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meta_grrrl's review against another edition
3.0
Creative in that I e not read anything like it. Lame in that I have zero clue what happened.
michelledieu's review against another edition
4.0
What on earth was that ending??? I barely understood what was going on half the time but somehow I still managed to enjoy this book.
blurrypetals's review against another edition
1.0
This was one of the most frustrating things I've read. The only book I've read in 2019 so far that somehow manages to be even more frustrating and awful than this book was The Fever King by Victoria Lee.
The thing that baffles me, though, is that The Fever King at least seems to not be getting as much blind, devoted love as this book has. I don't fucking get it, I really don't.
I have to say, I did really like the first part of the book, and it really hooked me. It's also the reason I didn't DNF it, even though now that I'm finished I know I should have just DNF'd it.
I guess I'm just not meant to like books titled More Than This! (see: More Than This by Jay McLean)
This book was boring, the "twist" was stupid and boring and I hated it the end.
The thing that baffles me, though, is that The Fever King at least seems to not be getting as much blind, devoted love as this book has. I don't fucking get it, I really don't.
I have to say, I did really like the first part of the book, and it really hooked me. It's also the reason I didn't DNF it, even though now that I'm finished I know I should have just DNF'd it.
I guess I'm just not meant to like books titled More Than This! (see: More Than This by Jay McLean)
This book was boring, the "twist" was stupid and boring and I hated it the end.
nonnymouse's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I'm equally perplexed and delighted with this book.
I'm perplexed because there is no ending - and I'm delighted because there is no ending! Surprisingly philosophical, not what I expected from a YA book.
It's fast paced, absorbing and an enjoyable read.
Not my usual reading choice - I'm currently picking books from a local Phone Box Library, so was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it.
I'm perplexed because there is no ending - and I'm delighted because there is no ending! Surprisingly philosophical, not what I expected from a YA book.
It's fast paced, absorbing and an enjoyable read.
Not my usual reading choice - I'm currently picking books from a local Phone Box Library, so was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it.
mia_'s review against another edition
reflective
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
3.5
congressbaby143's review against another edition
4.0
This is very enjoyable and I thought at that time, when Seth still didn't know where Owen was - that authors have a responsibility to deliver to their readers the trust that there should be answers for everything. But it doesn't, which was the point of it all. It does, however, tie up loose ends that were necessary (like where Owen really is). It was conceivable that the ending would be like that and it just works anyway, I'd like to think it works for Seth. The message of this story hasn't clearly come across to me yet, it's just that I know it's a great idea that is very well executed.
Adds *breathes in heavily when there was just 3% of the book left*
Adds *breathes in heavily when there was just 3% of the book left*
tregina's review against another edition
3.0
I know in my head that this is a good book. The central character is strong and the central mystery is well crafted and certainly kept me turning pages. I mean, it's about existentialism, how awesome is that? But for me, it was ultimately more frustrating than compelling, and there was just something that didn't quite connect with me on an emotional level despite being intrigued by the themes and nuances of it. That's not to say I didn't like it, because I did, but...oh god, forgive me (and everyone else who's said it) for this one, but I wanted more than this.
swaye's review against another edition
2.0
I'm still confused.
And the more I try to make sense of things, the more confused I get. CONFUSIONCEPTION!
What in the fucking fuck is this book supposed to be about?! My initial 3 star rating dropped to 2 because of the eventual conclusion I've come to. This book was an amalgamation of AcidTripMatrixWolverineTerminatorWestworldBlackMirror ideas with a smattering of childabuse-suicide-murder-diversity-sells and a dollop of deep quotes put into a blender and Jackson Pollocked onto 478 pages.
Now, not gonna lie, despite the story being ridiculously and unnecessarily dragged out, it was still riveting and intriguing. I recommend it if you're looking for a bit of a mindfuck while you're shoveling down the proverbial popcorn. But for the sake of your sanity, don't overthink it.
The cake is a lie.
And the more I try to make sense of things, the more confused I get. CONFUSIONCEPTION!
What in the fucking fuck is this book supposed to be about?! My initial 3 star rating dropped to 2 because of the eventual conclusion I've come to. This book was an amalgamation of AcidTripMatrixWolverineTerminatorWestworldBlackMirror ideas with a smattering of childabuse-suicide-murder-diversity-sells and a dollop of deep quotes put into a blender and Jackson Pollocked onto 478 pages.
Now, not gonna lie, despite the story being ridiculously and unnecessarily dragged out, it was still riveting and intriguing. I recommend it if you're looking for a bit of a mindfuck while you're shoveling down the proverbial popcorn. But for the sake of your sanity, don't overthink it.
The cake is a lie.
imrg's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
Minor: Fatphobia, Homophobia, and Child abuse