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mellhay's review against another edition
5.0
This book blew me away. For me, it was beyond better than the first book. Maybe I am more aware as to what to expect from Scott's writing coming into this book... But this book has hit way beyond my expectations with twists and turns, reveals, and unexpected events. I did listen to this as a podcast and each and every episode had my full attention. The suspense has gripped my attention in this book along with the action, unknown, and all that we learn here. My heart pounded for the kids I've grown close to. I fear for death and worse, the transfer of the adults to them.
****FULL REVIEW****
*I listened to the free podcast of the audio book.
Em and the birthday children are now on the planet, but can they survive? The food stores are not eatable and there are others here that are a threat to them. But the children also have their own divisions starting which is fueled by the learning of the symbols and what the grown-ups had planned. The grown-ups are also a worry for the kids too.
Yes this is the audio book I listened to but it was done in sections through podcast on Scott Sigler's site. Scott is kind enough to give us a recap of what came to pass in Alive and each previous episode of where we left off. This makes it easier to remember what was happening and how I felt at those events.
Emma returns to narrate the book, which I'm glad because the personality she portrayed for Em in the first book became Em for me. In other words, I've grown attached to her for the characters. Emma does a fabulous job of voicing the personality of all the characters, Em, Bishop's strength, Aramovski's smooth jabs at Em, and so much more for those we've grown close to. I love the emotions Emma brings to Em and all the characters she voices.
The beginning of the book gives us a great rundown of all the events Em has lived through and brings the fresh rush of fear and sorrow through living through it. I really liked this beginning. It's like Em is awakening for the first time again. The kids had to get into coffins in order to land. There is a gas that subdued them for the landing process, so in a way Em is waking again. And she feels all the fear she felt the first time blended with the fears she felt and faced in Alive. This fits so well.
We dive in with a new sight and new world. What Em and the birthday children find is nothing they ever imagined! The planet they were created to live on has been explored already. And it's ready for them. Where I thought Alive was a slower start, this book is the opposite. As they find things that are useful, they find something bad about it or countering it. The kids will all have to find a way to survive. And the comment of Brewer from Alive makes sense to Em now, 'hopefully you can break the mold...'
The first awakened kids are all scared, inside and out. The things they had to do to survive scars them inside and the battles they fought make them unique from those that created them.
I really like Em and how she leads. She knows if she can't face danger, how could she expect others to. Em is a wonderful leader. She's not the smartest in all areas, but she makes the gut decisions needed to keep everyone safe and to survive. That's what it takes in a world like this. She's a natural at this. She also knows when to delegate to those that have the knowledge in different areas.
Em stands for so much more to me than a character in a story. Her whole creation shows that people can be more than others think. You can do more with your own drive and will pushing you. Em has taken her self beyond what she was originally destined to be. Em grows in mental and emotional strength through this book. She does what needs to be done, but I worry about her when it's all said and done. The aftermath is going to break her inside, but sometimes that seems to be the sacrifice that great leaders have to make.
Em has a growing relationship with O'Malley and Bishop as these kids grow and experience feelings. But then there's Aramovsky. Grrr. He is such a thorn in Em's side! But he's so well written, tip of the hat to Scott for a job well done as I really do not like him. I dread each time he opens his mouth.
This is the second book of the trilogy, you will want to read the first book first. We get some answers to things we've been curious to. Yet a whole new struggle for the birthday kids starts. My heart goes out to Em...what she learns and how she tries so hard to do for all.
This book blew me away. For me, it was beyond better than the first book. Maybe I am more aware as to what to expect from Scott's writing coming into this book... But this book has hit way beyond my expectations with twists and turns, reveals, and unexpected events. I did listen to this as a podcast and each and every episode had my full attention. The suspense has gripped my attention in this book along with the action, unknown, and all that we learn here. My heart pounded for the kids I've grown close to. I fear for death and worse, the transfer of the adults to them.
The ending leaves us with finishing the battle to survive on the planet, but there is still worries and stresses. And new threats on the horizon.
****FULL REVIEW****
*I listened to the free podcast of the audio book.
Em and the birthday children are now on the planet, but can they survive? The food stores are not eatable and there are others here that are a threat to them. But the children also have their own divisions starting which is fueled by the learning of the symbols and what the grown-ups had planned. The grown-ups are also a worry for the kids too.
Yes this is the audio book I listened to but it was done in sections through podcast on Scott Sigler's site. Scott is kind enough to give us a recap of what came to pass in Alive and each previous episode of where we left off. This makes it easier to remember what was happening and how I felt at those events.
Emma returns to narrate the book, which I'm glad because the personality she portrayed for Em in the first book became Em for me. In other words, I've grown attached to her for the characters. Emma does a fabulous job of voicing the personality of all the characters, Em, Bishop's strength, Aramovski's smooth jabs at Em, and so much more for those we've grown close to. I love the emotions Emma brings to Em and all the characters she voices.
The beginning of the book gives us a great rundown of all the events Em has lived through and brings the fresh rush of fear and sorrow through living through it. I really liked this beginning. It's like Em is awakening for the first time again. The kids had to get into coffins in order to land. There is a gas that subdued them for the landing process, so in a way Em is waking again. And she feels all the fear she felt the first time blended with the fears she felt and faced in Alive. This fits so well.
We dive in with a new sight and new world. What Em and the birthday children find is nothing they ever imagined! The planet they were created to live on has been explored already. And it's ready for them. Where I thought Alive was a slower start, this book is the opposite. As they find things that are useful, they find something bad about it or countering it. The kids will all have to find a way to survive. And the comment of Brewer from Alive makes sense to Em now, 'hopefully you can break the mold...'
The first awakened kids are all scared, inside and out. The things they had to do to survive scars them inside and the battles they fought make them unique from those that created them.
I really like Em and how she leads. She knows if she can't face danger, how could she expect others to. Em is a wonderful leader. She's not the smartest in all areas, but she makes the gut decisions needed to keep everyone safe and to survive. That's what it takes in a world like this. She's a natural at this. She also knows when to delegate to those that have the knowledge in different areas.
Em stands for so much more to me than a character in a story. Her whole creation shows that people can be more than others think. You can do more with your own drive and will pushing you. Em has taken her self beyond what she was originally destined to be. Em grows in mental and emotional strength through this book. She does what needs to be done, but I worry about her when it's all said and done. The aftermath is going to break her inside, but sometimes that seems to be the sacrifice that great leaders have to make.
Em has a growing relationship with O'Malley and Bishop as these kids grow and experience feelings. But then there's Aramovsky. Grrr. He is such a thorn in Em's side! But he's so well written, tip of the hat to Scott for a job well done as I really do not like him. I dread each time he opens his mouth.
This is the second book of the trilogy, you will want to read the first book first. We get some answers to things we've been curious to. Yet a whole new struggle for the birthday kids starts. My heart goes out to Em...what she learns and how she tries so hard to do for all.
This book blew me away. For me, it was beyond better than the first book. Maybe I am more aware as to what to expect from Scott's writing coming into this book... But this book has hit way beyond my expectations with twists and turns, reveals, and unexpected events. I did listen to this as a podcast and each and every episode had my full attention. The suspense has gripped my attention in this book along with the action, unknown, and all that we learn here. My heart pounded for the kids I've grown close to. I fear for death and worse, the transfer of the adults to them.
The ending leaves us with finishing the battle to survive on the planet, but there is still worries and stresses. And new threats on the horizon.
amybraunauthor's review against another edition
5.0
WOW. I almost don't know where to start with this one since I don't want to give anything away. First of all, the story was incredible. It picks up right where ALIVE left off, putting our heroes against new elements and obstacles. Sigler continues to build a vivid world with strong characters in dire situations, adding shocks that you literally will not see coming. Em continues to grow as a powerful heroine in an impossible situation which forces her to act, and suffer the consequences of those actions. Also, fair warning, be ready for Sigler to break your heart. I didn't expect the ending at all, and if that doesn't prove that no one is safe, nothing will. Sigler is a master author– able to use one single sentence to crush my poor fangirl heart. ALIGHT is an fantastic book, and while I'm nervous about the body count the series is racking up, I can't wait for the conclusion.
beastreader's review against another edition
4.0
I instantly could not get enough of the first book in this trilogy, Alive. Right after I finished the book I could not wait to read the next book in this trilogy, Alight. If you have not read the first book then you need to read it as this book is not meant to be read as a stand alone novel. Plus, you will appreciate it more if you read the first book. It was great to visit with everyone again and get a new scenery with a new planet and dangers. Not that I did not like the last place as the maze was intriguing. This trilogy does have a feel of The Maze Runner, Hunger Games, and Divergent series but in Mr. Sigler's style. Which I am a fan of. I have probably said it once before and will say it again, these books need to be produced into a movie series. My only downfall I had with this book is that while it is a very quick read, I found the intensity in the first half lacking with no kill or be killed mentality. Yet I can't wait to read the third book and see how the war wages on.
twonubsanafork's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- 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
Not quite as good as the first, but I’m definitely interested in book 3
erinld2005's review against another edition
4.0
http://angelerin.blogspot.com/2016/03/alight-generations-trilogy-2-by-scott.html
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ebook copy of Alight By: Scott Sigler in exchange for an honest review.
Alight started right off where Alive left off and it was so easy to get back into the story. I loved that there was so much ACTION in this one and the ending has made me desperate for the third book to be out already!
Em and the group are now on Omeyocan and of course things are not going smoothly. They have to find food, fight for leadership, and deal with new creatures. There is so much that happened in this one, but I can't say much more. Alight, just like Alive, is so much better the less you know going in. So let me just sum up by saying that Alight has:
Excellent world building
Non-stop action
Characters that you care about
A plot that will keep you guessing
BOOM! What else do you need for a great book? Personally I enjoyed Alive a little bit more than Alight, but this one was still a fantastic read.
Overall I am so happy that I got a chance to read Alight, especially pre-publication because this is
one that you HAVE to read before the plot gets spoiled. I can't wait to get my hands on the third book and see how everything turns out for Em and the group!
I recommend Alight to anyone who has read and liked Alive and for fans of Lord of the Flies and The Maze Runner series.
Expected Publication Date: April 5, 2016
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an ebook copy of Alight By: Scott Sigler in exchange for an honest review.
Alight started right off where Alive left off and it was so easy to get back into the story. I loved that there was so much ACTION in this one and the ending has made me desperate for the third book to be out already!
Em and the group are now on Omeyocan and of course things are not going smoothly. They have to find food, fight for leadership, and deal with new creatures. There is so much that happened in this one, but I can't say much more. Alight, just like Alive, is so much better the less you know going in. So let me just sum up by saying that Alight has:
Excellent world building
Non-stop action
Characters that you care about
A plot that will keep you guessing
BOOM! What else do you need for a great book? Personally I enjoyed Alive a little bit more than Alight, but this one was still a fantastic read.
Overall I am so happy that I got a chance to read Alight, especially pre-publication because this is
one that you HAVE to read before the plot gets spoiled. I can't wait to get my hands on the third book and see how everything turns out for Em and the group!
I recommend Alight to anyone who has read and liked Alive and for fans of Lord of the Flies and The Maze Runner series.
Expected Publication Date: April 5, 2016
misterjay's review against another edition
4.0
Alight, the second book of the Generations trilogy, picks up moments after Alive ended with Em and the other Birthday Children having landed on their new homeworld. And, like Alive, the action is tense, exciting, and relentless in all the best ways.
Sigler has done a fantastic job in giving life to Em, a 12-year-old girl in an 18-year-old body, in a fight for her life against her progenitor. She is strong, vibrant, recognizes her own faults and strengths and works to correct the former and use the latter. Em is, in short, a character I want to introduce young readers (of all genders) to as a counter-point to the standard princess who needs rescuing so prevalent in other stories.
Book 3, Alone, should be just as exciting as these first two volumes. This is a great series for junior high school-aged readers; due to some violent scenes and the occasional reference to romance, I'd call this a soft PG-13.
Sigler has done a fantastic job in giving life to Em, a 12-year-old girl in an 18-year-old body, in a fight for her life against her progenitor. She is strong, vibrant, recognizes her own faults and strengths and works to correct the former and use the latter. Em is, in short, a character I want to introduce young readers (of all genders) to as a counter-point to the standard princess who needs rescuing so prevalent in other stories.
Book 3, Alone, should be just as exciting as these first two volumes. This is a great series for junior high school-aged readers; due to some violent scenes and the occasional reference to romance, I'd call this a soft PG-13.
perilous1's review against another edition
3.0
Originally reviewed for YA Books Central: http://www.yabookscentral.com/yafiction/19723-alight
3.5 Stars
A fast-paced, volatile follow-up to Alive.
"Our creators designed our bodies. Our faces are theirs--these scars are the only things we can truly call our own."
In the first book the so-called “Birthday Children” awoke—twelve-year-old minds in the bodies of 18 to 20-year-olds—unsure of who they were, what they were, or where they were. Much of that book was a Lord Of The Flies-styled journey of world-building discovery and sci-fi survival. In Alight, readers remain in the first-person present-tense perspective of M. Savage—contested-yet-fierce leader of the Birthday Children—as they land on the planet Omeyocan and start yet another race for their continued existence. Each of them begins regaining memories from their progenitors, which proves both an advantage and a looming hazard. It also repeatedly begs the question of just how different the cloned landing party can actually be from the ones who created them as “empty” vessels. In a matter of a few days, the group faces food shortages, biological toxins, the threat of the orbiting vessel they fled, mysterious creatures within the city and the possibility of intelligent and/or angry natives in the jungles beyond. As if things couldn’t get any worse… thanks to a religious fanatic in their ranks, Em may soon have a coup on her hands.
What I Liked:
Sigler does a surprisingly good job of recapping the events of Alive upfront—without falling into the trap of info-dumping. I still wouldn’t recommend starting with this book if you haven’t read the first in the series, but if for some reason you do, you’ll get the gist of what’s going on pretty quickly. It’s been nearly a year since this reviewer read the first book, and I had no trouble recalling where we’d left off. It was also a bit of a mercy that the minds of the central characters matured so rapidly, taking out most of the Middle Grade feel. The prose was notably less choppy than book 1 as a result.
Much more so than in the first book, Alight provides a subtle-yet-poignant analysis of concepts like identity, empathy, individuality, misjudgment, sentient (human?) rights, the value of the next generation/unborn life, and leadership accountability. The “sins of the father” is also a running theme that successfully provokes thought. The added element of an alien species proved both intriguing and ethically stimulating.
Characterization remains a high point. Em continues to be a strong character—almost to the point of masculine. She is flawed enough that readers will likely waffle between rooting for her to remain in-charge, and questioning her judgment. Her determination to not repeat the mistakes of her genetic code source is by far her most admirable trait—and perhaps will provide some opportunity for meaningful reader introspection.
What Didn’t Work For Me:
Unfortunately, the patience this reader had for the first book did not extend as well into this, the second book. The reveals were slow in coming up until right at the halfway point, and 200 pages is a long wait. (In this reader’s opinion, a lot changed for the better at the halfway mark—which I can’t really go into without dropping spoilers.) Up until the second half, it was difficult to sympathize with most of the kid/clones—as they continuously made poor decisions and regularly drove the question of whether or not they might be just as horrible as their creators. This reader spent a little too much time wondering if it wouldn’t be better for this tiny attempted colony to –not- survive.
The general feel of the book remains more on the fantasy end of light sci-fi fantasy, as there is little or no attempt to explain how or why any of the abundant technology works. What kind of power source is running most of this tech? (Guesstimated answer: Space magic!) There also remains a huge slew of historic background questions. Why all the Aztec architecture and imagery? What happened to Earth? Why the seemingly arbitrary caste system? What’s with the ritualistic murder obsession?
Unfortunately, the romance arcs often felt like needless over-complication that should have been put completely on hold—given the logical mindset of the MC and the constant crash of crisis situations. There was an allusion to scientific tinkering and raging hormones, and fortunately the rapid mental maturation made a degree of sense. But that didn’t quite justify all the rushed and rabbit-trailing talk of “love” among youth who’ve only had a week or two to form attachments. Due largely to the extremely crunched timeline, this reader simply couldn’t buy Em’s love-triangle or feel invested in her ultimate choice.
Content Note: The cussing is turned up significantly compared to the first book, and it’s indicated there was off-screen sexual relations (between two of the characters who may or may not have at the time presented as 12-year-olds on a mental level. The confusion there may either bother or placate certain readers and/or concerned parents. I won’t presume to guess which.)
As advertised, this series is likely to sit well with fans of Maze Runner. High adventure, strung along on mystery and copious amounts of withheld information.
3.5 Stars
A fast-paced, volatile follow-up to Alive.
"Our creators designed our bodies. Our faces are theirs--these scars are the only things we can truly call our own."
In the first book the so-called “Birthday Children” awoke—twelve-year-old minds in the bodies of 18 to 20-year-olds—unsure of who they were, what they were, or where they were. Much of that book was a Lord Of The Flies-styled journey of world-building discovery and sci-fi survival. In Alight, readers remain in the first-person present-tense perspective of M. Savage—contested-yet-fierce leader of the Birthday Children—as they land on the planet Omeyocan and start yet another race for their continued existence. Each of them begins regaining memories from their progenitors, which proves both an advantage and a looming hazard. It also repeatedly begs the question of just how different the cloned landing party can actually be from the ones who created them as “empty” vessels. In a matter of a few days, the group faces food shortages, biological toxins, the threat of the orbiting vessel they fled, mysterious creatures within the city and the possibility of intelligent and/or angry natives in the jungles beyond. As if things couldn’t get any worse… thanks to a religious fanatic in their ranks, Em may soon have a coup on her hands.
What I Liked:
Sigler does a surprisingly good job of recapping the events of Alive upfront—without falling into the trap of info-dumping. I still wouldn’t recommend starting with this book if you haven’t read the first in the series, but if for some reason you do, you’ll get the gist of what’s going on pretty quickly. It’s been nearly a year since this reviewer read the first book, and I had no trouble recalling where we’d left off. It was also a bit of a mercy that the minds of the central characters matured so rapidly, taking out most of the Middle Grade feel. The prose was notably less choppy than book 1 as a result.
Much more so than in the first book, Alight provides a subtle-yet-poignant analysis of concepts like identity, empathy, individuality, misjudgment, sentient (human?) rights, the value of the next generation/unborn life, and leadership accountability. The “sins of the father” is also a running theme that successfully provokes thought. The added element of an alien species proved both intriguing and ethically stimulating.
Characterization remains a high point. Em continues to be a strong character—almost to the point of masculine. She is flawed enough that readers will likely waffle between rooting for her to remain in-charge, and questioning her judgment. Her determination to not repeat the mistakes of her genetic code source is by far her most admirable trait—and perhaps will provide some opportunity for meaningful reader introspection.
What Didn’t Work For Me:
Unfortunately, the patience this reader had for the first book did not extend as well into this, the second book. The reveals were slow in coming up until right at the halfway point, and 200 pages is a long wait. (In this reader’s opinion, a lot changed for the better at the halfway mark—which I can’t really go into without dropping spoilers.) Up until the second half, it was difficult to sympathize with most of the kid/clones—as they continuously made poor decisions and regularly drove the question of whether or not they might be just as horrible as their creators. This reader spent a little too much time wondering if it wouldn’t be better for this tiny attempted colony to –not- survive.
The general feel of the book remains more on the fantasy end of light sci-fi fantasy, as there is little or no attempt to explain how or why any of the abundant technology works. What kind of power source is running most of this tech? (Guesstimated answer: Space magic!) There also remains a huge slew of historic background questions. Why all the Aztec architecture and imagery? What happened to Earth? Why the seemingly arbitrary caste system? What’s with the ritualistic murder obsession?
Unfortunately, the romance arcs often felt like needless over-complication that should have been put completely on hold—given the logical mindset of the MC and the constant crash of crisis situations. There was an allusion to scientific tinkering and raging hormones, and fortunately the rapid mental maturation made a degree of sense. But that didn’t quite justify all the rushed and rabbit-trailing talk of “love” among youth who’ve only had a week or two to form attachments. Due largely to the extremely crunched timeline, this reader simply couldn’t buy Em’s love-triangle or feel invested in her ultimate choice.
Content Note: The cussing is turned up significantly compared to the first book, and it’s indicated there was off-screen sexual relations (between two of the characters who may or may not have at the time presented as 12-year-olds on a mental level. The confusion there may either bother or placate certain readers and/or concerned parents. I won’t presume to guess which.)
As advertised, this series is likely to sit well with fans of Maze Runner. High adventure, strung along on mystery and copious amounts of withheld information.
scallywag's review against another edition
3.0
This series explores some interesting ideas, but is plagued by too many very graphic descriptions of violence.
whipsnake's review against another edition
5.0
This took me a long time to listen trough.
Not because I didn't love it, because I did, but because I'm a scairdy-cat.
Something about not knowing stuff, and discovering it together with the main character was really freaking me out. But when faced with a long bus ride I decided to suck it up. I'm a grown woman, I can listen to a scary book!
Book two is very different than book one, as the setting is completely different. The things that scared me in this book was also totally different stuff than in the last book.
And now I see how difficult it is to write a review of a book that almost can't be talked about without spoilers. So I'm just gonna say, I loved it and you should read it.
Not because I didn't love it, because I did, but because I'm a scairdy-cat.
Something about not knowing stuff, and discovering it together with the main character was really freaking me out. But when faced with a long bus ride I decided to suck it up. I'm a grown woman, I can listen to a scary book!
Book two is very different than book one, as the setting is completely different. The things that scared me in this book was also totally different stuff than in the last book.
And now I see how difficult it is to write a review of a book that almost can't be talked about without spoilers. So I'm just gonna say, I loved it and you should read it.
wyrmdog's review
4.0
Scott Sigler is an astute observer of human behavior and motivation. Whereas most YA books seem content to wallow in self-indulgent idiocy and angst in the name of character development and motivation for the plot, Sigler instead shows us the complexity of not just the main character and her stunning maturity (far moreso than many adults I personally know), but he also shows us that his supporting characters are sophisticated constructs, not just pulp and ink props.
Speaking of the main character, Em is one of the most refreshingly self-aware protagonists I've read in a long time. She does not always make the right decision and sometimes she is disappointingly atavistic...but that's how a protagonist should be. What matters is that she is not so self-absorbed that she cannot understand why others are doing what they do. As noted, sometimes she's wrong, but she keeps trying to understand. That element shows a sophistication of effort I cannot help but love. In showing us how Em looks at the world, we can see how we should all look at the world. I don't mean that we should all attack, attack, always attack...but the value of understanding others, not just your allies but also your enemies, is laid bare. We are not as far apart as we often tell ourselves we are.
In the end Em shows once again why we should root for her despite her failings.
The stories are, in many ways, predictable, but I would posit that they are so in all the best ways. The motivations of the characters can be understood and the events of the plot unfold in ways that are both satisfying and sensible. The unpredicted reveals add to the plot and never feel tacked on just to shock and surprise the reader. There are believable moments of cruelty, brutality, revelation, wonder, and even compassion throughout.
Character deaths are handled well and even when shocking or surprising, do not feel gratuitous. And when major characters die, you can often sit there reading going, are they going to get out of this? Sometimes they don't. Again, it does not feel gratuitous, it feels like it all makes sense and gives the series a heady set of stakes.
I look forward to seeing how Em deals with the trio of neon warning signs I noticed (and no, I don't mean the trio she was alerted to at the very end).
Speaking of the main character, Em is one of the most refreshingly self-aware protagonists I've read in a long time. She does not always make the right decision and sometimes she is disappointingly atavistic...but that's how a protagonist should be. What matters is that she is not so self-absorbed that she cannot understand why others are doing what they do. As noted, sometimes she's wrong, but she keeps trying to understand. That element shows a sophistication of effort I cannot help but love. In showing us how Em looks at the world, we can see how we should all look at the world. I don't mean that we should all attack, attack, always attack...but the value of understanding others, not just your allies but also your enemies, is laid bare. We are not as far apart as we often tell ourselves we are.
In the end Em shows once again why we should root for her despite her failings.
The stories are, in many ways, predictable, but I would posit that they are so in all the best ways. The motivations of the characters can be understood and the events of the plot unfold in ways that are both satisfying and sensible. The unpredicted reveals add to the plot and never feel tacked on just to shock and surprise the reader. There are believable moments of cruelty, brutality, revelation, wonder, and even compassion throughout.
Character deaths are handled well and even when shocking or surprising, do not feel gratuitous. And when major characters die, you can often sit there reading going, are they going to get out of this? Sometimes they don't. Again, it does not feel gratuitous, it feels like it all makes sense and gives the series a heady set of stakes.
I look forward to seeing how Em deals with the trio of neon warning signs I noticed (and no, I don't mean the trio she was alerted to at the very end).