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4.06 AVERAGE
4.06 AVERAGE
I went into this book thinking it'd be a typical YA novel, it definitely wasn't. This book was amazing! I really liked the unique plot and the way the story was written. The romance was also interesting since I wouldn't say it was a love triangle of the typical nature, as the two guys weren't really competing with each other for Addie's affections! All I have to say is Trevor is sheer perfection. <3
I am so glad I joined the #BookBFFs in their read of PIVOT POINT. Reading with friends always makes the experience better and without them I might have let this book sit too long.
Addie is totally blindsided by her parents declaration of divorce. And as much as every kid wish they had a choice in which parent to live with, you can’t imagine how it feels for your parents to tell you to search your future for which is best. OMG! Her parents must really respect her as a person to let her make her own decision with the knowledge that she really can envision the possibilities.
Now this is where the writing gets so engrossing and the pace of switching paths had me feeling like we were in the NOW and not scanning possible futures. It was unputdownable. Not only is Addie feeling out living with each of her parents, but she is thrust into a mystery and murder. As each path progresses overlap develops, resulting in the only thing I could do…frenziedly page flipping. GET TO THE END, became my mantra. And as the pages disappeared the frustration level ratcheted up. Which path will she choose? What will be sacrificed?
Even though I’ve focused on the mystery, it really is a light read. There is a paranormal aspect. The people of the Compound have various enhanced abilities, like Addie’s Divergent ability. But it isn’t cumbersome to comprehend, it actually reads like a Contemporary. KASIE WEST left me a fan and wondering where will this series go next.
Two Paths, but only One Choice.
Addie is totally blindsided by her parents declaration of divorce. And as much as every kid wish they had a choice in which parent to live with, you can’t imagine how it feels for your parents to tell you to search your future for which is best. OMG! Her parents must really respect her as a person to let her make her own decision with the knowledge that she really can envision the possibilities.
Now this is where the writing gets so engrossing and the pace of switching paths had me feeling like we were in the NOW and not scanning possible futures. It was unputdownable. Not only is Addie feeling out living with each of her parents, but she is thrust into a mystery and murder. As each path progresses overlap develops, resulting in the only thing I could do…frenziedly page flipping. GET TO THE END, became my mantra. And as the pages disappeared the frustration level ratcheted up. Which path will she choose? What will be sacrificed?
Even though I’ve focused on the mystery, it really is a light read. There is a paranormal aspect. The people of the Compound have various enhanced abilities, like Addie’s Divergent ability. But it isn’t cumbersome to comprehend, it actually reads like a Contemporary. KASIE WEST left me a fan and wondering where will this series go next.
Two Paths, but only One Choice.
Originally reviewed Disquietus Reads
This actually falls into more of 3.5 than a flat-out three for me. While I didn’t hate it, I did not love it as much as I expected to. This was one I was super eager to read and had high expectations for because it’s gotten so many rave reviews, but by the end of the second chapter I wasn’t sure I’d even finish it but I kept pushing through though and it definitely paid off. While it’s not my favorite book ever, it had an intriguing world and enough action to keep me invested, and the ending was vague enough about Addison’s future that I will definitely be reading the sequel.
I loved the idea of Addison’s super power. Now that I’ve heard of it, it’s the one that I would most want to have. Well, it or flying because I would love to be able to fly okay. And I really liked Addison, most of the time. She was funny and not at all the pushover I was initially afraid she would be. However, I wasn’t as invested in her and her life as I should have been. There were times though that I could empathize with her, even though I felt that she was kind of an idiot. It really wasn’t until the last few chapters that I really started to enjoy her though.
There is a love triangle as well. There was a clear winner to me right from the start, but I won’t spoil it for you, although I think it’s pretty obvious. They have this great connection, and watching them figure it out was the best part of this book, and seeing more of them together in the sequel is a primary reason I am looking forward to reading it. And while the other love interest was definitely compelling and charming in his own right, once I figured out what his deal was, I was left feeling utterly repulsed and slightly violent. While he’s not evil per se, he is definitely not a good person and I hope that she doesn’t try and drag this triangle out further.
My favorite characters in the book were actually the secondary characters, Trevor’s best friend Rowan and Addie’s best friend Laila. While they both definitely have some not admirable qualities, mostly Laila, they were the ones that added the spark that I was missing from Addison and left me smiling. Laila gets a lot of criticism, because she is pushy and does some pretty questionable things, but she’s also got a big heart and is easier for me to relate to than Addie. I wouldn’t mind seeing her get a book of her own.
What I didn’t like so much about the book was the writing itself. While it wasn’t the worst I’ve ever read, it frequently had a juvenile feel to it, and a lot of the descriptions of people’s reactions seemed very unrealistic to me. I couldn’t just sink into this world or these characters, which to me is the mark of great writing. And the way each chapter alternated between the different potential paths was very distracting initially. Once I adjusted it was fine, but it just wasn’t what I expected.
Despite the negatives, it was definitely an enjoyable and intriguing story, and I was actually really surprised by the ending. I look forward to the next installment.
This actually falls into more of 3.5 than a flat-out three for me. While I didn’t hate it, I did not love it as much as I expected to. This was one I was super eager to read and had high expectations for because it’s gotten so many rave reviews, but by the end of the second chapter I wasn’t sure I’d even finish it but I kept pushing through though and it definitely paid off. While it’s not my favorite book ever, it had an intriguing world and enough action to keep me invested, and the ending was vague enough about Addison’s future that I will definitely be reading the sequel.
I loved the idea of Addison’s super power. Now that I’ve heard of it, it’s the one that I would most want to have. Well, it or flying because I would love to be able to fly okay. And I really liked Addison, most of the time. She was funny and not at all the pushover I was initially afraid she would be. However, I wasn’t as invested in her and her life as I should have been. There were times though that I could empathize with her, even though I felt that she was kind of an idiot. It really wasn’t until the last few chapters that I really started to enjoy her though.
There is a love triangle as well. There was a clear winner to me right from the start, but I won’t spoil it for you, although I think it’s pretty obvious. They have this great connection, and watching them figure it out was the best part of this book, and seeing more of them together in the sequel is a primary reason I am looking forward to reading it. And while the other love interest was definitely compelling and charming in his own right, once I figured out what his deal was, I was left feeling utterly repulsed and slightly violent. While he’s not evil per se, he is definitely not a good person and I hope that she doesn’t try and drag this triangle out further.
My favorite characters in the book were actually the secondary characters, Trevor’s best friend Rowan and Addie’s best friend Laila. While they both definitely have some not admirable qualities, mostly Laila, they were the ones that added the spark that I was missing from Addison and left me smiling. Laila gets a lot of criticism, because she is pushy and does some pretty questionable things, but she’s also got a big heart and is easier for me to relate to than Addie. I wouldn’t mind seeing her get a book of her own.
What I didn’t like so much about the book was the writing itself. While it wasn’t the worst I’ve ever read, it frequently had a juvenile feel to it, and a lot of the descriptions of people’s reactions seemed very unrealistic to me. I couldn’t just sink into this world or these characters, which to me is the mark of great writing. And the way each chapter alternated between the different potential paths was very distracting initially. Once I adjusted it was fine, but it just wasn’t what I expected.
Despite the negatives, it was definitely an enjoyable and intriguing story, and I was actually really surprised by the ending. I look forward to the next installment.
Pivot Point takes the hard question “what would you do if you could see your future” and brings it to life in a emotional and engaging story revolving around a teen called Addie. This book is unique, sweet, and with a pinch of intrigue.
The world of Pivot Point is surprisingly contemporary and in some ways I found this slightly disappointing. The interesting world of the Compound is described very sparingly and we don’t get to see very much of the inter-workings aside from the schooling and the testing. I would have to have some more world-building because the beginning was only so-so for me and it wasn’t until Addie was well into one of her paths that I became hooked. I found the idea of mental abilities to be really interesting and we do get to see some of what other people can do, and I loved the fact that it doesn’t paint any ability as mostly good or bad. Most of the story happens in Addie’s Search of her two possible futures and we are given both stories in alternating chapters labeled with either a Para or a Norm word to help you keep track of which one. I had a bit of trouble focusing and found the overall pace to be on the slow side, and it wasn’t until the last 3rd of the book that was well and truly pulled in.
I think it’s sort of obvious from the lack of extensive world building that this is a character driven book and that really run the show. Addie is a sarcastic bookworm, that while I really enjoyed reading about kind of fades into the background once the book is over. She’s a great girl though and she was pretty easy to connect to and understand, and while she’s definitely different from the normal female MC’s I can only say I feel somewhat invested in her future now that the book is over. Then there are the boys Duke and Trevor, who are complete opposites. I honestly can’t stand Duke. I hated him right from the off, because when hitting someone with a football is an acceptable introduction you lose me. Trevor is great though and I found him to be adorable, he’s definitely worth the time and effort of book shipping. Even though there are two guys this book does not have a love triangle. It sounds complicated and in some ways it is, but no love triangle here.
Overall I found Pivot Point to have a really interesting premise and I thought it was handle really well. I do wish it the middle hadn’t lulled so much but it was worth the effort to get to that ending. I’m definitely curious to see how things have developed in the second book and I’m really hoping we get to see more of the Compound.
The world of Pivot Point is surprisingly contemporary and in some ways I found this slightly disappointing. The interesting world of the Compound is described very sparingly and we don’t get to see very much of the inter-workings aside from the schooling and the testing. I would have to have some more world-building because the beginning was only so-so for me and it wasn’t until Addie was well into one of her paths that I became hooked. I found the idea of mental abilities to be really interesting and we do get to see some of what other people can do, and I loved the fact that it doesn’t paint any ability as mostly good or bad. Most of the story happens in Addie’s Search of her two possible futures and we are given both stories in alternating chapters labeled with either a Para or a Norm word to help you keep track of which one. I had a bit of trouble focusing and found the overall pace to be on the slow side, and it wasn’t until the last 3rd of the book that was well and truly pulled in.
I think it’s sort of obvious from the lack of extensive world building that this is a character driven book and that really run the show. Addie is a sarcastic bookworm, that while I really enjoyed reading about kind of fades into the background once the book is over. She’s a great girl though and she was pretty easy to connect to and understand, and while she’s definitely different from the normal female MC’s I can only say I feel somewhat invested in her future now that the book is over. Then there are the boys Duke and Trevor, who are complete opposites. I honestly can’t stand Duke. I hated him right from the off, because when hitting someone with a football is an acceptable introduction you lose me. Trevor is great though and I found him to be adorable, he’s definitely worth the time and effort of book shipping. Even though there are two guys this book does not have a love triangle. It sounds complicated and in some ways it is, but no love triangle here.
Overall I found Pivot Point to have a really interesting premise and I thought it was handle really well. I do wish it the middle hadn’t lulled so much but it was worth the effort to get to that ending. I’m definitely curious to see how things have developed in the second book and I’m really hoping we get to see more of the Compound.
When I was offered the chance to review Pivot Point by Kasie West, I said yes immediately because the blurb was so intriguing! I loved the idea of a novel that was split into two, that Addie’s ability meant she could see the paths her life could take depending on her decision. (That is just a super cool ability – you could see your mistakes before you make them and, ergo, not make them.) I was so excited to dive into the novel, and see just how it was written, how it was laid out, etc, and I wasn’t disappointed at all. It was quite a tense novel – as secrets kept coming out, and as the novel moved towards its conclusion I had no idea at all where the novel was going to go, and I admit, I was worried!
Pivot Point is basically split into two. It starts just before Addie looks into her future, and then it diverges into both paths Addie could possibly take when her parents announce their divorce – does she stay with her Mom and best friend Laila and end up with the hottest guy in school or does she risk going with her Dad and living the “Norm” life, which will see her meet the cute Trevor? Neither life is perfect, but it is one incident in particular that will make up Addie’s mind… For good. I loved how the book alternated between chapters between Addie’s life with the Paras and her Mom, and the life with her Dad and the Norms. It meant that we got to see both outcomes, and it definitely ratcheted up the tension as it became clear just what was occurring in both lives. Neither was the real, obvious winner, although I personally preferred Addie’s life in the Norm world, with her Dad.
Pivot Point had me hooked from the first page, it took me a couple of days to read as I was ill, but when I got into it, I really got into it and finished the majority of it in a day. It was really, really good. I don’t read as much paranormal books as some people do, but I read a few and mostly pick and choose the ones I know I will enjoy, and this was certainly one of them. Kasie West is such a clever writer and managed to make me panic so much. I pretty much spent the last 50 pages fearing for everyone’s lives because I just wasn’t sure exactly who was in danger and who exactly the bad guy was! Of the two “realms”, if you will, I definitely favoured the Norm world. The only good thing about the Para world for me, was Laila, and even she had her failures, though it is debateable over whether it was her fault or not. The Norm world called to me, and I preferred the Addie in the Norm world to the Addie in the Para world, she seemed more settled to me, and I adored Trevor. He really made the book for me.
The novel was quite heartbreaking. I knew something major had to occur to force Addie’s decision, and I knew it wouldn’t be pleasant and it surprised me where West went with it. It sort of made me sad. I’m so looking forward to Split Second, the second book in the series (and hopefully not last!), and I will be buying it as soon as it’s out, to see where Addie’s life takes her next and it seems as if we’ll be able to get to know Laila a bit more in the second novel, as if she might even had her own POV, which will be interesting. I may even warm back up to her again, we will see. I definitely recommend Pivot Point, it was such an enjoyable quick read, with some wonderful, outstanding characters, and a very clever back story. Kasie West is a wondeful storyteller and I can’t wait to dive into her other novels, she’s fantastic and this book is fantastic, too!
Pivot Point is basically split into two. It starts just before Addie looks into her future, and then it diverges into both paths Addie could possibly take when her parents announce their divorce – does she stay with her Mom and best friend Laila and end up with the hottest guy in school or does she risk going with her Dad and living the “Norm” life, which will see her meet the cute Trevor? Neither life is perfect, but it is one incident in particular that will make up Addie’s mind… For good. I loved how the book alternated between chapters between Addie’s life with the Paras and her Mom, and the life with her Dad and the Norms. It meant that we got to see both outcomes, and it definitely ratcheted up the tension as it became clear just what was occurring in both lives. Neither was the real, obvious winner, although I personally preferred Addie’s life in the Norm world, with her Dad.
Pivot Point had me hooked from the first page, it took me a couple of days to read as I was ill, but when I got into it, I really got into it and finished the majority of it in a day. It was really, really good. I don’t read as much paranormal books as some people do, but I read a few and mostly pick and choose the ones I know I will enjoy, and this was certainly one of them. Kasie West is such a clever writer and managed to make me panic so much. I pretty much spent the last 50 pages fearing for everyone’s lives because I just wasn’t sure exactly who was in danger and who exactly the bad guy was! Of the two “realms”, if you will, I definitely favoured the Norm world. The only good thing about the Para world for me, was Laila, and even she had her failures, though it is debateable over whether it was her fault or not. The Norm world called to me, and I preferred the Addie in the Norm world to the Addie in the Para world, she seemed more settled to me, and I adored Trevor. He really made the book for me.
The novel was quite heartbreaking. I knew something major had to occur to force Addie’s decision, and I knew it wouldn’t be pleasant and it surprised me where West went with it. It sort of made me sad. I’m so looking forward to Split Second, the second book in the series (and hopefully not last!), and I will be buying it as soon as it’s out, to see where Addie’s life takes her next and it seems as if we’ll be able to get to know Laila a bit more in the second novel, as if she might even had her own POV, which will be interesting. I may even warm back up to her again, we will see. I definitely recommend Pivot Point, it was such an enjoyable quick read, with some wonderful, outstanding characters, and a very clever back story. Kasie West is a wondeful storyteller and I can’t wait to dive into her other novels, she’s fantastic and this book is fantastic, too!
After a reread, I'm bumping up the rating to 4 stars due to unremembered fun and romantic and awesome-ness.
I liked the Sliding Doors vibe to this one. I also like that West did a pretty good job wrapping stuff up, despite this being the first in a series. I'm on board for the next!
When the cover was released, I was so excite for this. Then the synopsis was released and I was even MORE excited about this read. And then when I was finally reading it, I was like o_O what in the world is this?! It was truly not what I was expecting. I wanted a really in depth mystery, but what I found was something I felt was all over the place and I knew the answer before it came out in the story. I remember everyone was giving it 4 and 5 stars before it cane out and I was super excited to read it, but it just wasn't my cup of tea. It really left me disappointed.
When I first heard about the mystery in this novel, I was thinking it was going to be the center of this story. It definitely wasn't. The mystery was centered around football. One half the regular sport and the other half the paranormal sport that I didn't really understand 100%. This was where I was most disappointed. I love mysteries, especially ones that have me on the edge of my seat and biting my nails. Even ones where I can guess it still intrigue me if done well. This one wasn't one that had me scared and I was able to pick out who it was from the very beginning.
The writing for the book was also a little bland for me. It just seemed to be nothing happening and the jumping back and forth unfortunately made it worse. It was like there was nothing happening in the story x2. If it makes sense.
The only reason I finished this was to see why everyone was talking about the ending. And when I got there it was the huge FLASH BANG BOOM that I was expecting. It was more of a mole hill made into a mountain. So, I'm giving this 2 Stars because I actually finished it. 1 Star is usually reserved for those books that I DNF.
When I first heard about the mystery in this novel, I was thinking it was going to be the center of this story. It definitely wasn't. The mystery was centered around football. One half the regular sport and the other half the paranormal sport that I didn't really understand 100%. This was where I was most disappointed. I love mysteries, especially ones that have me on the edge of my seat and biting my nails. Even ones where I can guess it still intrigue me if done well. This one wasn't one that had me scared and I was able to pick out who it was from the very beginning.
The writing for the book was also a little bland for me. It just seemed to be nothing happening and the jumping back and forth unfortunately made it worse. It was like there was nothing happening in the story x2. If it makes sense.
The only reason I finished this was to see why everyone was talking about the ending. And when I got there it was the huge FLASH BANG BOOM that I was expecting. It was more of a mole hill made into a mountain. So, I'm giving this 2 Stars because I actually finished it. 1 Star is usually reserved for those books that I DNF.
I was so determined to give this book one or two stars. The blurb made it seem like yet another stupid YA novel with a terrible love triangle and a school for teens with paranormal abilities. But was I in for a surprise.
The way the story is narrated is in alternating chapters, with Addie searching her two potential options after her parent's divorce: live with her father in the Norms, or live with her mother with the Paranormals. The last couple of chapters tell the ending of the story.
I thought Addie would come off as incredibly whiny and annoying (which is what she appeared as in the first few chapters), but she was very mellow and sweet for the most part. Her friend, Laila, was a different story, but they seemed to balance each other.
What I liked about this book was that it was fresh and original. It wasn't exactly a love triangle since each boy was from one of Addie's potential lives. Paranormalcy is used as the basis of many YA novels, but they usually get botched up somewhere along the way. I am happy to say that Pivot Point was not one of those novels.
The way the story is narrated is in alternating chapters, with Addie searching her two potential options after her parent's divorce: live with her father in the Norms, or live with her mother with the Paranormals.
I thought Addie would come off as incredibly whiny and annoying (which is what she appeared as in the first few chapters), but she was very mellow and sweet for the most part. Her friend, Laila, was a different story, but they seemed to balance each other.
What I liked about this book was that it was fresh and original. It wasn't exactly a love triangle since each boy was from one of Addie's potential lives. Paranormalcy is used as the basis of many YA novels, but they usually get botched up somewhere along the way. I am happy to say that Pivot Point was not one of those novels.
Five wonderful stars. I finished this in three hours. I just couldn't stop reading. And now I'm so ready and excited to read the second one.