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4.02 AVERAGE
4.02 AVERAGE
Never have I seen comparison titles listed for a book so accurately. A blend of “This Savage Song and Dexter” is the perfect description for this book. Not Even Bones has it all: blood, action, a dystopian world, fantasy elements and great characters!
This is not a book for the squeamish. If you’re not a fan of brutal descriptions then I suggest you skip this one, however if you’re a bit twisted like I am you’re going to love Not Even Bones! From the very first page I was hooked. I would definitely put this one under dystopian with fantasy elements rather than put it under the fantasy genre. Since it is under fantasy I’d go one step further and put it down as urban fantasy. Regardless of where this book is shelved it’s SO GOOD. The characters were well flushed and I loved how they are both shades of grey, no black and white in this book.
If you want something different, something visceral, and something gripping you need to read this book! 5 freaking stars!
**Thank you HMHTeen for sending me an advance copy of Not Even Bones for review, it was awesome!**
This is not a book for the squeamish. If you’re not a fan of brutal descriptions then I suggest you skip this one, however if you’re a bit twisted like I am you’re going to love Not Even Bones! From the very first page I was hooked. I would definitely put this one under dystopian with fantasy elements rather than put it under the fantasy genre. Since it is under fantasy I’d go one step further and put it down as urban fantasy. Regardless of where this book is shelved it’s SO GOOD. The characters were well flushed and I loved how they are both shades of grey, no black and white in this book.
If you want something different, something visceral, and something gripping you need to read this book! 5 freaking stars!
**Thank you HMHTeen for sending me an advance copy of Not Even Bones for review, it was awesome!**
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So. I was keeping this for Halloween time and it had such great potential.
I think the main issue I had was that I really struggled to feel connected to Nita and overall to all the characters.
Nita is the protagonist, she is not a squeaky clean wholesome main character who pukes rainbows, of course. She dissects supernatural beings for a living, helping her mother selling their parts in the black market.
But the thing is. It doesn't matter if the character is evil or good. I still should feel something towards them. Even rage or disgust or I don't know, but something.
Which was clearly missing in this book.
Not even when Nita is betrayed and sold into the black market and she is tortured and goes through hell I feel anything for her. Just indifference.
I'm not sure if this was because of the writing, because of the blurred lines between good and evil (which I'm assuming was done on purpose), but something was definitely not there.
I was more interested in Kovit, his actions and his story, more than Nita.
3 stars because I can't give 2.5.
I know there is a sequel and I might read it anyway to see where the story is going.
I think the main issue I had was that I really struggled to feel connected to Nita and overall to all the characters.
Nita is the protagonist, she is not a squeaky clean wholesome main character who pukes rainbows, of course. She dissects supernatural beings for a living, helping her mother selling their parts in the black market.
But the thing is. It doesn't matter if the character is evil or good. I still should feel something towards them. Even rage or disgust or I don't know, but something.
Which was clearly missing in this book.
Not even when Nita is betrayed and sold into the black market and she is tortured and goes through hell I feel anything for her. Just indifference.
I'm not sure if this was because of the writing, because of the blurred lines between good and evil (which I'm assuming was done on purpose), but something was definitely not there.
I was more interested in Kovit, his actions and his story, more than Nita.
3 stars because I can't give 2.5.
I know there is a sequel and I might read it anyway to see where the story is going.
giving this a 3.5 stars but might change to a 4
i’m actually pleasantly surprised by this book. i had never heard anyone talk about it and have no clue how i stumbled across it. it felt very y/a but with a bit extra because of the amounts of gore so that definitely made it a more fun read.
i think one of my favourite aspects of the books is that both the main character are actually ‘morally grey’. not like skirting around the edges morally grey like they are actually both bad people but with a splash of empathy.
will i pick up the sequel???? yeah why not
i’m actually pleasantly surprised by this book. i had never heard anyone talk about it and have no clue how i stumbled across it. it felt very y/a but with a bit extra because of the amounts of gore so that definitely made it a more fun read.
i think one of my favourite aspects of the books is that both the main character are actually ‘morally grey’. not like skirting around the edges morally grey like they are actually both bad people but with a splash of empathy.
will i pick up the sequel???? yeah why not
I loved it!! I was uncomfortable yet completely and thoroughly engaged.
I really enjoyed this novel with its clever commentary on morality and government institutions as well as the dark anti-hero characters. No one here is stark lily in a sea of black, but is instead another layer of grey in a landscape of ambiguity.
The plot and cast of characters is vastly different from what I have come to expect from the Young Adult genre, and it is refreshing. While the Nita and Kovit are not the most approachable of characters, they are nonetheless strong, collected, admirable and, at times, sympathetic.
Rebecca Schaeffer's writing is immersive. She had me feeling anxiety, horror, suspense, and relief as Nita struggled to survive. She also left me reeling in shock by the novel's end, leaving me hungering for the next installment of this series.
For all of its complexity and captivating power, readers who are squeamish should be warned that violence and gore are vividly described. If violence and gore are not dissuading factors for you, then pick up this book for a gory October read.
The plot and cast of characters is vastly different from what I have come to expect from the Young Adult genre, and it is refreshing. While the Nita and Kovit are not the most approachable of characters, they are nonetheless strong, collected, admirable and, at times, sympathetic.
Rebecca Schaeffer's writing is immersive. She had me feeling anxiety, horror, suspense, and relief as Nita struggled to survive. She also left me reeling in shock by the novel's end, leaving me hungering for the next installment of this series.
For all of its complexity and captivating power, readers who are squeamish should be warned that violence and gore are vividly described. If violence and gore are not dissuading factors for you, then pick up this book for a gory October read.
I really enjoyed this novel with its clever commentary on morality and government institutions as well as the dark anti-hero characters. No one here is stark lily in a sea of black, but is instead another layer of grey in a landscape of ambiguity.
The plot and cast of characters is vastly different from what I have come to expect from the Young Adult genre, and it is refreshing. While the Nita and Kovit are not the most approachable of characters, they are nonetheless strong, collected, admirable and, at times, sympathetic.
Rebecca Schaeffer's writing is immersive. She had me feeling anxiety, horror, suspense, and relief as Nita struggled to survive. She also left me reeling in shock by the novel's end, leaving me hungering for the next installment of this series.
For all of its complexity and captivating power, readers who are squeamish should be warned that violence and gore are vividly described.
Note: A longer and more in-depth review will appear on my blog on Saturday, August 25th.
The plot and cast of characters is vastly different from what I have come to expect from the Young Adult genre, and it is refreshing. While the Nita and Kovit are not the most approachable of characters, they are nonetheless strong, collected, admirable and, at times, sympathetic.
Rebecca Schaeffer's writing is immersive. She had me feeling anxiety, horror, suspense, and relief as Nita struggled to survive. She also left me reeling in shock by the novel's end, leaving me hungering for the next installment of this series.
For all of its complexity and captivating power, readers who are squeamish should be warned that violence and gore are vividly described.
Note: A longer and more in-depth review will appear on my blog on Saturday, August 25th.
I started to read this book because I read the (ongoing) webtoon version, and appreciated the diverse cast of characters and atypical story premise. I've been increasingly interested in visual storytelling formats, and wanted to compare the webtoon to the novel.
I did not anticipate being unable to put the book down! As far as YA goes, I think this book was engaging. I'm not super hip on what's trending in YA these days, so I'm not sure if the diversity in this book was as novel as it felt to me. But I liked it. The plot wasn't super tight, and I questioned the motivations of some characters, so I can't say it was particularly great. That being said, I'm excited to re-visit this and compare the evolution of the webtoon to the structure of the novel.
(SPOILER BELOW)
I'll confess, I found Kovit's character engaging because he seems to be the heart of the story. I'm a big sucker for redemption-ish arcs.
I did not anticipate being unable to put the book down! As far as YA goes, I think this book was engaging. I'm not super hip on what's trending in YA these days, so I'm not sure if the diversity in this book was as novel as it felt to me. But I liked it. The plot wasn't super tight, and I questioned the motivations of some characters, so I can't say it was particularly great. That being said, I'm excited to re-visit this and compare the evolution of the webtoon to the structure of the novel.
(SPOILER BELOW)
I'll confess, I found Kovit's character engaging because he seems to be the heart of the story. I'm a big sucker for redemption-ish arcs.