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jenn_the_unicorn's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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
2.75
day_fisher's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
The saga continues and I continue to be here for the vibes. I wondered how the virals would get into another treasure hunt in book 3, but they seemed to have stumbled into another adventure full of teen emotions and death defying scenarios.
holly_keimig's review against another edition
4.0
50 Book Reading Challenge 2015: A book set in high school
This is probably the only book set in high school that I want to read at the moment. This was another action packed Virals novel. It was a bit creepy and if you hate clowns, do not read it. That said, can't wait for the next one! :)
This is probably the only book set in high school that I want to read at the moment. This was another action packed Virals novel. It was a bit creepy and if you hate clowns, do not read it. That said, can't wait for the next one! :)
fosterx's review against another edition
1.0
I found this book a great disappointment. Funny how it actually caused me to feel betrayed by an author I had previously admired. Given the poor research and inaccuracies in this book, starting in the first chapter, I now find myself wondering if there have been similar wrongs in her other books that I just didn't recognize due to my lack of familiarity with the subject matter.
When I saw they were looking for a buried geocache I thought I must be misreading it but I wasn't. The blatant geocaching errors made me flip to see the publication date. Perhaps, I thought, it was written in the early 2000s when geocaching was new, but no, it wasn't.
First geocaching error.....geocaches are NEVER to be buried. That fact, among other problems, would have meant the geocache in the book would never have been published on the geocaching site referenced in the book because it would never have made it past the local reviewer (yes, contrary to what the book says, caches are reviewed before they can go live).
Why did I keep reading? I kept asking myself and, other than the fact I really, really hate not finishing a book, I'm not sure. Perhaps I thought it might somehow redeem itself. lol Instead I just saw more errors (geocaching and non-geocaching) and found myself wondering more and more about the accuracy of other books by Kathy Reichs.
When I saw they were looking for a buried geocache I thought I must be misreading it but I wasn't. The blatant geocaching errors made me flip to see the publication date. Perhaps, I thought, it was written in the early 2000s when geocaching was new, but no, it wasn't.
First geocaching error.....geocaches are NEVER to be buried. That fact, among other problems, would have meant the geocache in the book would never have been published on the geocaching site referenced in the book because it would never have made it past the local reviewer (yes, contrary to what the book says, caches are reviewed before they can go live).
Why did I keep reading? I kept asking myself and, other than the fact I really, really hate not finishing a book, I'm not sure. Perhaps I thought it might somehow redeem itself. lol Instead I just saw more errors (geocaching and non-geocaching) and found myself wondering more and more about the accuracy of other books by Kathy Reichs.
michalice's review against another edition
5.0
I am so excited to be joining the Virals, Tory, Hi, Ben, Shelton and Coop, on another adventure. Code has been one of the books I have been eagerly awaiting its release and I was super excited to receive a copy for review.
Geocaching is the new hobby for Hi. What started out initially as a hobby, soon turns out to be a deadly game of hide and seek, with lives at stake. The Virals must find and solve all the clues before time runs out, and someone dies. To add to the chaos, Tory also has to deal with her débutante ball.
I loved this series from the moment I first read it, and I found it easy to fall back into the world Kathy has created and join the Virals once again. This pack, which is what they are in Coop's eyes, certainly know how to find trouble, or trouble has a way of finding them, either way it makes for a great read that has you engrossed. The dynamic relationship between this group of friends is even stronger than before, and the 'pack' ties and their special abilities only enable them to become closer. While at times they don't necessarily want to be as close as they become at some times on the book, when the need strikes their unique skills only helps them at whatever clue they are solving. However I think that the Virals act before they think in most cases, but they do what they think is right, whether their methods are legal or not and I admire them for their tenacity.
Throughout this series I have witnessed each character come into their own, and I thought I knew them inside out, but there are shocks in store within the pages of Code, and I did not see either of them. One of them I had no idea about, and I like how it was as much of a surprise to me, as it was for another character. Another one was something I couldn't believe had happened, how than they do this and still feel like it was OK. Code brings back our favourite characters, and we get to see even more of Whitney, much to Tory's displeasure, and while Whitney is a lot to handle for just one person alone, I do respect her for how she acted after an altercation with Troy, and I respect her for dealing with it like an adult, and not as a 'friend' or as a stand in Mother for Tory.
Anyone who has read the previous book for this series, has to read Code, and while the ending wasn't what I wanted, it also leaves it open for another book, which I am really really hoping will happen. Kathy has once again done an amazing job of making scientific, geeky stuff very interesting, and I still need to pick up her other books.
Geocaching is the new hobby for Hi. What started out initially as a hobby, soon turns out to be a deadly game of hide and seek, with lives at stake. The Virals must find and solve all the clues before time runs out, and someone dies. To add to the chaos, Tory also has to deal with her débutante ball.
I loved this series from the moment I first read it, and I found it easy to fall back into the world Kathy has created and join the Virals once again. This pack, which is what they are in Coop's eyes, certainly know how to find trouble, or trouble has a way of finding them, either way it makes for a great read that has you engrossed. The dynamic relationship between this group of friends is even stronger than before, and the 'pack' ties and their special abilities only enable them to become closer. While at times they don't necessarily want to be as close as they become at some times on the book, when the need strikes their unique skills only helps them at whatever clue they are solving. However I think that the Virals act before they think in most cases, but they do what they think is right, whether their methods are legal or not and I admire them for their tenacity.
Throughout this series I have witnessed each character come into their own, and I thought I knew them inside out, but there are shocks in store within the pages of Code, and I did not see either of them. One of them I had no idea about, and I like how it was as much of a surprise to me, as it was for another character. Another one was something I couldn't believe had happened, how than they do this and still feel like it was OK. Code brings back our favourite characters, and we get to see even more of Whitney, much to Tory's displeasure, and while Whitney is a lot to handle for just one person alone, I do respect her for how she acted after an altercation with Troy, and I respect her for dealing with it like an adult, and not as a 'friend' or as a stand in Mother for Tory.
Anyone who has read the previous book for this series, has to read Code, and while the ending wasn't what I wanted, it also leaves it open for another book, which I am really really hoping will happen. Kathy has once again done an amazing job of making scientific, geeky stuff very interesting, and I still need to pick up her other books.
sg1987's review against another edition
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? No
3.75
sailorkchick's review against another edition
4.0
An excellent addition to the Tory Brennan story. Tory is a wonderful character to follow since she stands apart from most 14 year old girls in her cleverness and spunk. This novel moved well and kept me flipping pages, eager to reach the end and find out who the GameMaster was. I recommend for both YA and adult readers.
lazwright's review against another edition
2.0
While I like the concept and the author's storytelling ability, I'm disheartened by the use of "softl swears throughout this young adult novel. "FML," "effed up," and "a@@h*le" aren't appropriate for preteens. In addition, some characters refer to their parents as stupid-I think that is not a good reflection of the values I would want to see in a hero/heroine.
talulah2001's review against another edition
5.0
loved it it was amazing! the ending was a little sad though