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iowagirl's review
adventurous
mysterious
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? Yes
3.0
owlyreadsalot's review
4.0
This book right here turned out to be a very interesting read that grew even more intense as the story progressed. At first I didn't know how this would go, as those first few pages took a little getting into. But, it was only for that first chapter or two because the minute it revved up I couldn't get enough of this story. There was definitely a good amount of characters to get even more invested in ISAN, as those that were part of the team had much going on here as well.
And what a story it is. There is tons of mystery surrounding the place that Ava has come to know as the second jail, filled with secrets and lies to last a lifetime. What sounded like the best option for her at the time, turned out to be so much more that none of the "subjects" could ever fathom. It's a place where Helix (or HB77) serum is at the forefront, with many people wanting all of it to come to an end.
Just like mentioned above, it only gets better the more the story progresses. With a very special mission they're all being prepped for, along with a group of people bent on stopping the continuation of ISAN, and a truth that Ava must get to before these missions get completely out of hand and she loses those she cares for. And believe me, it becomes a ticking time bomb when she discovers how easily they can all be eradicated.
I'm glad to have been able to take part in this blog tour and get to read this novel, as it might have continued passing me by without the opportunity. Now that I know this world exists though, you know I'm all for the sequel (because yes, there is one and I need it). I mean really, secret assassins, a special serum that makes unstoppable soldiers, a world of unanswered questions waiting to be brought to light, what more could one ask for. I know what I'm getting my hands on next.
***I received this copy from Vesuvian Books, in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.***
And what a story it is. There is tons of mystery surrounding the place that Ava has come to know as the second jail, filled with secrets and lies to last a lifetime. What sounded like the best option for her at the time, turned out to be so much more that none of the "subjects" could ever fathom. It's a place where Helix (or HB77) serum is at the forefront, with many people wanting all of it to come to an end.
Just like mentioned above, it only gets better the more the story progresses. With a very special mission they're all being prepped for, along with a group of people bent on stopping the continuation of ISAN, and a truth that Ava must get to before these missions get completely out of hand and she loses those she cares for. And believe me, it becomes a ticking time bomb when she discovers how easily they can all be eradicated.
I'm glad to have been able to take part in this blog tour and get to read this novel, as it might have continued passing me by without the opportunity. Now that I know this world exists though, you know I'm all for the sequel (because yes, there is one and I need it). I mean really, secret assassins, a special serum that makes unstoppable soldiers, a world of unanswered questions waiting to be brought to light, what more could one ask for. I know what I'm getting my hands on next.
***I received this copy from Vesuvian Books, in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.***
charvi_not_just_fiction's review
3.0
The second half of the book did not reach its mark.... things were monotonous and too predictable. Full review coming soon
simoneandherbooks's review
2.0
This was a solid read from a great author. From the moment you start reading this book, you’re enthralled by all the cool fighting and women kicking ass. The story follows Ava, a young recruit to ISAN who is learning how to kill or be killed. Her, along with her team, are the best in the group and ready to take on some real assignments.
ISAN uses this special “serum” that connects with your testosterone levels and enhances your senses. You can see brighter, hear farther away, and even fight better. For some, the serum also gives them some superhuman powers. For Ava, this is the ability to see blueprints and maps of the spaces she’s occupying.
However, Ava starts getting messages from a mysterious “Sniper” that makes her question the reality of her situation. It’s only until she’s kidnapped by “Sniper” that she starts to question everything.
In this situation, it almost feels like I’m reading the plot to The Matrix. Ava is isolated and alone. She doesn’t have any ideas on what ISAN is doing other than training young women to be assassins. She asks questions, but doesn’t get any answers from her trusted superiors. But then, she’s kidnapped by someone who had also escaped ISAN and he shares with her the true identity of the group.
I really liked that this book was in first person. With a book like this and where you’re building out the world, it’s always good to have a character that the reader can use to relate to things. Ava’s lack of knowledge on the goings-on in ISAN helped the readers follow along and learn a little bit more.
While I wish there was a little bit more world building in terms of this dystopian world, I feel like it wasn’t necessary in this case. You get enough of an idea while still being able to follow Ava on her missions. I do hope to see more explanation on the world in the next book.
The book is action-packed! When Ava and her team aren’t on a mission, they’re constantly training so if you’re into action in your books, then this is definitely the book for you. You also see women kicking some ass and I wondered why it was mostly women assassins. That was until I found out what happened when injecting the serum into men.
I think the biggest pitfall and the reason why I didn’t give this a 5-star review is the fact that it lacks a lot of feminism. This book basically just needs a good dose of it.
For example, when the women were getting ready to go out on their first mission, they were given these gadgets (like James Bond) to help them in dire situations. However, the gadgets were things like explosive earrings, a compact that can detect lasers, and lipstick with a deadly poison when mixed with carbon dioxide. As fun as these gadgets may sound, why are they so centered around modern-day ideas of beauty? After all, this book is set in a dystopian future.
Another example of this is towards the end when Ava is pining after Rhett. Yes, this is a little bit of a spoiler, but it’s also just a low blow. Ava is supposed to be this trained killer and she’s crying in her room because she misses her boyfriend? I honestly feel like her over-explained emotional state wasn’t necessary here and it could have been spun into some cool revenge sequel or even motivate her to find out more about ISAN.
But overall, it’s definitely a great start to another dystopian YA novel. I’m actually very excited to read the next book in this series despite the small pitfalls and world building. I hope you enjoy it too!
Paperback, 330 pages
Vesuvian Books (May 1, 2018)
Rating: 3/5 stars
I received a copy of this book from TLC Book Tours for free in exchange for an honest review. My opinions have not been influenced by the publisher or the author.
ISAN uses this special “serum” that connects with your testosterone levels and enhances your senses. You can see brighter, hear farther away, and even fight better. For some, the serum also gives them some superhuman powers. For Ava, this is the ability to see blueprints and maps of the spaces she’s occupying.
However, Ava starts getting messages from a mysterious “Sniper” that makes her question the reality of her situation. It’s only until she’s kidnapped by “Sniper” that she starts to question everything.
In this situation, it almost feels like I’m reading the plot to The Matrix. Ava is isolated and alone. She doesn’t have any ideas on what ISAN is doing other than training young women to be assassins. She asks questions, but doesn’t get any answers from her trusted superiors. But then, she’s kidnapped by someone who had also escaped ISAN and he shares with her the true identity of the group.
I really liked that this book was in first person. With a book like this and where you’re building out the world, it’s always good to have a character that the reader can use to relate to things. Ava’s lack of knowledge on the goings-on in ISAN helped the readers follow along and learn a little bit more.
While I wish there was a little bit more world building in terms of this dystopian world, I feel like it wasn’t necessary in this case. You get enough of an idea while still being able to follow Ava on her missions. I do hope to see more explanation on the world in the next book.
The book is action-packed! When Ava and her team aren’t on a mission, they’re constantly training so if you’re into action in your books, then this is definitely the book for you. You also see women kicking some ass and I wondered why it was mostly women assassins. That was until I found out what happened when injecting the serum into men.
I think the biggest pitfall and the reason why I didn’t give this a 5-star review is the fact that it lacks a lot of feminism. This book basically just needs a good dose of it.
For example, when the women were getting ready to go out on their first mission, they were given these gadgets (like James Bond) to help them in dire situations. However, the gadgets were things like explosive earrings, a compact that can detect lasers, and lipstick with a deadly poison when mixed with carbon dioxide. As fun as these gadgets may sound, why are they so centered around modern-day ideas of beauty? After all, this book is set in a dystopian future.
Another example of this is towards the end when Ava is pining after Rhett. Yes, this is a little bit of a spoiler, but it’s also just a low blow. Ava is supposed to be this trained killer and she’s crying in her room because she misses her boyfriend? I honestly feel like her over-explained emotional state wasn’t necessary here and it could have been spun into some cool revenge sequel or even motivate her to find out more about ISAN.
But overall, it’s definitely a great start to another dystopian YA novel. I’m actually very excited to read the next book in this series despite the small pitfalls and world building. I hope you enjoy it too!
Paperback, 330 pages
Vesuvian Books (May 1, 2018)
Rating: 3/5 stars
I received a copy of this book from TLC Book Tours for free in exchange for an honest review. My opinions have not been influenced by the publisher or the author.
thelilbulldozer's review
3.0
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I will start this off by saying that the book grabbed me at the start of the novel and never let go. I mean, sure, it might have nearly lost me in the middle of the story (something I'll explain more on in a second) but by the end I didn't want to put it down and I have decided that I will be picking up the sequel.
Let's start off with (in my opinion) the best part of the story: the writing. I think the author, Mary Ting, is extremely talented. First off, the world building never felt infodumpy, the reader learned things as needed - which, in that note, nothing ever felt like it was a last minute decision that had been added just to further the plot; it felt like everything had been added and planned before the story has been written, even if that wasn't the case, (I cannot speak on the planning process because I do not personally know the author.)
Speaking of plot, I was a little let down with it. As someone who is obsessed with reading about fictional criminals (especially assassins!) I was a little disappointed with the lack of assassination in this story. "Assassin" is in the title and yet we only ever see Ava kill one person. But I do understand why she wasn't going around be hired to fling her guns around. It just doesn't fit her character.
Oh look, another seque! The characters! I liked reading from Ava's POV (Point of View) for this book. Unlike some MCs, Ava wasn't annoying or stupid. I never found myself cringing at any of her actions (except for how often she gasped. Seriously, it was a reoccurring thing. It would happen at least once a chapter and when it didn't, Ava gasped multiple times in the following chapters.) I'd have to say that Brooke or Tamara takes the cake as my favourite character, I enjoyed their presence.
I wasn't surprised at anything in this book, but now that I think about it: I don't think this book had any jaw dropping plot twists near the end, and while that might not work for some people (or books for that matter), I don't think the story suffers from it at all.
As I said earlier, I am interested in the sequel and just by looking at the non spoiler reviews for it and the third book, it seems that they just keep getting better and better.
Real quick before I go, I'd like to thank my friend, Trinity, for asking me if I was interested in having a chance to read this book. And I'd also like to thank the author for sending me a free copy. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to anything you publish in the future. You are definitely on my radar!
I will start this off by saying that the book grabbed me at the start of the novel and never let go. I mean, sure, it might have nearly lost me in the middle of the story (something I'll explain more on in a second) but by the end I didn't want to put it down and I have decided that I will be picking up the sequel.
Let's start off with (in my opinion) the best part of the story: the writing. I think the author, Mary Ting, is extremely talented. First off, the world building never felt infodumpy, the reader learned things as needed - which, in that note, nothing ever felt like it was a last minute decision that had been added just to further the plot; it felt like everything had been added and planned before the story has been written, even if that wasn't the case, (I cannot speak on the planning process because I do not personally know the author.)
Speaking of plot, I was a little let down with it. As someone who is obsessed with reading about fictional criminals (especially assassins!) I was a little disappointed with the lack of assassination in this story. "Assassin" is in the title and yet we only ever see Ava kill one person. But I do understand why she wasn't going around be hired to fling her guns around. It just doesn't fit her character.
Oh look, another seque! The characters! I liked reading from Ava's POV (Point of View) for this book. Unlike some MCs, Ava wasn't annoying or stupid. I never found myself cringing at any of her actions (except for how often she gasped. Seriously, it was a reoccurring thing. It would happen at least once a chapter and when it didn't, Ava gasped multiple times in the following chapters.) I'd have to say that Brooke or Tamara takes the cake as my favourite character, I enjoyed their presence.
I wasn't surprised at anything in this book, but now that I think about it: I don't think this book had any jaw dropping plot twists near the end, and while that might not work for some people (or books for that matter), I don't think the story suffers from it at all.
As I said earlier, I am interested in the sequel and just by looking at the non spoiler reviews for it and the third book, it seems that they just keep getting better and better.
Real quick before I go, I'd like to thank my friend, Trinity, for asking me if I was interested in having a chance to read this book. And I'd also like to thank the author for sending me a free copy. I enjoyed reading this book and look forward to anything you publish in the future. You are definitely on my radar!
novelheartbeat's review against another edition
I just can't do it anymore. Trust me, no one is more disappointed than me.
I made it to 45% before I finally had to give up. The ONLY reason I managed to force myself so far through this train wreck is because this book was one of my top 5 most anticipated releases of 2018. I mean, come on, an assassin network?! The premise sounded really incredible.
What I was expecting: A kickass, adrenaline-packed, edge-of-your-seat story full of awesomeness and, well, ass-kicking.
What I got: Whiny, catty, bickering teenage girls. And angst. And really horrible writing.
This book was juvenile to the point that it felt like Middle Grade, not Young Adult. If it weren't for the fact that they were assassins, it should have been labeled MG. And really, from what I read it could have passed as it anyway because there was little to none of that ass kicking I was hoping for - the 45% I read was basically all of the aforementioned whiny, bickering teenagers. Sorry, but I was never that immature when I was 17.
There were too many things in this book that were ridiculous to the point that I rolled my eyes. Such as:
1. They're distracting us with their stench. Yes, that's right. With their stench. The other team purposely made themselves stinky so that it would be distracting to the girls hyped up on the sensory-enhancing drug, Helix. What?
2. The MC's best friend got pissed at another girl for taking too long getting her food in line. She flips her off just for that, then the girl threatened to break her fingers. And there were other scenes with similar escalating tempers. I don't know, everything just seemed overly-dramatic? Like whyyy are you getting so upset over pot roast and mashed potatoes.
3. This literal line: [He] watched me soak in his hotness. Soak in his hotness? Maybe I'm too old for this? I guess I just want something that feels a little less like reading from an angsty 14-year-old girl's perspective when I'm expecting a book supposedly about ASSASSINS.
4. In the middle of a fight:
Two gunshots whiffed past me. At the same time, the bullet tore through skin, muscle, and bone. As my body slammed into his, shattering glass crashed in my ears as pain wrenched through me. I flew out the window. I didn't know which one of us had been shot. Which one of you had been shot? HOW DO YOU NOT KNOW YOU'VE BEEN SHOT?! I mean...what would I know, I've never been shot? Buuut I'm pretty sure you would feel it?? -baffled- I get that when you're hyped up on adrenaline you probably wouldn't feel pain acutely but HOW would you not know you'd been shot?! Even if the pain doesn't register you'd still be able to feel it. Right? Am I crazy?! (If anyone reading this has ever actually been shot, I'd love some insight on this subject lol)
5. Some random dude messages Ava on her Tab (iPad thingy) and asks to meet her and SHE GOES TO MEET HIM? What the actual ever loving fuck? She didn't know a thing about him (seriously, not even his real name, because he told her to call him Sniper), had like two 15 minute electronical messages with him, and when she went to a club and got a mysterious note from him that said to meet him at the back door and "don't tell anyone," wandered off alone to meet him. But it's okay because he was hot. That's a great thing to teach teenage girls.
Anyway, you get the point. There were so many other irritating things in this book that I was rolling my eyes or cringing on almost every page. The prose was horribly sophomoric, even for a low end YA. This would have been too juvenile for me even when I was 17. Looks like this book has really high reviews so I must be the black sheep again...
I made it to 45% before I finally had to give up. The ONLY reason I managed to force myself so far through this train wreck is because this book was one of my top 5 most anticipated releases of 2018. I mean, come on, an assassin network?! The premise sounded really incredible.
What I was expecting: A kickass, adrenaline-packed, edge-of-your-seat story full of awesomeness and, well, ass-kicking.
What I got: Whiny, catty, bickering teenage girls. And angst. And really horrible writing.
This book was juvenile to the point that it felt like Middle Grade, not Young Adult. If it weren't for the fact that they were assassins, it should have been labeled MG. And really, from what I read it could have passed as it anyway because there was little to none of that ass kicking I was hoping for - the 45% I read was basically all of the aforementioned whiny, bickering teenagers. Sorry, but I was never that immature when I was 17.
There were too many things in this book that were ridiculous to the point that I rolled my eyes. Such as:
1. They're distracting us with their stench. Yes, that's right. With their stench. The other team purposely made themselves stinky so that it would be distracting to the girls hyped up on the sensory-enhancing drug, Helix. What?
2. The MC's best friend got pissed at another girl for taking too long getting her food in line. She flips her off just for that, then the girl threatened to break her fingers. And there were other scenes with similar escalating tempers. I don't know, everything just seemed overly-dramatic? Like whyyy are you getting so upset over pot roast and mashed potatoes.
3. This literal line: [He] watched me soak in his hotness. Soak in his hotness? Maybe I'm too old for this? I guess I just want something that feels a little less like reading from an angsty 14-year-old girl's perspective when I'm expecting a book supposedly about ASSASSINS.
4. In the middle of a fight:
Two gunshots whiffed past me. At the same time, the bullet tore through skin, muscle, and bone. As my body slammed into his, shattering glass crashed in my ears as pain wrenched through me. I flew out the window. I didn't know which one of us had been shot. Which one of you had been shot? HOW DO YOU NOT KNOW YOU'VE BEEN SHOT?! I mean...what would I know, I've never been shot? Buuut I'm pretty sure you would feel it?? -baffled- I get that when you're hyped up on adrenaline you probably wouldn't feel pain acutely but HOW would you not know you'd been shot?! Even if the pain doesn't register you'd still be able to feel it. Right? Am I crazy?! (If anyone reading this has ever actually been shot, I'd love some insight on this subject lol)
5. Some random dude messages Ava on her Tab (iPad thingy) and asks to meet her and SHE GOES TO MEET HIM? What the actual ever loving fuck? She didn't know a thing about him (seriously, not even his real name, because he told her to call him Sniper), had like two 15 minute electronical messages with him, and when she went to a club and got a mysterious note from him that said to meet him at the back door and "don't tell anyone," wandered off alone to meet him. But it's okay because he was hot. That's a great thing to teach teenage girls.
Anyway, you get the point. There were so many other irritating things in this book that I was rolling my eyes or cringing on almost every page. The prose was horribly sophomoric, even for a low end YA. This would have been too juvenile for me even when I was 17. Looks like this book has really high reviews so I must be the black sheep again...
chllybrd's review against another edition
4.0
I gave it 3.5
I didn't know if I would like ISAN going in, but by the end I wanted more.
It started out a bit slow, but I enjoyed ISAN. I felt myself caring for not only Ava—although she could be very naive at times—, but many of the supporting characters. Once things got going the story had a nice flow to it.
Hold onto your pants because there is a lot of action in ISAN and you never really know which characters to trust. It seems like a few characters have hidden agendas and I'm not quite sure if they are on the good or bad side of things yet. I look forward to finding out.
There is a bit of romance going on in ISAN, but I don't really have a lot to say about it yet. One thing that ISAN was missing was details about the world. The world building was minimal and I think some more detail would have pulled everything together.
I'm excited to read more of the ISAN series and will keep checking the authors website for news on when it will be coming out.
* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
I didn't know if I would like ISAN going in, but by the end I wanted more.
It started out a bit slow, but I enjoyed ISAN. I felt myself caring for not only Ava—although she could be very naive at times—, but many of the supporting characters. Once things got going the story had a nice flow to it.
Hold onto your pants because there is a lot of action in ISAN and you never really know which characters to trust. It seems like a few characters have hidden agendas and I'm not quite sure if they are on the good or bad side of things yet. I look forward to finding out.
There is a bit of romance going on in ISAN, but I don't really have a lot to say about it yet. One thing that ISAN was missing was details about the world. The world building was minimal and I think some more detail would have pulled everything together.
I'm excited to read more of the ISAN series and will keep checking the authors website for news on when it will be coming out.
* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
breerashel's review
4.0
*This ARC was provided by the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*
I thought that the premise was very interesting. I like the idea of an agency that trains assassins and also the concept of having them injected with a special serum that makes them far more effective than they would otherwise be. It reminded me of Captain America in that regard with the exception of the assassins having to be injected every time they have a mission.
I liked the main character. She wasn't naive by any means but is trying to survive is a world where she is essentially alone. When she is given a choice between remaining in juvenile detention or joining ISAN, she chooses ISAN which she feels is a no brainer. She comes to realize that all is not what it seems and that she may not last long there if her usefulness runs out. I enjoyed her tough take no prisoners attitude. She was pretty bada$$ and reminded me of a greener version of Nikita.
I thought that the storyline was well done and I look forward to reading the next installment to see what choices Ava will make while at ISAN. I'm hoping that the author will explain more about the world and Ava's past. I got the gist of why there was so much destruction and why food was harder to come by but I'm not sure that I understand the governing body of the world that Mary Ting created.
https://fictionedtodeath.blogspot.com/2018/05/isan-by-mary-ting.html
I thought that the premise was very interesting. I like the idea of an agency that trains assassins and also the concept of having them injected with a special serum that makes them far more effective than they would otherwise be. It reminded me of Captain America in that regard with the exception of the assassins having to be injected every time they have a mission.
I liked the main character. She wasn't naive by any means but is trying to survive is a world where she is essentially alone. When she is given a choice between remaining in juvenile detention or joining ISAN, she chooses ISAN which she feels is a no brainer. She comes to realize that all is not what it seems and that she may not last long there if her usefulness runs out. I enjoyed her tough take no prisoners attitude. She was pretty bada$$ and reminded me of a greener version of Nikita.
I thought that the storyline was well done and I look forward to reading the next installment to see what choices Ava will make while at ISAN. I'm hoping that the author will explain more about the world and Ava's past. I got the gist of why there was so much destruction and why food was harder to come by but I'm not sure that I understand the governing body of the world that Mary Ting created.
https://fictionedtodeath.blogspot.com/2018/05/isan-by-mary-ting.html
babblingchatterreads's review
5.0
It has been awhile since I read a sci-fi novel and it takes a really good writer to keep my attention to their story. Let me start of by saying that this read totally did not disappoint.
Wow! I was surprisingly blown away and overwhelmed by the story of ISAN. It felt like a mix of Divergent and Hunger Games put together with a story all its own that will have you thinking, guessing, and anticipating what will happen. This is not just another action filled with mind games rather one that will have you thinking, wondering, and itching for more.
One thing that can be challenging (well for me anyways) is picturing the setting, and the technical scenes (the martial arts, the unique scenery, etc.) going on through the storyline but this one was not an issue thanks to the details. Holy smokes it was like I can see it playing clearing in my mind like I am watching a movie.
Keep in mind that is a YA read so with that said you will get moments when the characters will make appearances and act their age especially being in a world where you are constantly being watched and controlled. Lacking the typical experiences as you grow in adulthood will show and makes this read one that will have you thinking from different perspectives from the characters.
This book will take you on an adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat. It had a little bit of everything and the feels are strong. After everything that has been revealed and gone so far we are left with a cliffy that has me all riled up and the need for more answers. I.NEED. BOOK.TWO. NOW! ;)
Wow! I was surprisingly blown away and overwhelmed by the story of ISAN. It felt like a mix of Divergent and Hunger Games put together with a story all its own that will have you thinking, guessing, and anticipating what will happen. This is not just another action filled with mind games rather one that will have you thinking, wondering, and itching for more.
One thing that can be challenging (well for me anyways) is picturing the setting, and the technical scenes (the martial arts, the unique scenery, etc.) going on through the storyline but this one was not an issue thanks to the details. Holy smokes it was like I can see it playing clearing in my mind like I am watching a movie.
Keep in mind that is a YA read so with that said you will get moments when the characters will make appearances and act their age especially being in a world where you are constantly being watched and controlled. Lacking the typical experiences as you grow in adulthood will show and makes this read one that will have you thinking from different perspectives from the characters.
This book will take you on an adventure that will have you on the edge of your seat. It had a little bit of everything and the feels are strong. After everything that has been revealed and gone so far we are left with a cliffy that has me all riled up and the need for more answers. I.NEED. BOOK.TWO. NOW! ;)
beckiebookworm1974's review against another edition
4.0
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️STARS.
ARC BOOK REVIEW
Release Date-1/5/18
ISAN (International Sensory Assassin Network) was a read I enjoyed very much.
I have been reading quite a few YA novels at the moment and this was one that intrigued me massively.
So this was my first book by this particular author and "ISAN" overall was a clean YA read.
The blurb initially piqued my attention in a good way and this was one I was really looking forward to getting stuck into.
so if I had to split this down into parts I would say the second half of this book is of a much faster pace than the first.
I would also have myself liked for the beginning of"ISAN" to be of a faster pace with maybe more in-depth world-building.
For me, this would have pushed this from a four-star up into a five.
But when this eventually did get going it was fast paced with plenty of action and definitely kept me on my toes throughout.
With a vast array of diverse individuals "ISAN" delivers on all fronts.
I am still finding my feet in regards to what is occurring and the hidden agendas buried within the narrative here, but I am also very much looking forward and ahead to where this may go in the future.
The possibilities are endless and I can't wait to see where they lead.
So all-though there is a romantic element here in "Isan" this very much takes a back seat in the overall storyline plot.
This has more of a post-apocalyptic dystopian vibe than a romantic one and the setting hooked me right from the beginning.
"ISAN" is told from Ava's POV I myself would have definitely preferred a more well-rounded perspective from multiple characters, but that's just me.
I Also should mention that this is also quite a lengthy read of at least five hours and it also ended on a giant cliffhanger.
I'm almost positive from this there is going to be a twist coming, there just has to be, It cant be left like that.
So I found this to be a great dystopian read that also had an extremely imaginative narrative.
It was a fabulous start to what I am sure will be a great new series.
Eagerly awaiting the next instalment now.
Thank You to the Author for providing me with an ARC of "ISAN - International Sensory Assassin Network " of which I have reviewed voluntary.
All opinions expressed are entirely my own.
Reviewed By Beckie Bookworm
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