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libraryjewels's review against another edition
4.0
I was thrilled to get this through the Goodreads first reads giveaway. The Escape Artist is fast paced with an easy flow making it a magically pleasant, yet intriguing read. While I found the man hiding behind the scenes predictable, I was not disappointed with how the story pans out; nor was I was disappointed in the ending. Definitely worth picking up.
kstumpf's review against another edition
4.0
Great new series from an author I enjoy. This world have been a five star review if not for his use of a certain word repeatedly. The word has weight, meaning, and importance, but I felt as if after its use the first time, the intention was clear. No need to use it repeatedly.
Looking forward to reading The Lightning Rod.
Looking forward to reading The Lightning Rod.
a_well_read_life's review against another edition
2.0
If you're looking for a political thriller, this is not the book you want. Realistically, it's more of a family drama than it is a political thriller. It was full of cheap plot devices, unrealistic scenarios, and unlikable characters. It held my attention for the most part, but as things unfolded I became more and more unsatisfied with it.
quisha10's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
loved this book nova is a wonderful character.
kroeh1135's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
library_ann's review against another edition
4.0
I've been excited -- and then disappointed -- by a Brad Meltzer book before, so I hesitated to start this. And I found it extremely hard to get to like Silent Nola, because she's all hard exterior, and I'm not sure there is a gooey center. And Zig is such a talker and all heart (he really reminded me of my friend Bill). But what I end up enjoying about Meltzer's books (and what I used to like about Neal Stephenson) is the weird side forays into historical trivia, which I know he has researched and maybe inflated some, but still are grounded in fact. Like the presidents' magician squad. Or the different types of bees in a hive. Random.