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languagedemon's review
Not in the mood - it’s probably good, but I’m not looking to this topic/style for the character exploration it seems heavy on
emmybe's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
benniebee's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
mischief_in_the_library's review
5.0
What a beautiful book. A realistic dystopia, a location I've never read about before (the Netherlands), and a diverse cast of characters who just happen to be autistic, trans, Jewish, bi-racial, Muslim, in a wheelchair - and just get on with their lives (well, get on with trying to save their lives). Could not recommend more.
girlglitch's review
4.0
On The Edge Of Gone is not your typical end-of-the-world YA. It's a surprisingly hopeful survival story and a touching exploration of community.
The narrator, Denise, is an autistic, mixed-race Dutch girl, and the story follows her as she comes to terms with the end of the world and tries to find her place in the new one. She's terrified of not being 'useful', but time and time again she proves herself to be far stronger than she gives herself credit for.
It's more of a character study than an action-packed adventure (although there are enough mysteries and heart-stopping moments to keep you hooked), but the whole diverse cast of characters are so wonderfully realised, it never feels lacking. Denise and her friends face some difficult questions of love and morality, and Duyvis isn't afraid to explore the fact that there are no easy answers.
On The Edge of Gone is a thoughtful and heart-stirring standalone YA which is well-worth a read.
The narrator, Denise, is an autistic, mixed-race Dutch girl, and the story follows her as she comes to terms with the end of the world and tries to find her place in the new one. She's terrified of not being 'useful', but time and time again she proves herself to be far stronger than she gives herself credit for.
It's more of a character study than an action-packed adventure (although there are enough mysteries and heart-stopping moments to keep you hooked), but the whole diverse cast of characters are so wonderfully realised, it never feels lacking. Denise and her friends face some difficult questions of love and morality, and Duyvis isn't afraid to explore the fact that there are no easy answers.
On The Edge of Gone is a thoughtful and heart-stirring standalone YA which is well-worth a read.
blkunicorn's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
nklosty's review
4.0
I like the different take in the dystopia adventure. The story hovers around being good as the characters struggle more with themselves than the disaster. 87
cactuspunk's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction and Drug abuse