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hurrikanekathrina's review against another edition
1.0
3 out of 10
I don't want to waste a lot of time on this review. This book is YA through and through. It's been quite some time since I've read something this cliché. The main character feels like it's aimed directly at 15 year old girls, who identify with main characters that are just so different from all the other girls, causing their popular crush to immediately notice them and realise just how special they are.
While the world of Warcross may be built on an interesting idea, Lu's poor research and utter lack of technical finesse made it impossible for me to enjoy it. There isn't a single character that isn't a YA stereotype, from the obnoxious orphan heroine, who uses her unmatched abilities to selflessly fight for others, over the dark and mysterious love interest up to the quirky gay character (who btw adds absolutley zero additional value to the story other than just being the mandatory diverse character).
The worst thing, however, about this book is the incredibly predictable "plot twist"
I'm really sad that this turned out to be such a disappointment, but there really isn't much positive to say about this in my eyes.
I don't want to waste a lot of time on this review. This book is YA through and through. It's been quite some time since I've read something this cliché. The main character feels like it's aimed directly at 15 year old girls, who identify with main characters that are just so different from all the other girls, causing their popular crush to immediately notice them and realise just how special they are.
While the world of Warcross may be built on an interesting idea, Lu's poor research and utter lack of technical finesse made it impossible for me to enjoy it. There isn't a single character that isn't a YA stereotype, from the obnoxious orphan heroine, who uses her unmatched abilities to selflessly fight for others, over the dark and mysterious love interest up to the quirky gay character (who btw adds absolutley zero additional value to the story other than just being the mandatory diverse character).
The worst thing, however, about this book is the incredibly predictable "plot twist"
Spoiler
About the first time that our brooding heart-throb Hideo mentioned that his brother mysteriously disappeared as a child, I knew that the big revelation at the end would be that Zero is nobody but Hideo's missing brother himself. It was the painfully obvious choice for a plot-twist, and it made the end fall just flat, just like the rest of the ridiculous "twist" of events.I'm really sad that this turned out to be such a disappointment, but there really isn't much positive to say about this in my eyes.
jeni_lin's review against another edition
2.0
copy and paste character tropes, romance, and plot twists from other YA books. very predictable ending, flat characters, and forced romance between characters with no chemistry. however the premise is still interesting enough where i kinda wanna read the next book.
izpalm's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
soonae68'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
4.0
sheiltheshell's review against another edition
4.0
I did not give permission to have my heart ripped out YET AGAIN ✌️
karenbookshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I sooo should've read this book when I first bought it. It would've been so perfect.
But that's not to say that I did not enjoy this book, because I did. It was so much fun to read and like immerse myself in the world of Warcross (☆ω☆)
I loved the characters a lot! But sometimes I wanted to slap some of them to just wake up and see what's in front of them (*´∇`)┌θ☆(ﾉ>_<)ﾉ
It was a fun and really interesting read and I cannot wait to delve into the sequel Wildcard!! ٩(◕‿◕｡)۶
But that's not to say that I did not enjoy this book, because I did. It was so much fun to read and like immerse myself in the world of Warcross (☆ω☆)
I loved the characters a lot! But sometimes I wanted to slap some of them to just wake up and see what's in front of them (*´∇`)┌θ☆(ﾉ>_<)ﾉ
It was a fun and really interesting read and I cannot wait to delve into the sequel Wildcard!! ٩(◕‿◕｡)۶
hellobookbird's review against another edition
5.0
If you combined Sword Art Online and Quidditch with a pinch of [b: Hunger Games|2767052|The Hunger Games (The Hunger Games, #1)|Suzanne Collins|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1447303603s/2767052.jpg|2792775] this would be your result...and it's EPIC!
[b: Warcross|29385546|Warcross (Warcross, #1)|Marie Lu|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1489081682s/29385546.jpg|49634052] is a virtual reality combat game created by young billionaire, Hideo Tanaka. Teams compete in virtual arenas to steal the opposing team's artifact. Emika Chen is a hacker and bounty hunter struggling to keep a roof over her head. Seizing a risky opportunity to make some quick cash, Emika accidentally glitches herself into the live Warcross opening ceremony. Instead of being arrested, Hideo Tanaka himself offers her a job...as both a player and spy in the game.
It's a book rich in stunning world descriptions, bloodthirsty competition, technological marvels, secrets and lies. As Emika delves into the underbelly of the Dark World, she discovers a plot larger than what she could have imagined. It'll keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end...and what an end it was! I can't wait to see what the sequel has in store for us.
Recommended for those that absolutely love a good virtual reality plot and mah fellow gamers and Quidditch fans...because we all love a good game.
Imagine wandering through the most realistic virtual Paris ever, or lounging in a full simulation of Hawaii's beaches. Imagine flying through a fantasy world of dragons and elves. Anything.
[b: Warcross|29385546|Warcross (Warcross, #1)|Marie Lu|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1489081682s/29385546.jpg|49634052] is a virtual reality combat game created by young billionaire, Hideo Tanaka. Teams compete in virtual arenas to steal the opposing team's artifact. Emika Chen is a hacker and bounty hunter struggling to keep a roof over her head. Seizing a risky opportunity to make some quick cash, Emika accidentally glitches herself into the live Warcross opening ceremony. Instead of being arrested, Hideo Tanaka himself offers her a job...as both a player and spy in the game.
It's a book rich in stunning world descriptions, bloodthirsty competition, technological marvels, secrets and lies. As Emika delves into the underbelly of the Dark World, she discovers a plot larger than what she could have imagined. It'll keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end...and what an end it was! I can't wait to see what the sequel has in store for us.
Finally, to all the gamer girls out there. You inspired this.
Recommended for those that absolutely love a good virtual reality plot and mah fellow gamers and Quidditch fans...because we all love a good game.