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jillianm's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Addiction, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, and Torture
jhbandcats's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
There was so much I didn't like about this book, which was a big disappointment as I really like Stacey Abrams.
First of all, the plot was preposterous. Not the part about the genetics and the government secrecy, but the part about Avery and her pals running around being heroes.
Secondly, the convoluted games were quite clever and entertaining, but strained credulity. For there to have been so little interaction for two years, how could Judge Wynn possibly have known Avery well enough to think she'd solve his puzzles?
Third, bits and pieces were left out so continuity was spotty. One non-spoiler example: how and when did Avery, et al, determine that Wilma was Betty?
Fourth, there was so much repetition: Avery's "green eyes, the mother who "gave her life" (as in, gave birth to Avery).
Overall, my ability to suspend disbelief fizzled out early on and I'm sad to be so disappointed.
First of all, the plot was preposterous. Not the part about the genetics and the government secrecy, but the part about Avery and her pals running around being heroes.
Secondly, the convoluted games were quite clever and entertaining, but strained credulity. For there to have been so little interaction for two years, how could Judge Wynn possibly have known Avery well enough to think she'd solve his puzzles?
Third, bits and pieces were left out so continuity was spotty. One non-spoiler example: how and when did Avery, et al, determine that Wilma was Betty?
Fourth, there was so much repetition: Avery's "green eyes, the mother who "gave her life" (as in, gave birth to Avery).
Overall, my ability to suspend disbelief fizzled out early on and I'm sad to be so disappointed.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Toxic relationship, Violence, Murder, Addiction, Medical content, and Islamophobia
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