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3.68 AVERAGE
3.68 AVERAGE
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book was really slow and the inner monologues actually just made it worse. The romance also felt too insta-lovey for my personal liking considering all the events happen over the course of a few days.
Filled with heart-pounding action & adventure and two engaging characters, Unearthed felt like a wonderful sci-fi version of a mash-up of Lara Croft’s Tomb Raider and Drake’s Uncharted video games in written form. If you’re not a gamer and don’t understand the reference, think of a race to save humanity paired with extraterrestrial landscape that is covered with deadly puzzles to solve and an entire cast of shifty characters. And what I adored most was that slow-to-build connection and attraction that was mired with secrets, distrust, and personal agendas between Jules and Amelia as they embarked on this adventure together.
With two main characters after entirely different objectives but pushed into working together due to outside circumstances, their dynamic fueled the pace of the story; their trajectories, so dissimilar but mockingly on the same path, led to a lovely push-pull between them that not only amplified their attraction and differing paths, but also the obstacles affecting their journey. They were each humanly-flawed people, but likable from the instant they came onto the page; both unlikely characters to get along–let alone race together across a strange planet fighting the planet itself and other scavengers–the fun was in watching them battle that growing tension. Amelia’s hardened personality blossomed as the journey grew on, and complemented the naivete of bookish Jules so well. With everything pushing them together and then instantly pulling them apart along with the ever-expanding mystery of the planet and its secrets, it became an un-put-down-able story very quickly. Amie and Meagan found a brilliant way to weave romance in a complex tale, keeping the relationship’s path just as tumultuous as the answer to the final puzzle.
Yet it wasn’t just a story about Amelia and Jules’ wants and needs nor that of the other scavvers, but rather the subtly and carefully placed reference to the real-life issue of our footprint on Earth and the consequences of misuse–a thought-provoking and clever plot point for a story. The writing was seamless, the story full of surprises, and I am left with a bevy of unanswered questions and guesses for the direction of the story that I am absolutely excited to have answered with the second, and final, installment of the series. Boldly inspiring and wonderfully plotted, Unearthed was a crazy thrill ride from start to finish.
**Received an early copy from the Publisher; this had no bearing on my opinions**
With two main characters after entirely different objectives but pushed into working together due to outside circumstances, their dynamic fueled the pace of the story; their trajectories, so dissimilar but mockingly on the same path, led to a lovely push-pull between them that not only amplified their attraction and differing paths, but also the obstacles affecting their journey. They were each humanly-flawed people, but likable from the instant they came onto the page; both unlikely characters to get along–let alone race together across a strange planet fighting the planet itself and other scavengers–the fun was in watching them battle that growing tension. Amelia’s hardened personality blossomed as the journey grew on, and complemented the naivete of bookish Jules so well. With everything pushing them together and then instantly pulling them apart along with the ever-expanding mystery of the planet and its secrets, it became an un-put-down-able story very quickly. Amie and Meagan found a brilliant way to weave romance in a complex tale, keeping the relationship’s path just as tumultuous as the answer to the final puzzle.
Yet it wasn’t just a story about Amelia and Jules’ wants and needs nor that of the other scavvers, but rather the subtly and carefully placed reference to the real-life issue of our footprint on Earth and the consequences of misuse–a thought-provoking and clever plot point for a story. The writing was seamless, the story full of surprises, and I am left with a bevy of unanswered questions and guesses for the direction of the story that I am absolutely excited to have answered with the second, and final, installment of the series. Boldly inspiring and wonderfully plotted, Unearthed was a crazy thrill ride from start to finish.
**Received an early copy from the Publisher; this had no bearing on my opinions**
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
tense
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:
Complicated
Earth's natural resources are running out already creating harmful divisions between the wealthy and the destitute. A coded message from a long-extinct alien race seems to promise help. The Undying promise advanced technology and riches waiting to be found on their home planet Gaia--things that could help reverse Earth's environmental damage and change lives. That is if anyone can get through the cunning and dangerous traps left behind by the Undying.
Jules Addison is a scholar and a linguist. He grew up watching his father decode the first message of the Undying and he has watched his father deal with the consequences of speaking out against the governments plan to explore Gaia heedless of the risks and hazards of venturing forward too quickly. Mia Radcliffe is a scavenger. Smuggled onto Gaia by mercenaries, Mia hopes to loot enough Undying tech to be able to buy her sister's freedom. And her own way back to Earth.
Jules and Mia are on opposite sides in the exploration of Gaia. With limited resources and time running out to get back to Earth they will have to forge an uneasy alliance to solve Gaia's riddles if they hope to survive. Onward if you dare in Unearthed (2017) by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner.
Unearthed is the thriller start to Kaufman and Spooner's new duology. The novel is alternates chapters between Mia and Jules' first person narration.
This book has been marketed as Lara Croft and Indiana Jones in space which is completely accurate. Unearthed is filled with nail-biting cliffhangers and shocking twists and Jules and Mia struggle to work together and survive the many obstacles they face on Gaia.
Despite the high stakes and the action, the pace often drags as Jules and Mia privately stew over their growing attraction and the (often fraught) aspects of their alliance. Repetitive traps and chase scenes further slow down what should be a breakneck story.
Unearthed is perfect for readers looking for solid science fiction and fans of adventure stories. A must read for fans of the authors' Starcrossed trilogy.
Possible Pairings: The Last Girl on Earth by Alexandra Blogier, Defy the Stars by Claudia Gray, Warcross by Marie Lu, Rebel Seoul by Axie Oh, Partials by Dan Wells, The Fifth Wave by Rick Yancey
*An advance copy of this title was provided by the publisher for review consideration at BookExpo 2017*
Jules Addison is a scholar and a linguist. He grew up watching his father decode the first message of the Undying and he has watched his father deal with the consequences of speaking out against the governments plan to explore Gaia heedless of the risks and hazards of venturing forward too quickly. Mia Radcliffe is a scavenger. Smuggled onto Gaia by mercenaries, Mia hopes to loot enough Undying tech to be able to buy her sister's freedom. And her own way back to Earth.
Jules and Mia are on opposite sides in the exploration of Gaia. With limited resources and time running out to get back to Earth they will have to forge an uneasy alliance to solve Gaia's riddles if they hope to survive. Onward if you dare in Unearthed (2017) by Amie Kaufman and Meagan Spooner.
Unearthed is the thriller start to Kaufman and Spooner's new duology. The novel is alternates chapters between Mia and Jules' first person narration.
This book has been marketed as Lara Croft and Indiana Jones in space which is completely accurate. Unearthed is filled with nail-biting cliffhangers and shocking twists and Jules and Mia struggle to work together and survive the many obstacles they face on Gaia.
Despite the high stakes and the action, the pace often drags as Jules and Mia privately stew over their growing attraction and the (often fraught) aspects of their alliance. Repetitive traps and chase scenes further slow down what should be a breakneck story.
Unearthed is perfect for readers looking for solid science fiction and fans of adventure stories. A must read for fans of the authors' Starcrossed trilogy.
Possible Pairings: The Last Girl on Earth by Alexandra Blogier, Defy the Stars by Claudia Gray, Warcross by Marie Lu, Rebel Seoul by Axie Oh, Partials by Dan Wells, The Fifth Wave by Rick Yancey
*An advance copy of this title was provided by the publisher for review consideration at BookExpo 2017*
It was good, but space just isn't my jam, I don't think.
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-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
4.5 Stars
I will read anything Amie Kaufman writes. She’s easily one of my favorite authors and her books are always a great blend of science-fiction, action, and romance, with a stellar cast. In Unearthed, Kaufman and Spooner create the perfect balance of humor and suspense.
After a broadcast from an alien race is intercepted, many on Earth will do anything to get to their planet, Gaia, to see what technology and treasure it holds. Mia and Jules are on Gaia for different reasons, but circumstances make them come together in order to survive and have a chance at accomplishing their goals, especially when they are not the only humans on Gaia vying for what's there.
I love how she (and her co-authors) pair unlikely duos together (Tarver and Lilac, Hanna and Nic). It creates some great dialogue and situations. Amelia and Jules are no different. Mia has street smarts while Jules is book smart. Together, their intelligence combines to help them through some tricky traps and puzzles set up by the Undying. I liked seeing the girl be the one who knew how to survive in dire times and the boy be the one with smooth hands and a previous luxury lifestyle.
And that ending! I did not see that coming! I can’t believe I have to wait until 2019 to find out what happens next.
I will read anything Amie Kaufman writes. She’s easily one of my favorite authors and her books are always a great blend of science-fiction, action, and romance, with a stellar cast. In Unearthed, Kaufman and Spooner create the perfect balance of humor and suspense.
After a broadcast from an alien race is intercepted, many on Earth will do anything to get to their planet, Gaia, to see what technology and treasure it holds. Mia and Jules are on Gaia for different reasons, but circumstances make them come together in order to survive and have a chance at accomplishing their goals, especially when they are not the only humans on Gaia vying for what's there.
I love how she (and her co-authors) pair unlikely duos together (Tarver and Lilac, Hanna and Nic). It creates some great dialogue and situations. Amelia and Jules are no different. Mia has street smarts while Jules is book smart. Together, their intelligence combines to help them through some tricky traps and puzzles set up by the Undying. I liked seeing the girl be the one who knew how to survive in dire times and the boy be the one with smooth hands and a previous luxury lifestyle.
And that ending! I did not see that coming! I can’t believe I have to wait until 2019 to find out what happens next.
I was super excited going into this book. The premise is really cool. But unfortunately it felt very slow. The concept was still cool and the world was interesting it just took SO LONG to get there. You switch back and forth between the characters and I sort of didn't care for either enough that I almost DNF'd but wanted to know how it ended too bad.
adventurous
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes