Scan barcode
fai_aka's review against another edition
3.0
3.8 stars
We usually read about society that suppressed women so it's very interesting to read about how a society of women looks down on men and treated them like animals(maybe even worse than animals) used only for breeding. Not that the women had it better either, well definitely better than being treated like an animal, but they still have to follow everything they were told to do even some unacceptable ways of the society(especially with what they do to some babiesT_T).
It's a unique and different concept from what I've read so far and that's what I like most about this book.
Although until now I can't really imagine how the Pit actually looks like. Is it an underground tunnel with caves on its side?
I also like how we get to see Kate grows from being uncertain,scared and helpless to brave and determined, and that makes her more human and easier to relate to since she didn't just suddenly becomes brave. Ian is a typical character I think, although he's a bit hasty and always jumps to conclusions.
Butttt then it suddenly turns into sci-fi! Like what?? And the ending and someone's death are too sudden and convenient
We usually read about society that suppressed women so it's very interesting to read about how a society of women looks down on men and treated them like animals(maybe even worse than animals) used only for breeding. Not that the women had it better either, well definitely better than being treated like an animal, but they still have to follow everything they were told to do even some unacceptable ways of the society(especially with what they do to some babiesT_T).
It's a unique and different concept from what I've read so far and that's what I like most about this book.
Although until now I can't really imagine how the Pit actually looks like. Is it an underground tunnel with caves on its side?
I also like how we get to see Kate grows from being uncertain,scared and helpless to brave and determined, and that makes her more human and easier to relate to since she didn't just suddenly becomes brave. Ian is a typical character I think, although he's a bit hasty and always jumps to conclusions.
Butttt then it suddenly turns into sci-fi! Like what?? And the ending and someone's death are too sudden and convenient
fai_aka's review
3.0
3.5 stars
The first Kate part of the story is kind of slow; I know that it's the first time Kate ever travels anywhere and everything is new to her, but after some time her constant fear and doubt tires me out.
Even though we get to know more about Eden(which actually create more questions) and there's no love triangle(I'm so glad for this), most of the book is about their travel in the woods so it gets boring for me.
But it's still a pretty decent sequel.
The first Kate part of the story is kind of slow; I know that it's the first time Kate ever travels anywhere and everything is new to her, but after some time her constant fear and doubt tires me out.
Even though we get to know more about Eden(which actually create more questions) and there's no love triangle(I'm so glad for this), most of the book is about their travel in the woods so it gets boring for me.
But it's still a pretty decent sequel.
abitcloudy's review against another edition
5.0
Today is Kate's 16th birthday, the day she is to become a Breeder. In her village, the ways of the Council and Fate must be followed. Kate mostly does her duties among the other women. The problem is... Kate doesn't want to be a breeder. She wants to defy Fate and be her own person. On this day her world changes and she begins to learn there is more to life and the outside world then she could imagine.
nannyf's review against another edition
4.0
I was provided with a copy of this book by the author for R&R.
I am a huge fan of Dystopian books, and jumped at the chance to read this one. The synopsis sounded a bit different, and I was intrigued by it. I can honestly say I wasn't disappointed.
In a post apocalyptic world Kate lives in a village run by other women. Men are there also, but only as 'stock' to impregnate breeders, thus continuing the female line. Should any male babies arrive they are dealt with swiftly.
Everyone is taught from an early age that Fate is in charge. That Fate is decided by the alignment of the stars as soon as they are born, and cannot be changed.
But Kate is different. She knows what she is destined by Fate to be, but she doesn't want it, doesn't like it, and she will rebel against it. However this rebelling does not go down too well with the council.
This is a book which is, at times, very sweet. Kate forms relationships, of a sort, with several of the 'stock' and it is those relationships which provide some genuinely moving moments.
The book is written well and instantly grabs your attention, and keeps it throughout. I was desperate to find out where it was going and what would happen. There are various twists and turns throughout, and a little bit of mystery thrown in for good measure.
The ending promises a sequel which I can't wait to read, and I hope it follows soon. This is a great addition to the Dystopian genre which I definitely recommend.
I am a huge fan of Dystopian books, and jumped at the chance to read this one. The synopsis sounded a bit different, and I was intrigued by it. I can honestly say I wasn't disappointed.
In a post apocalyptic world Kate lives in a village run by other women. Men are there also, but only as 'stock' to impregnate breeders, thus continuing the female line. Should any male babies arrive they are dealt with swiftly.
Everyone is taught from an early age that Fate is in charge. That Fate is decided by the alignment of the stars as soon as they are born, and cannot be changed.
But Kate is different. She knows what she is destined by Fate to be, but she doesn't want it, doesn't like it, and she will rebel against it. However this rebelling does not go down too well with the council.
This is a book which is, at times, very sweet. Kate forms relationships, of a sort, with several of the 'stock' and it is those relationships which provide some genuinely moving moments.
The book is written well and instantly grabs your attention, and keeps it throughout. I was desperate to find out where it was going and what would happen. There are various twists and turns throughout, and a little bit of mystery thrown in for good measure.
The ending promises a sequel which I can't wait to read, and I hope it follows soon. This is a great addition to the Dystopian genre which I definitely recommend.
nannyf's review
4.0
I loved book one, Breeder, and couldn't wait to read this one. I wasn't disappointed.
I loved the relationship between Kate and Ian, and was interested to see where the author would take it once they escaped the imprisonment of Kate's life in her village. Kate was brought up to believe her village was the only one, and to discover there was another totally confused her. What she discovers in this book has her doubting her whole existence.
We find out a lot more about Eden, and discover the answers to long hidden secrets. But with those answers come even more questions, which the boys from Eden themselves don't know the answers to.
I loved finding out more about the other characters in this story. Ian's friends are as intriguing as he is.
The ending leaves us hanging, and I can't wait to move on to book three.
I loved the relationship between Kate and Ian, and was interested to see where the author would take it once they escaped the imprisonment of Kate's life in her village. Kate was brought up to believe her village was the only one, and to discover there was another totally confused her. What she discovers in this book has her doubting her whole existence.
We find out a lot more about Eden, and discover the answers to long hidden secrets. But with those answers come even more questions, which the boys from Eden themselves don't know the answers to.
I loved finding out more about the other characters in this story. Ian's friends are as intriguing as he is.
The ending leaves us hanging, and I can't wait to move on to book three.
belindaclemons_123's review
5.0
Omg if you thought Breeder was Great The Archer ups the ante a lot. Archer will make you mad cry your heart out and shocked all at the same time.I liked that Ian had a pov in this one showing his time in Eden and all the brand new characters. also Justin was a great character I liked him a lot. And that ending I wasn't expecting that at all well done. I really cant wait to read Master if the first two was anything to go on it will blow my mind. this book was a rollercoaster full of emotions
meganpyper's review
4.0
In the second installment of the arrows flight series we see Kate and Ian's point of view. Overall this novel is more intense and action packed than the last one and further develops Kate and Ian's relationship as well as Diana, Justin, Jesse and Max as characters. The only reason this isn't 5 stars is because I feel the start of a love triangle is too cliche.
More...