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nourbey's review
5.0
I have never felt so emotional over a robot in my LIFE wtf. I signed up for some cool sci-fi, I got a depressed robot. Nonetheless, I thoroughly enjoyed this.
Also I’m big sad that she didn’t finish the series :(
Also I’m big sad that she didn’t finish the series :(
macfiar's review
1.0
This is without a doubt the most ridiculous book ever. There are so many things wrong with it. but the thing that pissed me off was that when the war starts and the humans are trying to decide what to do, the teenage boys actually decide to use the girls and brood mares whether they are willing or not. I am so sick of this toxic masculinity crap. This book totally sucked.
bzzylz's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
dingoesatemyromany's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
mooholcomb's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
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
angelicasreads's review
4.0
Let me start off this review by telling you all a little fact about myself. I like to begin reading new books at midnight. I don't know why, but something about inconvenient hours of night makes me want to pick up a good story and start reading. So, it was at around midnight on a Saturday, well, technically Sunday, that I decided that I was going to read this book. I lied and said I would only read a few chapters, but we know that's never how it goes. So, someway, somehow, I ended up reading this 496 page novel in one sitting. I didn't stop reading until 5:30 a.m. when I finally read that last heartbreaking sentence. So, clearly, I liked this novel.
Now, be forewarned, this books slow. And I do mean slooooow. And yet, it's so addicting. It is told from two different points of view, a human girl named Raven, and an alien boy with no name, only the rank of Eighth. Both of which are trying to survive in this post invasion world as they try to figure out their true allegiances.
It's all very 5th Wave-esque when you start reading, but also very different. I am sure that there will be those that compare the two, but I think that they each bring something new to the table and I am curious to see where this book goes in its future sequels. Also, I must admit that I liked The 5th Wave a bit more, giving it a full five stars, instead of the four this one got, but that had to do with the slow beginning. Seriously, the two main characters don't "officially" meet until the 50% mark. But, it's all good, I promise.
Despite how slow it seemed to go, the pacing of this book was absolutely perfect. I loved seeing the gradual deterioration of the world (does that make me sound crazy?) and the slow build up in the main character's relationship. I loved seeing Raven and Eighth interact with one another, especially since Eighth was unable to speak through entire time. I loved seeing how he would sign things to her and how Raven slowly began to understand his language. Really, I loved it all.
The characters were heartbreaking and real and all that good stuff. Admittedly, at first, there was something about Raven that kept rubbing me the wrong way. But, as I read and got to learn more about her, the more I liked her character. Also, can we just take a minute to a appreciate the fact that she is a person of color? A badass, butt kicking, person of color? I was not expecting that at all. Also, the fact that it's set in Canada. I don't think I've ever read a sci-fi book set in Canada.
Then there was Eighth, who was tragic and sad and painfully pathetic in a way that just makes you want to hug him and never let him go. He was also unfailingly loyal, and sweet and extremely naive, but also lovable. Sure, he got a little emo at times and had a tendency for being over dramatic, but given the circumstances, I think he handled it all fairly well.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It has action, mystery, diversity, and awesome character. Be warned, that it also mentions topics such as suicide, drugs, racism, and death. Those aren't the main focus of the novel but know that they are mentioned often, in case that is something you tend to avoid.
In the end, I'm just sad that I am going to have to wait an entire year to see what happens next. I was not ready for that ending.
**I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.**
Now, be forewarned, this books slow. And I do mean slooooow. And yet, it's so addicting. It is told from two different points of view, a human girl named Raven, and an alien boy with no name, only the rank of Eighth. Both of which are trying to survive in this post invasion world as they try to figure out their true allegiances.
It's all very 5th Wave-esque when you start reading, but also very different. I am sure that there will be those that compare the two, but I think that they each bring something new to the table and I am curious to see where this book goes in its future sequels. Also, I must admit that I liked The 5th Wave a bit more, giving it a full five stars, instead of the four this one got, but that had to do with the slow beginning. Seriously, the two main characters don't "officially" meet until the 50% mark. But, it's all good, I promise.
Despite how slow it seemed to go, the pacing of this book was absolutely perfect. I loved seeing the gradual deterioration of the world (does that make me sound crazy?) and the slow build up in the main character's relationship. I loved seeing Raven and Eighth interact with one another, especially since Eighth was unable to speak through entire time. I loved seeing how he would sign things to her and how Raven slowly began to understand his language. Really, I loved it all.
The characters were heartbreaking and real and all that good stuff. Admittedly, at first, there was something about Raven that kept rubbing me the wrong way. But, as I read and got to learn more about her, the more I liked her character. Also, can we just take a minute to a appreciate the fact that she is a person of color? A badass, butt kicking, person of color? I was not expecting that at all. Also, the fact that it's set in Canada. I don't think I've ever read a sci-fi book set in Canada.
Then there was Eighth, who was tragic and sad and painfully pathetic in a way that just makes you want to hug him and never let him go. He was also unfailingly loyal, and sweet and extremely naive, but also lovable. Sure, he got a little emo at times and had a tendency for being over dramatic, but given the circumstances, I think he handled it all fairly well.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It has action, mystery, diversity, and awesome character. Be warned, that it also mentions topics such as suicide, drugs, racism, and death. Those aren't the main focus of the novel but know that they are mentioned often, in case that is something you tend to avoid.
In the end, I'm just sad that I am going to have to wait an entire year to see what happens next. I was not ready for that ending.
**I received an advance copy of this book from the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.**
magicmarc's review against another edition
2.0
2.25/5 estrellas.
Emm... No. Un rotundo no. Gracias.
Solamente me quedo con Octavo.
Emm... No. Un rotundo no. Gracias.
Solamente me quedo con Octavo.
javamamanc's review
adventurous
dark
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
merlin_reads's review against another edition
4.0
If someone would have told me that by the end of this book I would have been crying over an alien, I would have said 'y'all trippin'. But there I was, my eyes tearing over. Gabrielle Prendergast, hats off to you my dear.
This book follows the POV's of two individuals. First we have our human counterpart, Raven, who while at training to be a summer camp adviser, finds herself trying to survive an alien invasion with only a few other humans with her. Then we have Eighth, the alien, or Nahx as they're called here. Since he can't talk, his chapters are mostly internal dialogue and emotions.
The beginning of this book was slow. I actually started thinking that I wasn't going to like it. It wasn't that it was bad, it just wasn't grabbing my attention. I didn't have a sense of urgency to finish as I should in a survival book. Also, I had a really hard time connecting to Raven. I understood her anger - the Nahx killed her boyfriend, but there was something about her that was very standoffish and as a reader, it made it hard for me to feel for her. Then there were the chapters with Eighth, and at the beginning, I was a little confused. I didn't understand the things he was "talking" about in his chapters. I didn't get his mentality and the things he had to do to survive. It was very disjointed.
But then it all changed.
This isn't a spoiler as it's mentioned in the description, but the book really picks up when Raven and Eighth are thrown together. While I never really warmed up to Raven. Eighth came alive. And he also broke my heart. I felt for him and his confusion. He didn't know where he belonged, all he knew what that he had to save this girl and he didn't want to harm humans. So not only did he have to deal with a hostile Raven, he was also dealing with his internal struggle with his race. I loved it all. And he had me almost in tears toward the end.
Guys, there's no way this series can end happy and I fear for what's to come in book two. But I cannot wait to read it.
This book follows the POV's of two individuals. First we have our human counterpart, Raven, who while at training to be a summer camp adviser, finds herself trying to survive an alien invasion with only a few other humans with her. Then we have Eighth, the alien, or Nahx as they're called here. Since he can't talk, his chapters are mostly internal dialogue and emotions.
The beginning of this book was slow. I actually started thinking that I wasn't going to like it. It wasn't that it was bad, it just wasn't grabbing my attention. I didn't have a sense of urgency to finish as I should in a survival book. Also, I had a really hard time connecting to Raven. I understood her anger - the Nahx killed her boyfriend, but there was something about her that was very standoffish and as a reader, it made it hard for me to feel for her. Then there were the chapters with Eighth, and at the beginning, I was a little confused. I didn't understand the things he was "talking" about in his chapters. I didn't get his mentality and the things he had to do to survive. It was very disjointed.
But then it all changed.
This isn't a spoiler as it's mentioned in the description, but the book really picks up when Raven and Eighth are thrown together. While I never really warmed up to Raven. Eighth came alive. And he also broke my heart. I felt for him and his confusion. He didn't know where he belonged, all he knew what that he had to save this girl and he didn't want to harm humans. So not only did he have to deal with a hostile Raven, he was also dealing with his internal struggle with his race. I loved it all. And he had me almost in tears toward the end.
Guys, there's no way this series can end happy and I fear for what's to come in book two. But I cannot wait to read it.