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teach_reads's review against another edition
3.0
This was a fun and "popcorn" like read for me. I enjoyed it as a part of the series, but I am not happy with the cliffhanger ending. It doesn't just leave you wondering, it just cuts off in the middle of the action. I guess that is one way to get people to read the next book.
sophie_t's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
lauriehnatiuk's review against another edition
5.0
In the second of the Overthrow series, Hatch (released September 15), readers get taken on a roller coaster ride as the rain that has fallen is actually filled with seeds and eggs that are developing into new and terrifying morphed creatures. Now we see Mr. Oppel’s twisted, hair-raising plan, in Bloom, there was the beginning of the creation of an entirely new ecosystem with the plants or vegetation. Now we are seeing the evolution with the introduction of the different species that will live in this ecosystem including Petra, Anaya and Seth.
In the first portion of the book, we learn that these three are not alone in the changes to their physical appearances and Colonel Pearson whisks the three hybrids, (now known as flyers, swimmers and runners) off to a secret location where other hybrids have been sent. We get to know other hybrids and the changes that everyone is undergoing. We realize the doctor collecting and studying the teen hybrids actually has become quite sinister. Dr. Ritter has become fixated on stopping the alien invasion by experimenting and using the hybrids as guinea pigs to find out all they can, even if it means the loss of their lives.
Dr. Ritter becomes the catalyst that vaults us into the next fast-paced section as the hybrids plan an escape from the facility. Despite all wanting to escape, there is dissension within the hybrid groups, so now there are more conflicts not to mention the hatching of the new creatures. It is non-stop action from here on in. Will the hybrids be caught or will they all come together? Will the escape affect the alien's invasion plan? Will humans survive and if so how? What will happen to all the hybrids and especially Anaya, Petra and Seth? And all the time as you are reading, you are acutely aware that you are running out of pages for a tight ending. So yes, one finishes reading with a doozy of a cliffhanger, providing us plenty of time to use our own imaginations to attempt and discuss what will happen in Thrive.
Yep, this is a series that middle-grade and young-adult readers are going to thoroughly enjoy and will be one that spreads through word of mouth – the best kind of endorsement. The sad news is – it’s going to be a long winter to wait until MAY to read the conclusion. Well played Mr. Oppel… well played.
In the first portion of the book, we learn that these three are not alone in the changes to their physical appearances and Colonel Pearson whisks the three hybrids, (now known as flyers, swimmers and runners) off to a secret location where other hybrids have been sent. We get to know other hybrids and the changes that everyone is undergoing. We realize the doctor collecting and studying the teen hybrids actually has become quite sinister. Dr. Ritter has become fixated on stopping the alien invasion by experimenting and using the hybrids as guinea pigs to find out all they can, even if it means the loss of their lives.
Dr. Ritter becomes the catalyst that vaults us into the next fast-paced section as the hybrids plan an escape from the facility. Despite all wanting to escape, there is dissension within the hybrid groups, so now there are more conflicts not to mention the hatching of the new creatures. It is non-stop action from here on in. Will the hybrids be caught or will they all come together? Will the escape affect the alien's invasion plan? Will humans survive and if so how? What will happen to all the hybrids and especially Anaya, Petra and Seth? And all the time as you are reading, you are acutely aware that you are running out of pages for a tight ending. So yes, one finishes reading with a doozy of a cliffhanger, providing us plenty of time to use our own imaginations to attempt and discuss what will happen in Thrive.
Yep, this is a series that middle-grade and young-adult readers are going to thoroughly enjoy and will be one that spreads through word of mouth – the best kind of endorsement. The sad news is – it’s going to be a long winter to wait until MAY to read the conclusion. Well played Mr. Oppel… well played.
kbfrantom's review against another edition
3.0
A continuation of the first book and kept me interested enough to read the last book. Seth, Anaya, and Petra are now imprisoned with others like themselves and are subjected to tests. Strange and dangerous creatures start to appear on Earth. Who can Seth, Anaya and Pertra trust and will they be able to escape the bunker they're trapped in?
literarystrawberry's review against another edition
4.0
Actual rating: 3.5. Fun, really fast-paced, but for whatever reason didn't capture me /quite/ as much as the first one. I'm still definitely going to read the last book, though. Oppel does a great job of raising the stakes so much that you think "Okay, but /actually/ how is this even going to be resolved??"
fbone's review against another edition
2.0
This started very slow. Very. Most of the book were the kids in government detention being studied while much more exciting things happen outside. I had to chuckle on how fast scientific discoveries were made. The ending was better ... some excitement at least. The teens still whiney. Writing still solid.
jenniefallis's review against another edition
3.0
Slow to start. Again I was disappointed with the gender stereotyping in this second book of the trilogy. The girls cared about looks, boys had muscles, the damsel in distress motif came into play multiple times. Seth is liked by multiple girls (eye roll).
There is a sexual harassment scene in the bunker with Darren and Petra which is really uncomfortable. I think this part could have been better. Sexual harassment is a very serious topic and it seemed to be pushed easily under the rug. I think a discussion with this book is important for kids to understand this issue.
The action started picking up 50 pages from the end which was entertaining. Earned the book the third star.
There is a sexual harassment scene in the bunker with Darren and Petra which is really uncomfortable. I think this part could have been better. Sexual harassment is a very serious topic and it seemed to be pushed easily under the rug. I think a discussion with this book is important for kids to understand this issue.
The action started picking up 50 pages from the end which was entertaining. Earned the book the third star.
melsiss14's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
jakehanson21's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0