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3.84 AVERAGE
3.84 AVERAGE
lighthearted
fast-paced
(A-) 90% | AGES 14+ | FIRST IMPRESSION REVIEW | As an American, can I just say how patriotic I felt every time someone said “I love you, America” or something like “I chose you, America” or “I’ll never stop fighting for you, America.” Like...yessir. I love my country. Okay, anyway, I just wanted to say that before I started the review.
First impression? A rogue, different-kind-of-sketchy spin off episode of The Bachelor. I mean, honestly. The only difference is, is that this was much more entertaining to watch. (No offense.) But there was more danger, more at stake, and therefore more excitement. Not just danger of the feelings, but actual physical danger. I know that makes me sound like a psychopath, but that’s what makes this book so interesting. It was the only thing holding me together... Though there wasn’t a ton of danger, not like how I make it sound, there was something different about our main “contestant.” She already had a boyfriend so to speak before this, and it held her back the whole competition. I found this really made it intense. I couldn’t possibly think she could fall for the prince when there was her boyfriend, but a lot of things happened in such a short book. I won’t say I’m on either side of her little love triangle, but I am on America’s side. (See that right there? Patriotic.) The author also found a way for this to show girl power even as they were trying to prove themselves to a man. She made America realize that she must not forget to be on her own side. And that she had nothing to prove to anyone but herself. And it wasn’t too much, you know? It wasn’t screaming “feminism, women power, yas!” It was so subtle that it was powerfully deadly. And I think that’s what I really liked about it. America was just a strong person.
So for characters?: Solid A.
Plot?: It didn’t end at all how I thought it would, mainly because I really didn’t know how it would end. Would she choose Maxon or Aspen? It’s too early to tell. Though I’m sure America and Maxon are endgame, but I’ve learned to appreciate Aspen and his commitment to everyone close to him. But then again, so does Maxon. As my first really YA romance novel, I was praying this wouldn’t be cheesy, and really, I was pleasantly surprised. Okay, maybe it was a little cheesy. But I still enjoyed it.
Overall: Overall? This was a short, easy-to-read book, and I think I’ll read the next to find out what happens. Do I recommend it? Sure. It was a nice break from my constant fantasy genre reading. In the end, I still have one lingering question until the next book.......*announcer voice* Who will Maxon give the rose to?
Signing off for now,
luna
First impression? A rogue, different-kind-of-sketchy spin off episode of The Bachelor. I mean, honestly. The only difference is, is that this was much more entertaining to watch. (No offense.) But there was more danger, more at stake, and therefore more excitement. Not just danger of the feelings, but actual physical danger. I know that makes me sound like a psychopath, but that’s what makes this book so interesting. It was the only thing holding me together... Though there wasn’t a ton of danger, not like how I make it sound, there was something different about our main “contestant.” She already had a boyfriend so to speak before this, and it held her back the whole competition. I found this really made it intense. I couldn’t possibly think she could fall for the prince when there was her boyfriend, but a lot of things happened in such a short book. I won’t say I’m on either side of her little love triangle, but I am on America’s side. (See that right there? Patriotic.) The author also found a way for this to show girl power even as they were trying to prove themselves to a man. She made America realize that she must not forget to be on her own side. And that she had nothing to prove to anyone but herself. And it wasn’t too much, you know? It wasn’t screaming “feminism, women power, yas!” It was so subtle that it was powerfully deadly. And I think that’s what I really liked about it. America was just a strong person.
So for characters?: Solid A.
Plot?: It didn’t end at all how I thought it would, mainly because I really didn’t know how it would end. Would she choose Maxon or Aspen? It’s too early to tell. Though I’m sure America and Maxon are endgame, but I’ve learned to appreciate Aspen and his commitment to everyone close to him. But then again, so does Maxon. As my first really YA romance novel, I was praying this wouldn’t be cheesy, and really, I was pleasantly surprised. Okay, maybe it was a little cheesy. But I still enjoyed it.
Overall: Overall? This was a short, easy-to-read book, and I think I’ll read the next to find out what happens. Do I recommend it? Sure. It was a nice break from my constant fantasy genre reading. In the end, I still have one lingering question until the next book.......*announcer voice* Who will Maxon give the rose to?
Signing off for now,
luna
8/5/2019: I just reread the book. America is terrible.
Este foi o primeiro livro que comprei na vida… e só agora o li
emotional
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I actually enjoyed this book more than I thought I would. It's a very quick read. most likely I'm going to read the rest of the selection series. Also I have to admit that Maxon is such a sweetheart.
this is my third time reading the selection and once again it has swept me up in its magical world !!!! this series is literally like a drug, it is so addictive and once you pick it up you won't be able to stop. i started this book 4 hours ago and have already finished it and am about to re-read the second book and i am just so incredibly happy and excited to get to experience this world once again <333
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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:
Complicated
fast-paced
review de la saga entera (los primeros 3 libros en realidad):
fueron altamente entretenidos y realmente me los devore. llenos de contenido para q no t aburras y ademas muy fast-paced todos. si bien tuvo sus momentos altos y sus bajos en gral los tres libros me gustaron y los recomiendo mayormente si estas en un bloqueo lector o queres una lectura ligera, divertida, facil d leer y personajes q t llegan al corazon. bien ahi
fueron altamente entretenidos y realmente me los devore. llenos de contenido para q no t aburras y ademas muy fast-paced todos. si bien tuvo sus momentos altos y sus bajos en gral los tres libros me gustaron y los recomiendo mayormente si estas en un bloqueo lector o queres una lectura ligera, divertida, facil d leer y personajes q t llegan al corazon. bien ahi