Scan barcode
bookdragon22's review against another edition
4.0
I read this novella within a day and found myself coming back to it in my head whenever I had to put it down. The concept is intriguing and explores the notion of conflict, or contrast in a way, between nature and the development of technology. It delves into the ideas of adaptations to new technologies, and the corruption involved with obtaining that extent of power.
I found myself immediately empathetic towards, and almost protective of the main character Macie. She was such a strong character and the development of her relationship with Aaron was brilliantly written, as well as the almost human emotions and inner conflict portrayed within Aaron.
I kept coming back to the quote, “embrace the uncertainty of the wild rather than the certain bleak entombment of machines” as it so easily displays the contrast between nature and technology, and the distinctions of the two.
This book showed the strength behind individual differences, embracing them and using them to their advantage, despite any discrimination or prejudice put in their way.
I found myself immediately empathetic towards, and almost protective of the main character Macie. She was such a strong character and the development of her relationship with Aaron was brilliantly written, as well as the almost human emotions and inner conflict portrayed within Aaron.
I kept coming back to the quote, “embrace the uncertainty of the wild rather than the certain bleak entombment of machines” as it so easily displays the contrast between nature and technology, and the distinctions of the two.
This book showed the strength behind individual differences, embracing them and using them to their advantage, despite any discrimination or prejudice put in their way.
arrakistowesteros's review against another edition
4.0
This novella is the seventh in a collection of post-apocalyptic tales by a variety of Australian authors. In all cases, the apocalypse in question is the rise of sea level, causing a "Drowned Earth." If Shel Calopa's contribution is an example of the rest of the collection, I will have to add the whole thing to my digital TBR pile!
Before I dove in, I kept reading reviews that mentioned Calopa's wonderful prose. They were not wrong! Her lyrical descriptions were expressive but down to earth, and I was quickly swept away in the environment. Reminiscent of Madeleine L'Engle, I was instantly surrounded by vivid scenery that brilliantly carried that "too-good-to-be-true" dystopian feel.
While some plot points failed to suspend disbelief (I tend more toward hard science fiction), the premise was intriguing enough to flow quite well. The title is a nod toward a topic I had never even heard of before, and while I don't completely buy in to the topic, I have added even more books to my TBR so I can continue learning. It's not every day that a single novella has that sort of impact. If you're curious enough, I encourage you to give "Emoto's Promise" a read. I hope the author continues to rise!
(Okay, I thought I could get more water puns in. Somebody help me out here, I'm drowning!)
Before I dove in, I kept reading reviews that mentioned Calopa's wonderful prose. They were not wrong! Her lyrical descriptions were expressive but down to earth, and I was quickly swept away in the environment. Reminiscent of Madeleine L'Engle, I was instantly surrounded by vivid scenery that brilliantly carried that "too-good-to-be-true" dystopian feel.
While some plot points failed to suspend disbelief (I tend more toward hard science fiction), the premise was intriguing enough to flow quite well. The title is a nod toward a topic I had never even heard of before, and while I don't completely buy in to the topic, I have added even more books to my TBR so I can continue learning. It's not every day that a single novella has that sort of impact. If you're curious enough, I encourage you to give "Emoto's Promise" a read. I hope the author continues to rise!
(Okay, I thought I could get more water puns in. Somebody help me out here, I'm drowning!)
_moonchild's review against another edition
4.0
My only problem with this book was that there wasn’t more of it. There were so many things I wanted to explore deeper but I will just make them up in my mind. Very creative and the pacing was so fast but it didn’t feel rushed. Made for a very quick and pleasant read.
Also for my Voracious Readers fam— no you don’t need to read every other book in this series to understand exactly what’s happening.
Also for my Voracious Readers fam— no you don’t need to read every other book in this series to understand exactly what’s happening.
More...