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spatterson12's review
5.0
I read this book over a weekend just because I couldn’t stop. The book is told from two perspectives and is divided in half. It’s cool to read one perspective, flip over and read the other, watching how the world’s collide. At first I was disappointed at the end, only because I didn’t realize a sequel was coming out Fall 2017.
potatochipswhat's review
3.0
Underdeveloped characters, bland romances, horny teens and horny clones, repetitive, made the mistake of reading it Lyra first and then Gemma without alternating, it made gemmas story a bit boring.
Good premise, but difficult to understand at times and there was too much descriptive language, language techniques and abstract thinking and not enough plot and action to fulfill the sci fri genre it set out to be. Became wish washy and made the story rather slow
Good premise, but difficult to understand at times and there was too much descriptive language, language techniques and abstract thinking and not enough plot and action to fulfill the sci fri genre it set out to be. Became wish washy and made the story rather slow
katykelly's review
4.0
4.5 stars
Two stories in one, both complementing the other and tying one narrative together.
The first half of the book concentrates on Lyra, a replica, who knows she is not human, living in a research institute, treated as an object, a test subject (called '72' by all but herself). Her story of increasing awareness is quite nicely handled, and the morality of cloning/testing is a complicated and rather dark one.
The second half introduces a character that comes into Lyra's world near the end of her narrative - Gemma, a girl with heart problems, who has made her own discoveries - that her father is somehow connected with the research institute that has housed Lyra all of her life.
Just how are their worlds connected?
It's a great plot, with twists, deaths, mysteries, with connections between the two and some scenes viewed from both perspectives.
A very pertinent topic, and one that Young Adult readers will enjoy in this context. The two girls and their stories contain plenty to hold attention as well as contemplation.
I've enjoyed Oliver's books before, and this was no exception, the dual narrative worked very well indeed and though you might only read one story, you need to read both for the fuller picture (Lyra's first I would say).
This could make a great film, and would be great for KS3/4 book clubs in schools or libraries.
With thanks to Edelweiss for the advance copy, sent for review purposes.
Two stories in one, both complementing the other and tying one narrative together.
The first half of the book concentrates on Lyra, a replica, who knows she is not human, living in a research institute, treated as an object, a test subject (called '72' by all but herself). Her story of increasing awareness is quite nicely handled, and the morality of cloning/testing is a complicated and rather dark one.
The second half introduces a character that comes into Lyra's world near the end of her narrative - Gemma, a girl with heart problems, who has made her own discoveries - that her father is somehow connected with the research institute that has housed Lyra all of her life.
Just how are their worlds connected?
It's a great plot, with twists, deaths, mysteries, with connections between the two and some scenes viewed from both perspectives.
A very pertinent topic, and one that Young Adult readers will enjoy in this context. The two girls and their stories contain plenty to hold attention as well as contemplation.
I've enjoyed Oliver's books before, and this was no exception, the dual narrative worked very well indeed and though you might only read one story, you need to read both for the fuller picture (Lyra's first I would say).
This could make a great film, and would be great for KS3/4 book clubs in schools or libraries.
With thanks to Edelweiss for the advance copy, sent for review purposes.
ergoebel's review
5.0
THIS BOOK IS SO GOOD!!! I bought it just because of how pretty the cover is and I am SO GLAD I did because it is amazing!
sarahreadsbooks_'s review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.0
I did it. I FINALLY finished the book I’ve had for the longest time sitting on my shelf (since 2016). One of my goals for this year was to read this book, and I’m happy that I’ve completed this goal. As for the story itself, it was an interesting concept. I think the ending was rushed and definitely could have been fleshed out/explored more.
sdloomer's review
3.0
Full review to come.
I'm still reeling from Lyra's poignant story and Gemma's almost spy-esque narrative: everything fits together beautifully, and the way small details cleverly float between both stories are remarkably well connected.
Kudos to you, Ms. Oliver! You've made a "Replicant" of me: I'm now fervently hankering for the sequel--one in a sea of other avid readers!
I'm still reeling from Lyra's poignant story and Gemma's almost spy-esque narrative: everything fits together beautifully, and the way small details cleverly float between both stories are remarkably well connected.
Kudos to you, Ms. Oliver! You've made a "Replicant" of me: I'm now fervently hankering for the sequel--one in a sea of other avid readers!
alyssaindira's review
2.0
Hey guys, I finished Replica by Lauren Oliver, and I must say, I am disappointed. There was so much buzz about this book, and at first, when I began reading this novel, I had high hopes. I read Gemma's POV first, i felt like it was easy to sink into the story, easy to follow along, easy enough storyline to follow. Yeah, no. At first, I kinda liked the background details, but then they began to be annoying and dull and chaotic. It made me extremely confused about the entire ordeal happening in the book and did not provide a wink of clarity. Like, I got the gist of the plot, secret research facility makes human clones, and that's about it. So, when I started on Lira's POV, I had hoped it would fill in the gaps. Totally wrong. Her perspective was boring and bland. Not very interesting. I skimmed it. *sighs* I honestly think this book wasn't worth 20 bucks, I feel like I was mislead with all the great advertising. Plus, Oliver's other series, Delirium was okay, so I had hoped Replica would be too. Nope. Totally wrong. Wish I had never spent the precious eyesight on it.
leannaaker's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0