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violet97's review
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
8ambeerpong's review
5.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. This was the first book I have read by this author and it won't be the last.
Two big things stood out for me: first was the locale descriptions. I find many authors tend to over-describe but John didn't do that. He just gave enough of each location to give you a feel for it, then your imagination fills in the blanks. This is the type of locale description I enjoy most by authors and John nailed it.
Second were all the characters. I don't know how he did it but every single character that was introduced had me begging for more. He was able to create many interesting characters - some of whom lasted a few chapters, others who were only in for a brief mention and not referred to again. Either way - every character felt real, and had a story to tell and I loved that.
Oh and of course my favourite part of the book was a certain character in the medical centre with the book. I won't say anything else but that's one of the best scenes I've read in a book and I loved that so much.
Two big things stood out for me: first was the locale descriptions. I find many authors tend to over-describe but John didn't do that. He just gave enough of each location to give you a feel for it, then your imagination fills in the blanks. This is the type of locale description I enjoy most by authors and John nailed it.
Second were all the characters. I don't know how he did it but every single character that was introduced had me begging for more. He was able to create many interesting characters - some of whom lasted a few chapters, others who were only in for a brief mention and not referred to again. Either way - every character felt real, and had a story to tell and I loved that.
Oh and of course my favourite part of the book was a certain character in the medical centre with the book. I won't say anything else but that's one of the best scenes I've read in a book and I loved that so much.
rosemaryandrue's review
3.0
As much a character study as a post-apocalyptic tale, the plot meanders but ultimately resolves itself in a warm place.
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