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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
i rolled my eyes so many times while reading this y’all don’t even know
and i didn’t like avery. at all. every single time she did anything throughout this book, the only thing i could think was ”this chick is fucking stupid!!”
for example, two random guys she doesn’t know show up out of the blue and tell her that her dad's alive and they'll take her to see him and she's just like "okay!!! hehe :D"
and i'm sat over here like "honey no"
but one thing that i did like about this book was the idea of it. a society of rich, bitchy people that think they can do just about anything they want, and littleClary Fray new girl appears and oh god, it's the end of the world.
i'm also a bit out of it right now seeing as i only got an hour of sleep and i'm running on pure caffeine right now. so yeah.
and i didn’t like avery. at all. every single time she did anything throughout this book, the only thing i could think was ”this chick is fucking stupid!!”
for example, two random guys she doesn’t know show up out of the blue and tell her that her dad's alive and they'll take her to see him and she's just like "okay!!! hehe :D"
and i'm sat over here like "honey no"
but one thing that i did like about this book was the idea of it. a society of rich, bitchy people that think they can do just about anything they want, and little
i'm also a bit out of it right now seeing as i only got an hour of sleep and i'm running on pure caffeine right now. so yeah.
Yes, there are plot holes. Yes, is impossible to take Avery seriously (she's 103 lbs and 16, which causes pain to my mid-30s soul), but this is my third reread of this series in the past 10 years since the books came out and I will always and forever give these books five stars.
Filled with Action and intrigue
Anyone interested in conspiracy and world power will instantly fall in love with this story! The mystery hooks you right from the start. What a phenomenal treasure! Totally a one click! Please let book two be out already!!!
Anyone interested in conspiracy and world power will instantly fall in love with this story! The mystery hooks you right from the start. What a phenomenal treasure! Totally a one click! Please let book two be out already!!!
DNF. This book is advertised as a young adult Da Vinci Code. I say even if you are a young adult do yourself a favor and just read The Da Vinci Code. The main character in this book is an idiot even if she is only 16 nearly 17. She needs hit over the head with some sense. I got 50% thru this book and could go no further. I could go on and on but it is just ludicrous.
Diverse cast of characters:
No
was it good? i don’t know. did it itch a very specific itch in my brain? yes
do i yearn for the extreme mess that a stellan/jack situationship would add to this? OF COURSE
do i yearn for the extreme mess that a stellan/jack situationship would add to this? OF COURSE
The first thing that comes to mind when I think about reviewing this book is this: Don't trust the first forty pages. They are awful, but they do not reflect how awesome this book after the awkward and nonsensical way the main character is introduced to a world she never knew about.
The Conspiracy of Us follows Avery West, a girl who constantly moves around for her mom's work and so she doesn't have much of a social life. She's used to it, though. That is, until the new guy at school sets his eyes on her and she starts to want a more permanent home.
Doesn't sound too original, right?
I had high hopes for this book, since people describe it as Gossip Girl meets National Treasure. Gossip Girl was my favorite show back in the day, and I remember National Treasure as being really fun to watch, so I expected this book to blow me away.
And for exactly forty pages, if I'm not mistaken, it was so horrible I wanted to put the book down and never pick it up again. I'm glad I didn't do that, though.
Early on, Avery learns her father belongs to a group called The Circle of Twelve. These people are among the most famous people in the world, and definitely among the richest and most influential. That is where the Gossip Girl aspect comes in. They are in search of a treasure dated back to Alexander the Great's days, which is supposed to make them even more powerful.
I won't say much else because at this point I don't remember what is a spoiler and what isn't. There is a love triangle, and the world isn't the most complex you could encounter, but the entertainment factor makes up for a lot of the flaws this book has (but not all of them).
If you're looking for a quick and enjoyable read, you should consider picking up this book.
The Conspiracy of Us follows Avery West, a girl who constantly moves around for her mom's work and so she doesn't have much of a social life. She's used to it, though. That is, until the new guy at school sets his eyes on her and she starts to want a more permanent home.
Doesn't sound too original, right?
I had high hopes for this book, since people describe it as Gossip Girl meets National Treasure. Gossip Girl was my favorite show back in the day, and I remember National Treasure as being really fun to watch, so I expected this book to blow me away.
And for exactly forty pages, if I'm not mistaken, it was so horrible I wanted to put the book down and never pick it up again. I'm glad I didn't do that, though.
Early on, Avery learns her father belongs to a group called The Circle of Twelve. These people are among the most famous people in the world, and definitely among the richest and most influential. That is where the Gossip Girl aspect comes in. They are in search of a treasure dated back to Alexander the Great's days, which is supposed to make them even more powerful.
I won't say much else because at this point I don't remember what is a spoiler and what isn't. There is a love triangle, and the world isn't the most complex you could encounter, but the entertainment factor makes up for a lot of the flaws this book has (but not all of them).
If you're looking for a quick and enjoyable read, you should consider picking up this book.
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Review also posted at Young Adult Hollywood.
ACTUAL RATING: 4.5 Stars
Ancient puzzle? Traveling across Europe, code-breaking, masked balls and Prada.
I knew I would consume this book even before I got the chance to read it. I am drawn to books, television show or any fiction that exude lavish and sophistication. I am cheap like that and The Conspiracy of Us is anything, but delightful and posh. What a perfect way to ruin me.
I am always on a quest for elegantly crafted stories and upon opening The Conspiracy of Us I was quickly swept off my feet. There is something enchanting and otherworldly about Maggie Hall’s writing. It is simply beautiful, that I found myself bookmarking every passage.
I love a good prose, even more so, if it’s done well.
Maggie Hall introduces new history to YA. I have not seen any books in this genre that is meshed with Alexander the Great and Diadochi. It is refreshing. The author creatively weaves the plot with numerous untold facts and added realism into it.
I usually shy away to stories that do not have a vast timeline because of the reason that I tend not to like them that much, but this book came into my life and proved all of my reservation wrong.
“Toshka.” He leaned forward, too. “It’s a Russian word, it has no translation into any other language, but the closest I’ve heard is the ache. A longing. The sense that something is missing, and even if you’re not sure what it is, you ache for it. Down to your bones.”
I have a kink for Latin and Russian text and passage, that’s all you need to know.
I absolutely love the main characters.
Do I need I to say more?
It’s a three-way romance.
I know most readers terribly hate love triangles, and I often find myself at the middle, partial to everything. I am that kind of person who basically ship everyone. It’s not a love triangle yet, or probably never, but it’s brewing in the air.
This book is kinda hot, and cute. It would make you blush and there would be guys and ships that will make you feel things.
There’s a popular saying that if you wear good shoes, they’ll take you to wonderful places. I believe beautiful books could also offer you the same experience. The Conspiracy of Us is a wanderlust piece. It made me feel like I was flying and out exploring the world. You need to read this. It would certainly appeal to every YA reader out there, looking for a fast paced read.