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3.8 AVERAGE
3.8 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-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
Yeah, I know, I'm sorry, ok? I know it would be better if I read it in its original language but unfortunately I don't speak Russian well enough to do that. The story was actually pretty good, the writing felt a little impersonal/bland but it had some lovely metaphors that weren't lost in translation. However, I did feel like it was a slog. It was far too long, with the book spending far too much time on things I don't care about, and then quickly rushing through other parts that were actually interesting. Like the end, for example. I also just felt like it was really hard to follow. Idk maybe I'm just stupid though. But really, it was a really good concept and a good story. Yes. The ending was shit. But maybe that's the point I guess?
This book was part of my goal this year to read different types of fiction. As much as I do have an affection for post apocalyptic fiction, I have never really delved into the realm of science fiction before & I think Metro 2033 definitely combines both of these elements.
Metro 2033 is essentially a hero's journey about Artyom a young man who is conscripted by a mysterious figure to go on a journey throughout the Moscow Metro to the Polis group of stations in order to deliver a message about the horrors of the dark ones that seem to be infiltrating the system.
One of the main criticisms I have of this book is that like in all hero's journey tales, the supplementary characters only use it seems is to help Artyom in one fashion or another and then either die, disappear or sagely give advice by a campfire whilst Artyom is passing through.
The overall plot of this book is an interesting one and it was interesting to view how humans have adapted to living underground for such a long period of time and the groups and social structures that they have adapted to. Humans are social animals and Glukhovsky makes it clear that different interest groups have different priorities and living standards. The map that was located at the front of the book was a good reference, but I recommend to get the most out of the experience to print out a larger map or have a webpage handy for reference as at times multiple stations are referenced and I found the situational reference helpful to my understanding and overall immersion in the novel.
Overall great idea and world creation, but I found at times the characters to be lacking depth.
Metro 2033 is essentially a hero's journey about Artyom a young man who is conscripted by a mysterious figure to go on a journey throughout the Moscow Metro to the Polis group of stations in order to deliver a message about the horrors of the dark ones that seem to be infiltrating the system.
One of the main criticisms I have of this book is that like in all hero's journey tales, the supplementary characters only use it seems is to help Artyom in one fashion or another and then either die, disappear or sagely give advice by a campfire whilst Artyom is passing through.
The overall plot of this book is an interesting one and it was interesting to view how humans have adapted to living underground for such a long period of time and the groups and social structures that they have adapted to. Humans are social animals and Glukhovsky makes it clear that different interest groups have different priorities and living standards. The map that was located at the front of the book was a good reference, but I recommend to get the most out of the experience to print out a larger map or have a webpage handy for reference as at times multiple stations are referenced and I found the situational reference helpful to my understanding and overall immersion in the novel.
Overall great idea and world creation, but I found at times the characters to be lacking depth.
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
dark
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:
No
Non posso scrivere una vera recensione perché ho preferito abbandonarlo.
I presupposti della trama sono magnifici per chiunque ami i post apocalittici ma la scrittura mi risulta terribile.
I presupposti della trama sono magnifici per chiunque ami i post apocalittici ma la scrittura mi risulta terribile.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-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
A great book with a diverse range of characters and an incredibly well-built world.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Death, Racism, Torture, Violence, Xenophobia, Blood, Kidnapping, Mass/school shootings, Death of parent, Murder, War
Minor: Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, Pandemic/Epidemic
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
As a fan of post-apocalyptic series, I wanted to try books in the same style, and Metro 2033 won me over! Artyom's adventures, his fears, his thoughts, his dreams, and the obstacles he encounters keep us on the edge of our seats throughout. I can't wait to read the other two books!
Dmitry Glukhovsky's writing also made me want to read more of his novels.
Dmitry Glukhovsky's writing also made me want to read more of his novels.
Although I find the end incredible and satisfying as the whole book builds up Artoyms views, questions of life, and fears, I struggled to find the build-up interesting until about halfway through.