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jaimarie's review against another edition
4.0
Before chapter 21: 4 stars. After chapter 21: 5 stars! I was having trouble getting into this story at the beginning because it felt like it was a lot of background but no plot, like a Harry Potter without Voldermort or bad guys, just kids getting to know their powers and new school. When I reached chapter 21 everything changed, I couldn't put the book down, and I fell in love with the characters!!! Also, I'm so happy that a familiar face is a secondary character and we get to see him a lot. This series has a lot of promise, and I can't wait to read the next books! I would say 4.5 stars overall since it really captivated me halfway through. 100% recommend it if you are a fan of the I am Number Four series.
thepetitepunk's review against another edition
5.0
So I've been putting off reading Generation One for FOREVER. I don't really have a good reason except that Lorien Legacies is my favorite series. I think I've been reading it since around the time The Rise of Nine came out, and I've been reading all the other books in the series the day they each came out. Trust me, I've been very committed.
However, when Generation One came out, I just could not get into it at first. Maybe I was worried that my favorite series had been going on for so long that a spin off series was going to ruin it. Maybe I just really missed the original characters. Who knows. Finally though, a year(!) later, I missed the Garde so much I forced myself to push through.
I was not expecting Generation One to be this good.
For long time Lorien Legacies fans, it might take awhile to get into the book. Most of the characters are new (except I was super excited to see Nine again), and because they're all humans first discovering their legacies, it gives the series a whole new feel. It's definitely not bad—just different. There are six main characters and even though they're not all likable at first, I loved them all by the end of the book (shoutout to Taylor, Nigel, and Caleb for being my favorites). Some of the legacies mentioned are pretty well known (like telekinesis and healing) but there are a few cool ones that haven't been discovered until now. There's actually a pretty interesting focus on the interaction between legacies and mental health, especially through Ran and Caleb. Lorien Legacies Reborn is definitely a different series, but it has the same action, emotion, and intriguing characters as the original series.
Again, I wasn't expecting too much from Generation One but I was pleasantly surprised. I'm looking forward to reading book two.
However, when Generation One came out, I just could not get into it at first. Maybe I was worried that my favorite series had been going on for so long that a spin off series was going to ruin it. Maybe I just really missed the original characters. Who knows. Finally though, a year(!) later, I missed the Garde so much I forced myself to push through.
I was not expecting Generation One to be this good.
For long time Lorien Legacies fans, it might take awhile to get into the book. Most of the characters are new (except I was super excited to see Nine again), and because they're all humans first discovering their legacies, it gives the series a whole new feel. It's definitely not bad—just different. There are six main characters and even though they're not all likable at first, I loved them all by the end of the book (shoutout to Taylor, Nigel, and Caleb for being my favorites). Some of the legacies mentioned are pretty well known (like telekinesis and healing) but there are a few cool ones that haven't been discovered until now. There's actually a pretty interesting focus on the interaction between legacies and mental health, especially through Ran and Caleb. Lorien Legacies Reborn is definitely a different series, but it has the same action, emotion, and intriguing characters as the original series.
Again, I wasn't expecting too much from Generation One but I was pleasantly surprised. I'm looking forward to reading book two.
iyaa's review against another edition
5.0
I looved this book. The characters, the plot, basically everything was so on point. I can't wait to read the next book!
ibumble's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
imogen_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
In Generation One, Pittacus Lore has done it again. Continuing from where his Lorien Legacies left off after the invasion, Generation One follows six humans as they develop legacies, are taken from their homes and start schooling in a specialised academy.
Now, you don't need to have read the Lorien Legacies to enjoy this book. It's been so long since I forgot many of the events in the last novel of the series United As One, nor have I read The Lost Files. Some of the events are referred to, and there are appearances from characters of the other series, so it may increase your enjoyment. But Generation One outlines enough that you can keep up.
I love this story and the universe Lore has created so much that it's hard to explain why. The characters are complex and loveable, and it's got a good heroic story that often puts you on edge. You can feel the characters being pushed to the limits. It's a classic superhero feeling. But Generation One, especially, doesn't paint the world in a righteous black and white. At points, it asks you to question whether the 'good guys' are actually good. Are they acting from a place of control and exploitation? Following multiple characters, you can understand their motivation to fight. Seeing battles through their eyes shows you their discomfort with the brutality of the fight and what keeps them going. The book was captivating as a whole, though it was a bit of a rough start for me.
As we know, at the beginning of a story, there is a lot of ground to cover to set the scene. With six characters spread across the globe, I felt lost for the first few chapters of Generation One. Jumping from perspective to perspective every chapter, without any connection between them, made it a bit hard to follow. By about eighty pages in, I was convinced there were at least ten main characters we were going to follow. I had to continue flicking back and forth between chapters, trying to connect names to events so that I could keep everything straight in my head. It made me reminiscent of the different fonts used for different character perspectives, which Lore has used before to help keep track. Let's say I was glad when everyone came together.
I don't like recommending books; I think vibe goes a long way in whether someone enjoys a novel or show. But Pittacus Lore has always been in my top recommendations if you like action and sci-fi. Generation One doesn't change that. You might need a bit of patience while the story is set up, but once it gets going, man, it's exciting. I'm looking forward to reading the next books in the series and might even have to go back to reread Lorien Legacies.
Now, you don't need to have read the Lorien Legacies to enjoy this book. It's been so long since I forgot many of the events in the last novel of the series United As One, nor have I read The Lost Files. Some of the events are referred to, and there are appearances from characters of the other series, so it may increase your enjoyment. But Generation One outlines enough that you can keep up.
I love this story and the universe Lore has created so much that it's hard to explain why. The characters are complex and loveable, and it's got a good heroic story that often puts you on edge. You can feel the characters being pushed to the limits. It's a classic superhero feeling. But Generation One, especially, doesn't paint the world in a righteous black and white. At points, it asks you to question whether the 'good guys' are actually good. Are they acting from a place of control and exploitation? Following multiple characters, you can understand their motivation to fight. Seeing battles through their eyes shows you their discomfort with the brutality of the fight and what keeps them going. The book was captivating as a whole, though it was a bit of a rough start for me.
As we know, at the beginning of a story, there is a lot of ground to cover to set the scene. With six characters spread across the globe, I felt lost for the first few chapters of Generation One. Jumping from perspective to perspective every chapter, without any connection between them, made it a bit hard to follow. By about eighty pages in, I was convinced there were at least ten main characters we were going to follow. I had to continue flicking back and forth between chapters, trying to connect names to events so that I could keep everything straight in my head. It made me reminiscent of the different fonts used for different character perspectives, which Lore has used before to help keep track. Let's say I was glad when everyone came together.
I don't like recommending books; I think vibe goes a long way in whether someone enjoys a novel or show. But Pittacus Lore has always been in my top recommendations if you like action and sci-fi. Generation One doesn't change that. You might need a bit of patience while the story is set up, but once it gets going, man, it's exciting. I'm looking forward to reading the next books in the series and might even have to go back to reread Lorien Legacies.
jaimie118's review against another edition
4.0
This sounds great!
Wait a second. I seriously have to read 7 books *before* I can read it?! Daunting prospect...
Wait a second. I seriously have to read 7 books *before* I can read it?! Daunting prospect...
eyleen's review against another edition
4.0
While (especially the first half of) this book was very enjoyable and entertaining, it was not as good as the original series.
I think they should have included much more from the original Garde. I missed them!
In the beginning I thought I could connect with the new characters in the way I connected with the Garde, but in the end they fell a bit flat. I think there were just too many people being introduced at once in this book.
Also the plot was kind of meh compared to the original series.
It was still great to be back in the Loric world and I'll definitely read on.
I think they should have included much more from the original Garde. I missed them!
In the beginning I thought I could connect with the new characters in the way I connected with the Garde, but in the end they fell a bit flat. I think there were just too many people being introduced at once in this book.
Also the plot was kind of meh compared to the original series.
It was still great to be back in the Loric world and I'll definitely read on.
kimball_hansen's review against another edition
4.0
So glad this series is back again. Pittacus did a terrific job of giving us new content and expounding the story line/going off into a tangent instead of just regurgitating the same ol' stuff like some authors do. I wonder at what point he decided to continue those story/go off into the tangent.
Minor complaints:
I wish the author had given more backstory because it's been a few years since I finished United as One. So I was unfamiliar with a few things. He was severely lacking in the details department. So there are still Mogs around? What happened to Six and Seven or Adam? I bet Five will come back somehow and be a bad guy again.
All these POVs are hard to keep track of. But I did like that we get to see what it's like for the humans to become the Garde. This was a good story but was a little hard to follow in parts, maybe because I was too busy concentrating on Plablo. It was fun to listen to a book agian while playing so I can cement memories of the story as I am wont to do.
Minor complaints:
I wish the author had given more backstory because it's been a few years since I finished United as One. So I was unfamiliar with a few things. He was severely lacking in the details department. So there are still Mogs around? What happened to Six and Seven or Adam? I bet Five will come back somehow and be a bad guy again.
All these POVs are hard to keep track of. But I did like that we get to see what it's like for the humans to become the Garde. This was a good story but was a little hard to follow in parts, maybe because I was too busy concentrating on Plablo. It was fun to listen to a book agian while playing so I can cement memories of the story as I am wont to do.