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3.56 AVERAGE
3.56 AVERAGE
At The Centre a handful of invited students can learn a new language in 10 days, just by listening to the language being spoken. In fact, they can not only learn, but become completely fluent.
Interesting premise, but this book suffered from what I consider to be a pretty significant mis-blurb. It was described as a dark and humorous work of speculative fiction. I did not find it humorous. I did not find it thrilling. I found it slow and indeed dark, veering into horror territory. Unfortunately this is the type of book I do not enjoy, and found the “twist” disturbing. I think the book would benefit from a more accurate description that would convey what to expect.
2 stars from me, although I’m sure there are Sci Fi horror readers out there who will embrace it.
Interesting premise, but this book suffered from what I consider to be a pretty significant mis-blurb. It was described as a dark and humorous work of speculative fiction. I did not find it humorous. I did not find it thrilling. I found it slow and indeed dark, veering into horror territory. Unfortunately this is the type of book I do not enjoy, and found the “twist” disturbing. I think the book would benefit from a more accurate description that would convey what to expect.
2 stars from me, although I’m sure there are Sci Fi horror readers out there who will embrace it.
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Suspenseful. Great, modern, female narratives. Interesting ideas.
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I can’t get over how great this audiobook was! I felt immersed in the story almost immediately and was very invested. And a debut! I was impressed. Loved what it had to say about language, which are valuable, which are worthy, and what these things say about humanity. But I wanted more in The Centre setting, I wanted more about the character’s translation career, and in general, I wanted this to go DARKER. The “twist” is seen from a country mile off and is rather tame, despite some other reviews I’ve read. But I suppose this book was never meant to be a flat out thriller. The good outweighed the “bad” for me and I’d happily recommend this one.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
fast-paced
This book had me hooked. When I thought I knew what was happening the author took it another direction. Really interesting read. Want to re read.