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andreatypesbraille's review
2.0
2.5 stars for me.
This moved really slow. There was a great deal of buildup, but over halfway through and we’re just beginning to understand what is happening. It’s taken me over 2 months to get this far and I’m left feeling unsatisfied.
I skipped ahead to the end and saw more of the same, and it ends feeling like the end of a chapter, not a book. This will be part of a series, so I’m sure that is a lot of the reason behind the ending. Not for me. Great descriptions throughout. Quite atmospheric. However I think this was having a tough time deciding if it wanted to be middle grade, YA, or something more.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
This moved really slow. There was a great deal of buildup, but over halfway through and we’re just beginning to understand what is happening. It’s taken me over 2 months to get this far and I’m left feeling unsatisfied.
I skipped ahead to the end and saw more of the same, and it ends feeling like the end of a chapter, not a book. This will be part of a series, so I’m sure that is a lot of the reason behind the ending. Not for me. Great descriptions throughout. Quite atmospheric. However I think this was having a tough time deciding if it wanted to be middle grade, YA, or something more.
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
carina528's review
4.0
I am providing my honest opinion of this book in exchange for receiving a copy from NetGallery and the author/publisher.
This book addresses some pretty heavy topics under the YA genre, and I’m here for it! It follows several teens as they discover their unique abilities and connection to each other. They face climate changes, family dynamics, gang involvement, class, discrimination, and race issues as they attempt to survive in New York in 2098 after fleeing from their homeland after a storm. The pacing of the book was inconsistent for me…sometimes it flowed better than at other times, but it was engaging and addressed difficult topics well. I look forward to continuing the saga in book two.
This book addresses some pretty heavy topics under the YA genre, and I’m here for it! It follows several teens as they discover their unique abilities and connection to each other. They face climate changes, family dynamics, gang involvement, class, discrimination, and race issues as they attempt to survive in New York in 2098 after fleeing from their homeland after a storm. The pacing of the book was inconsistent for me…sometimes it flowed better than at other times, but it was engaging and addressed difficult topics well. I look forward to continuing the saga in book two.
anisaisap's review
4.0
I really put off reading this book, but was pleasantly surprised so it gets an extra star!
Pretty sure it will be a movie one day/teen series a la Hunger Games and that’ll be better than the book. The book wasn’t as descriptive as I usually like so film can definitely fill in a lot of visual blanks.
Pretty sure it will be a movie one day/teen series a la Hunger Games and that’ll be better than the book. The book wasn’t as descriptive as I usually like so film can definitely fill in a lot of visual blanks.
zbrarian's review
4.0
Taking place in a futuristic New York City, this is a fast paced fantasy. Not necessarily my cup of tea, but it was good. Three teens, each with their own special gift, one that is manifesting, and they don’t understand how to use it. Elders who have their own agenda, seeking ascension through the awakening. Sometimes I felt the story skipped around and I got a little bit lost, but in the end it turns out it’s all about who has the most power.
lulureads365's review
3.0
The pacing of this one threw me off. It started off super slow and then took off like a rocket, but never really landed. This is a series, so hopefully we’ll get a deeper look at the teens and their super powers in the next book.
z_brarian's review
4.0
Taking place in a futuristic New York City, this is a fast paced fantasy. Not necessarily my cup of tea, but it was good. Three teens, each with their own special gift, one that is manifesting, and they don’t understand how to use it. Elders who have their own agenda, seeking ascension through the awakening. Sometimes I felt the story skipped around and I got a little bit lost, but in the end it turns out it’s all about who has the most power.
nchaidez's review
4.0
This series (it will definitely have a sequel or more) reminded me very much of the Children of Blood and Bone series I read. Nubian refugees living in future New York discover powers awaken in their youth. Up until this moment, the Nubians were seen as the lowest class with consistent harassment from the upper class and non-Nubians.
afro8921's review
4.0
I really enjoyed Omar Epps first book. The world building is stellar and the critique of social status structures are evident. I really love the deep dive into Nubian culture.
donnakay's review
4.0
From early confusion to a great young adult coming of age adventure! At first, I wasn't sure what to make of this book, and was resigned to chalk this up to just being a pretty cover. Thankfully, I decided to stick with it because around the 40 ish % point, things really started coming together and making sense for me. We were introduced to a lot of characters early on, but they are all interconnected and played a notable role in the unfolding story. I loved the magical aspect of this society and appreciated the relatable family dynamics that the characters experience.
The end had me like "noooooooo".
All I'll say is I hope that heifer and her manipulative father get their just due for all their atrocious actions.
Looking forward to book 2, and I'm super happy about the twists and bumps the hero and anti-hero are dealing with on their journey. Can't wait to see what choices will be made.
The end had me like "noooooooo".
All I'll say is I hope that heifer and her manipulative father get their just due for all their atrocious actions.
Looking forward to book 2, and I'm super happy about the twists and bumps the hero and anti-hero are dealing with on their journey. Can't wait to see what choices will be made.