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jmbowe92's review
3.0
I read this as an ARC on Netgalley. It was very fast-paced, and the premise was super interesting. You should know going into this that it is a very loose sci-fi retelling of the Wizard of OZ. This becomes obvious about 30% into the book. (Maybe sooner, and I didn't catch on.) Overall, it is a quick and fun ride. I loved the setting and the creative spin on the Wizard of OZ.
marissajanellatchreads's review
5.0
I couldn't put this down! I loved every minute of this! Sci-fi Wizard of Oz type retelling, but with a lot of twists!!
heidiedm's review
5.0
Amazing book, plenty of action adventure and mystery.
Amazing characters to match the amazing environment/world this book is based in.
Story was very engaging with plenty of twists and turns to keep you interested. Definitely looking forward to any further books by this author and based in this world.
Amazing characters to match the amazing environment/world this book is based in.
Story was very engaging with plenty of twists and turns to keep you interested. Definitely looking forward to any further books by this author and based in this world.
bunny_herondale's review
4.0
3.5 stars, rounded up
First of all huge thanks to Sea Breeze Books and NetGalley for providing me with an e-arc of the book in exchange of a honest review. All thoughts are my own.
So, the moment I first saw this book I was sold. Sapphic romance? Wizard of Oz retelling? SCI-FI? Yeah, many things I liked mixed together. It was really fast paced at the beginning and I was reading this book before going to sleep and first thing in the morning and just eating it up, I do admit that it went a little slower around the 50-60% of the book but it soon picked up better. AND THE LAST PART OF THE BOOK? I was just trying to understand what was happening with so many plot twists all over the place.
But first thing firsts, what is Over the Moon about?
Our main character, Dora, is a fabulous engineer who is living in a small moon with her Auntie, her Uncle and her little cousins. However, she's an illegal clone of princess Jo'Niss, so she's not allowed to leave the moon. That thought scares her, Dora wants to live, go to university, explore the universe, create more droids and AIs, but she can't, because if she goes out of that moon she's most likely to get killed.
Of course at some moment she tries to escape but if I tell you more details about that it would be a spoiler so read the book and find out for yourself.
One thing I really enjoyed is the annoyance to lovers with the main pairing, and the found family trope in this book, is really simple to pass the time but it transports you to another world. I really think people should give it a try.
First of all huge thanks to Sea Breeze Books and NetGalley for providing me with an e-arc of the book in exchange of a honest review. All thoughts are my own.
So, the moment I first saw this book I was sold. Sapphic romance? Wizard of Oz retelling? SCI-FI? Yeah, many things I liked mixed together. It was really fast paced at the beginning and I was reading this book before going to sleep and first thing in the morning and just eating it up, I do admit that it went a little slower around the 50-60% of the book but it soon picked up better. AND THE LAST PART OF THE BOOK? I was just trying to understand what was happening with so many plot twists all over the place.
But first thing firsts, what is Over the Moon about?
Our main character, Dora, is a fabulous engineer who is living in a small moon with her Auntie, her Uncle and her little cousins. However, she's an illegal clone of princess Jo'Niss, so she's not allowed to leave the moon. That thought scares her, Dora wants to live, go to university, explore the universe, create more droids and AIs, but she can't, because if she goes out of that moon she's most likely to get killed.
Of course at some moment she tries to escape but if I tell you more details about that it would be a spoiler so read the book and find out for yourself.
One thing I really enjoyed is the annoyance to lovers with the main pairing, and the found family trope in this book, is really simple to pass the time but it transports you to another world. I really think people should give it a try.
boutofbibliophilia's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
spellscribe's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
4.75
This was so much fun! Space-wizard of Oz. Scarecrow is a pretty girl without a memory. Dorothy is gay, but also a clone, and damn handy with a wrench. Toto is a baby bot with a growing personality. I won't tell you the rest, but this book has every good vibe I needed this week. Sweet, funny, fun, and an ass kicking at the end.
thereaderandthechef's review
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.5
“And if they find you—run. Run to the end of the road and don’t look back.”
After a literal crashing disappointment, Dora finds herself in a whole new planet to explore. She has lived her entire life in hiding and all she wanted was to attend university and pursue her dream of becoming a high tech engineer. And the thing is that it’s not easy being an illegal clone to the Sylvarian System’s (their universe) adored Princess, and it got worse for Dora after the tragic death of said Princess Jo’Niss.
“I’ve wanted to be free—well, here I am. Hello universe, up close and personal, my own front-row seat to the stars.”
Dora is amazing! She’s someone that has been forced to live in shadow, and the moment she decides to take her future in her own hands, she’s forced to flee for her life. I completely understood her motivation to pursue her dreams and her exasperation of not being able to since she had to hide her identity. With a huge passion for robotics, a likable personality and her enthusiasm of exploring the outside world, Dora is a character that is hard not to love. Plus, her pet robot Tau is the absolute cutest, together they make a great team!
“Somewhere over the moon, over the solar system, light years away, there has to be a better place than this. A place where I can show my face without fear of retribution.”
Over the Moon is a loose retelling of The Wizard of Oz in a futuristic world that also crashes with the old world, but with its unique twists that makes this sci-fi fantasy into such an enjoyable read. The characters are outstanding, Dora gets to travel with three other companions and she gets to meet them one by one and learning a bit of their backstory & motivations was definitely a highlight for me. Dora, Crow, Nemo and Nekkan share the mission of meeting the Technomage, to see if he can help with each of their personal goals/struggles. And together they set off in the hopes to find him.
I was charmed by this story! Over the Moon is an exciting read, character driven, with a bit of romance and friendship bonds that will leave you smiling. I was so invested in their story and I just kept wishing for Dora to thrive. Excited to see where her story is headed, as the book ended in such a promising note!
**I received this book for free from Author, MTMC Tours in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. You can also find this review at The Reader and the Chef blog + creative content based on the book!**
eloise_bradbooks's review
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
So much fun!!
Loved all the Wizard of Oz references but all made sci-fi with space travel, genetic clones, galactic royalty and robots.
The whole robot engineering also seemed really interesting to me and well researched.
Honestly I cant to see what happens next!
Loved all the Wizard of Oz references but all made sci-fi with space travel, genetic clones, galactic royalty and robots.
The whole robot engineering also seemed really interesting to me and well researched.
Honestly I cant to see what happens next!
bratzlibrary's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0