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connorfrankss's review against another edition
3.0
(3.5) If it hadn't been for the first 1/4 of this book, it would have been a solid 4 stars. The book began so slow, it was boring and I didn't think I was going to like it. But, as the story developed it picked up pace and was an amazing story.
I like the use of time travel in this book and the fact that the global apocalypse wasn't zombies but was a gama cloud, I thought this was unique as most apocalyptic books are cliche with zombies. Also, the writing was good and the gruesome, violent descriptions while disturbing in places added to the story.
The only fault I can say about it is that some of the characters weren't as developed as they could have been and there were a few minor plotholes eg. the carving in the tunnel. While these weren't necessary I think they could have added to the story.
Overall, I really enjoyed it and am interested in reading other books by Reilly.
I like the use of time travel in this book and the fact that the global apocalypse wasn't zombies but was a gama cloud, I thought this was unique as most apocalyptic books are cliche with zombies. Also, the writing was good and the gruesome, violent descriptions while disturbing in places added to the story.
The only fault I can say about it is that some of the characters weren't as developed as they could have been and there were a few minor plotholes eg. the carving in the tunnel. While these weren't necessary I think they could have added to the story.
Overall, I really enjoyed it and am interested in reading other books by Reilly.
kaitlyn_gould's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
lachlan_steele's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
adcoleman's review
3.0
An enjoyable YA sci-fi premise on time travel. Overall a really easy read, and a few good twists. But just didn’t blow me away. Would still recommend for an easy fantasy read & was enjoyable.
andrealoverke's review
4.0
The Reilly action as we know it. But this time without the artefact hunting. Still a good read though.
alekscanard's review
5.0
While I think that Reilly's early chapters focusing on wealthy high school drama could've benefitted from him binging Gossip Girl's first two seasons, the time travel portions are tense, and there are definitely unexpected twists. Much like The Tournament, this novel is a gripping departure from Reilly's regular heroes and is well worth the quick read.
michaeldonald's review
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
medusalevi's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Imagine high school drama with rich kids, end of the world events, time travel, family relationships, back stabbing, lies and happy endings.