little spy cameras. The setting is lovely. It will stay wA very unique take on the story of Atlantis. My favorite thing was the butterflies that were little spy cameras. The setting is lovely. It will stay with you. Curious about the world outside the dome now. ...more
I love the mix of different cultures as well as the world building in this series. The heroine is amazing and I wish I could fight alongside her or seI love the mix of different cultures as well as the world building in this series. The heroine is amazing and I wish I could fight alongside her or see her in action. She's super cool. The spells and the magic are really well imagined. Love the colors of the hunters and the fact that they have channels people follow. It's fantasy but with enough of a real world overlap, it feels like it could happen....more
The ending tugged at my heartstrings. I feel like I've been through a whirlwind with these characters. It was so nicely wrapped up. The technologies dThe ending tugged at my heartstrings. I feel like I've been through a whirlwind with these characters. It was so nicely wrapped up. The technologies described are so creative. Loved hearing about how everything in the future worked!...more
I think I liked this one better than the first. The main character has a really strong voice and I really felt like I got to know him by the end of thI think I liked this one better than the first. The main character has a really strong voice and I really felt like I got to know him by the end of the book. The ending was a bittersweet one that felt just right. My favorite scene was the reunion with Jenna....more
The book cover is a mystery unveiled in the story and it's a good one people. The most frightening/interesting thing is that I could picture this happThe book cover is a mystery unveiled in the story and it's a good one people. The most frightening/interesting thing is that I could picture this happening. I love the introspection of the main character. The pondering she does about what makes up a soul is really poetic and thoughtful. ...more
Such a fun read. I loved getting into the heads of different characters. My favorite was The Prince. So many great side stories in this one. If you loSuch a fun read. I loved getting into the heads of different characters. My favorite was The Prince. So many great side stories in this one. If you love The Selection series, you definitely need to get your hands on this one. ...more
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