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fractaltexan's review
2.0
I honestly don't know where to begin.
First off, a plethora of references to the show, including the same description of Observers at least 10 times.
As for the plot itself, it didn't truly go well. A time skip would have worked. But to go from the main plot of a cop after Olivia, to some odd genetic research hospital tied to Massive Dynamic, was too much for me.
As for the reviews stating Olivia would let anyone sleep with her, I did find that an odd thing in the book, but Kieran did save her. I can see her 'loving' him because of what he did.
Of course, we got a cute little 'I have a crush on Liv' story that had a horribly unsatisfying ending.
We actually get closure to the original plot in the dang epilogue, which is also horribly unsatisfying. Two Stars is just about right, considering this is one of the lesser fanfictions I've read. Yes...it came across as Fanfiction.
Highly disappointed.
First off, a plethora of references to the show, including the same description of Observers at least 10 times.
As for the plot itself, it didn't truly go well. A time skip would have worked. But to go from the main plot of a cop after Olivia, to some odd genetic research hospital tied to Massive Dynamic, was too much for me.
As for the reviews stating Olivia would let anyone sleep with her, I did find that an odd thing in the book, but Kieran did save her. I can see her 'loving' him because of what he did.
Of course, we got a cute little 'I have a crush on Liv' story that had a horribly unsatisfying ending.
We actually get closure to the original plot in the dang epilogue, which is also horribly unsatisfying. Two Stars is just about right, considering this is one of the lesser fanfictions I've read. Yes...it came across as Fanfiction.
Highly disappointed.
fangirlfelicia's review
2.0
much better than the last fringe book (the zodiac paradox) but I may be biased since Olivia is my favorite character. the book covers her childhood/teens: her school life, her relationship with her sister and her friendship with a nerdy boy. there is some morbidly grotesque bits near the end of the book which might gross the heck out of some. (I did for me a little) it was an interesting read and I would recommend it to any Fringe fan who wanted a deeper look at Olivia Dunham and how she became the person we see on the show.
ilaria_14's review
3.0
Overall the book was enjoyable and it had good action/suspense scenes, in my opinion.
But I'm very reluctant when it comes to considering it as canon fiction, as it's supposed to be.
But then all those odd events happened -Olivia and Rachel practically accepting a scholarship flavoured candy from a stranger, that "You said you wanted to look slutty. Your wish is my command" moment when poor Olivia has to wear heavy make-up, red lipstick and her hair made into "two twin buns like mouse ears"(God, what a lame image) in order to make a bully confess, the Massive Dynamic kidnapping her with the intent of breeding a new race of humans out of her... While that's OK with the MD ethic, it goes completely nonsensical when compared to the Olivia Dunham we know from the show and her background story.
I mean, how the heck could she forget about that freaks filled place?!
Not to mention her unforgettable first time with the weak-hearted Kieran...
I enjoyed their relationship though -sweet and sincere. 'Till it lasted, at least.
In the end, I felt most of the Fringe atmosphere had gone lost somewhere in the first half...
Still, putting the not-so-canon development aside, The Burning Man is a quite good reading for the Fringies.
But I'm very reluctant when it comes to considering it as canon fiction, as it's supposed to be.
Spoiler
The first chapter seemed great and coherent to the show episodes ("she found herself thinking about that odd, lonely boy she'd met at the daycare center. His name had been Peter. She thought about the blimps, and white tulips [...]").But then all those odd events happened -Olivia and Rachel practically accepting a scholarship flavoured candy from a stranger, that "You said you wanted to look slutty. Your wish is my command" moment when poor Olivia has to wear heavy make-up, red lipstick and her hair made into "two twin buns like mouse ears"(God, what a lame image) in order to make a bully confess, the Massive Dynamic kidnapping her with the intent of breeding a new race of humans out of her... While that's OK with the MD ethic, it goes completely nonsensical when compared to the Olivia Dunham we know from the show and her background story.
I mean, how the heck could she forget about that freaks filled place?!
Not to mention her unforgettable first time with the weak-hearted Kieran...
I enjoyed their relationship though -sweet and sincere. 'Till it lasted, at least.
In the end, I felt most of the Fringe atmosphere had gone lost somewhere in the first half...
Still, putting the not-so-canon development aside, The Burning Man is a quite good reading for the Fringies.
littlemainelibrarian's review
4.0
This is the 2nd in the Fringe series. I enjoyed this book. It was ok, not earth shatteringly wonderful but a good read. I really enjoyed most of the TV series. These books are prequels to the show.
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