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lete76's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
4.0
rlygirl's review against another edition
4.0
What a magnificent roller coaster of a book ride! Sanderson filled this book with action, suspense, snark, and a host of funny, memorable characters. I even enjoyed reading the Acknowledgments afterward and learning that he had 2 real life fighter pilots as beta readers, giving him advice on the flying technicalities and lingo as he went through the writing process. And it shows. I'd safely accuse Sanderson of putting a ton of personal love and time into this new series. I enjoyed it immensely!
At first, I wasn't sure I'd like the protagonist, Spensa, since she started out SO over the top with a put on bad-ass, even cliche attitude to try to stick up for herself and gain some respect, but as the book went on she grew more relatable.
The cast of characters surrounding her were amazing as well. Some of my top favorites are grumpy, wise-cracking instructor Cobb, goofy Kimmalyn with her bizarre Saint quotes and fun-loving, energetic co-pilots like Bim and "Hurl". Can't wait to read the sequel!
At first, I wasn't sure I'd like the protagonist, Spensa, since she started out SO over the top with a put on bad-ass, even cliche attitude to try to stick up for herself and gain some respect, but as the book went on she grew more relatable.
The cast of characters surrounding her were amazing as well. Some of my top favorites are grumpy, wise-cracking instructor Cobb, goofy Kimmalyn with her bizarre Saint quotes and fun-loving, energetic co-pilots like Bim and "Hurl". Can't wait to read the sequel!
zephonsacriel's review against another edition
5.0
This was SO DAMN GOOD!!!!! THIS IS THE "UMPF" THAT I'VE BEEN MISSING IN YA!!!
This book really reminded me of Ender's Game, obviously there are differences as anyone who read that can see, but there's some interesting parallels.
The action in this book was great! It was well-paced and descriptive in terms of both the combat and the characters' emotions. Each chapter in this book moves the plot forward bit by bit, some more than others. I was impressed at how Brandon Sanderson could balance comedy and drama at the same time so well.
The mystery element really kept me going. The mystery of why Spensa's father attempted to run away and why they were all on the planet was genuinely interesting and kept me hooked.
I just really loved this book and I can't wait to read the sequel. But Ironsides was a bitch, that is all.
This book really reminded me of Ender's Game, obviously there are differences as anyone who read that can see, but there's some interesting parallels.
The action in this book was great! It was well-paced and descriptive in terms of both the combat and the characters' emotions. Each chapter in this book moves the plot forward bit by bit, some more than others. I was impressed at how Brandon Sanderson could balance comedy and drama at the same time so well.
The mystery element really kept me going. The mystery of why Spensa's father attempted to run away and why they were all on the planet was genuinely interesting and kept me hooked.
I just really loved this book and I can't wait to read the sequel. But Ironsides was a bitch, that is all.
thedragonswarrior's review against another edition
5.0
Sanderson as usual continues to be disgustingly good at his job. This book was an easy read while also being incredibly fantastic, tackling questions around free will and exploring the impact of grief and trauma while also delivering a fast paced action packed page turner. 5/5.
jonsnoo's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
fishspark's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
landstander's review against another edition
5.0
This is a perfect YA sci fi thriller by Brandon Sanderson. I can't wait until either of my kids are old enough to appreciate it. But despite being YA in design it defies typical trope of the genre by not focusing so much on teenage romance. Rather this is a strong tale of a young woman learning who she is versus who she thought she would be. It's a story of courage and strength in the face of bleak odds. Don't let the YA vibe out yourself off from this fantastic read.
sillyfroggy's review against another edition
4.0
A very familiar theme. Top Gun but with a female protagonist.
Well written and kept me interested. I liked the reveal of what happened to her father.
Weird criticism, but I wish they had used a different font for MBot.
Well written and kept me interested. I liked the reveal of what happened to her father.
Weird criticism, but I wish they had used a different font for MBot.
lazyeggo's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-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