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4.23 AVERAGE
4.23 AVERAGE
4 stelle!
Questo libro mi è piaciuto più del primo. Ho trovato una distribuzione migliore nello spazio ai vari personaggi, andando così ad ampliarli tutti in modo più o meno uguale. Questo forse dovuto al fatto che la trama rimane più statica, ma comunque interessante. I nuovi personaggi introdotti riescono ad inserirsi bene nella narrazione e i colpi di scena, anche se alcuni prevedibili, sono riusciti ad emozionarmi.
Non mi è piaciuto il comportamento del gruppo nei confronti di un membro, ma solo così possono capirsi le preferenze.
Le storie d'amore alcune sono più solide, mentre altre appena accennate possono benissimo evolversi o perdersi nel nulla.
Il finale è davvero fuori di testa... chi ha permesso a questi due di scrivere una cosa del genere?! Voglio nomi e cognomi!
Questo libro mi è piaciuto più del primo. Ho trovato una distribuzione migliore nello spazio ai vari personaggi, andando così ad ampliarli tutti in modo più o meno uguale. Questo forse dovuto al fatto che la trama rimane più statica, ma comunque interessante. I nuovi personaggi introdotti riescono ad inserirsi bene nella narrazione e i colpi di scena, anche se alcuni prevedibili, sono riusciti ad emozionarmi.
Non mi è piaciuto il comportamento del gruppo nei confronti di un membro, ma solo così possono capirsi le preferenze.
Le storie d'amore alcune sono più solide, mentre altre appena accennate possono benissimo evolversi o perdersi nel nulla.
Il finale è davvero fuori di testa... chi ha permesso a questi due di scrivere una cosa del genere?! Voglio nomi e cognomi!
What is happened? Why the book finished in the middle of something?
Thank god I have the next book and don’t have to wait for the end, but honestly dear writers, what did You think when you did this to your fans?
Thank god I have the next book and don’t have to wait for the end, but honestly dear writers, what did You think when you did this to your fans?
Find this review and more on my blog at Worlds Unlike Our Own.
“All of this is unfolding as it was supposed to. The only way out is through.”
Still reeling from the loss of Cat on Octavia III, the remaining members of Squad 312 are in Emerald City trying to sell their ship when they are declared traitors with a massive bounty placed on them by the Aurora Legion. Their narrow escape turns into a desperate race against time as every powerful force in the galaxy is on their tail for one reason or the other, from Kal’s sister Saedii (and an army of Unbroken warriors) to the GIA agents. But Aurora still needs to find the truth behind what happened to her on the Hadfield and how she, as the Trigger, can master her powers to use whatever weapon the Eshvaren left behind and put an end to the Ra’haam once and for all.
So this was a long book with way too much room for potential spoilers, but I’ll do my best. But before that, can we take a minute to appreciate that there is finally have a book that doesn’t assume I remember every single detail of a book I read over a year ago? I really didn’t have the time to reread Aurora Rising so to see what was effectively a concise summary of the book was both a delight and a relief. Did I mention that said summary was narrated by Magellan?
Aurora Burning was definitely better than than the first book, which I had enjoyed, but was not overly impressed with. It was wonderful to see these amazing characters again, and get to know more of their past through the intermittent flashbacks. I was really glad to see that Zila has POV chapters now, and it was great getting to know her backstory after so long. The team has a great dynamic and their constant banter is ever entertaining even as the constant trials they face deepens the bond between them. Saedii, Kal’s sister and a Syldrathi warrior is going to be a character you love to hate – for the time being. Also, was it just me, or was the team’s reaction to the reveal of what Kal’s been hiding seem a little extreme? Shouldn’t they trust him more than that by now? Their actions were absolutely appalling in my opinion, especially in Aurora’s case, as she is probably the only one of the crew whom this secret does not really affect.
As with the first book, I found that the six characters did not have distinct enough voices to keep track of who the narrator with each new chapter. As for Aurora, well there’s no other way to put it, she gets on my nerves. Her deplorable attempts at swearing were downright irritating. For about the first 80% of this book, she is much the same, having vague visions and losing control of her powers at the worst moments possible. And when she’s not doing that, she’s thinking about her relationship with Kal – who is also doing the same thing. It’s quite a pity, because I rather enjoyed Kal’s character in Aurora Rising, and a large part of this book was him mooning over Aurora before we get to the interesting truths of his past.
Lastly, I cannot believe the book just ended there – I seriously thought I’d skipped a couple of pages somewhere! That has to be the most frustrating cliffhanger I’ve read in a while and there’s still a year to go until it’s resolved, but atleast this way, I’m more excited for the finale than I was for this book. Aurora Burning was an action packed space adventure from page one and even if you didn’t like the first book all that much, this is definitely worth a read! Highly recommended!
“All of this is unfolding as it was supposed to. The only way out is through.”
Still reeling from the loss of Cat on Octavia III, the remaining members of Squad 312 are in Emerald City trying to sell their ship when they are declared traitors with a massive bounty placed on them by the Aurora Legion. Their narrow escape turns into a desperate race against time as every powerful force in the galaxy is on their tail for one reason or the other, from Kal’s sister Saedii (and an army of Unbroken warriors) to the GIA agents. But Aurora still needs to find the truth behind what happened to her on the Hadfield and how she, as the Trigger, can master her powers to use whatever weapon the Eshvaren left behind and put an end to the Ra’haam once and for all.
So this was a long book with way too much room for potential spoilers, but I’ll do my best. But before that, can we take a minute to appreciate that there is finally have a book that doesn’t assume I remember every single detail of a book I read over a year ago? I really didn’t have the time to reread Aurora Rising so to see what was effectively a concise summary of the book was both a delight and a relief. Did I mention that said summary was narrated by Magellan?
Aurora Burning was definitely better than than the first book, which I had enjoyed, but was not overly impressed with. It was wonderful to see these amazing characters again, and get to know more of their past through the intermittent flashbacks. I was really glad to see that Zila has POV chapters now, and it was great getting to know her backstory after so long. The team has a great dynamic and their constant banter is ever entertaining even as the constant trials they face deepens the bond between them. Saedii, Kal’s sister and a Syldrathi warrior is going to be a character you love to hate – for the time being. Also, was it just me, or was the team’s reaction to the reveal of what Kal’s been hiding seem a little extreme? Shouldn’t they trust him more than that by now? Their actions were absolutely appalling in my opinion, especially in Aurora’s case, as she is probably the only one of the crew whom this secret does not really affect.
As with the first book, I found that the six characters did not have distinct enough voices to keep track of who the narrator with each new chapter. As for Aurora, well there’s no other way to put it, she gets on my nerves. Her deplorable attempts at swearing were downright irritating. For about the first 80% of this book, she is much the same, having vague visions and losing control of her powers at the worst moments possible. And when she’s not doing that, she’s thinking about her relationship with Kal – who is also doing the same thing. It’s quite a pity, because I rather enjoyed Kal’s character in Aurora Rising, and a large part of this book was him mooning over Aurora before we get to the interesting truths of his past.
Lastly, I cannot believe the book just ended there – I seriously thought I’d skipped a couple of pages somewhere! That has to be the most frustrating cliffhanger I’ve read in a while and there’s still a year to go until it’s resolved, but atleast this way, I’m more excited for the finale than I was for this book. Aurora Burning was an action packed space adventure from page one and even if you didn’t like the first book all that much, this is definitely worth a read! Highly recommended!
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
relaxing
sad
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
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
4.5 stars*
holy mothercustard why would the authors do this to us poor readers? (T . T)
they actually ended the book in a way i never saw coming. why oh whyyy.
i need the third book. like, now. oh my god i need to knowww.
holy mothercustard why would the authors do this to us poor readers? (T . T)
they actually ended the book in a way i never saw coming. why oh whyyy.
i need the third book. like, now. oh my god i need to knowww.
The way this book is written and unfolds feels so out of character for these authors. Usually, Jay and Amie are spot on in pushing the YA norms past melodramatic, tropey teens by creating relatable, authentic characters and crafting well-developed plots/plot lines/plot twists. The SUPER out of character, unrealistic reactions from these characters was so jarring, partially because it's so unexpected from these 2 authors. I'm so disappointed. This had SO much potential. The strange out-of-character reactions and completely unfulfilled potential in the plot are epic letdowns.
*** Mild Potential Spoiler ***
Among other things, I also wanted to mention how frustrating it is the group was so angry with Kal It was a great opportunity to demonstrate how to interact/engage/handle the fact we aren't our parents. It was a missed opportunity to highlight for people struggling with that: that you aren't your past or your family. You make your own choices. Sometimes they are in line with your fam, sometimes they are not - and you should be beholden to the decisions of other people just because they birthed you! How unfair they blamed the decisions of his father on Kal. A seriously missed opportunity to show a really positive, supportive way to react to a person struggling with a complex dilemma. That whole scenario could have been more interesting and authentic - e.g., ofc Kal didn't say anything because he was trying to distance himself from his monstrous father and be someone else. Should he have said something eventually? Yes. But Kal didn't choose who his father is and he shouldn't have been shunned for it. The way this whole scenario was handled felt forced and overdone simply to move the plot forward.
*** Mild Potential Spoiler ***
Among other things, I also wanted to mention how frustrating it is the group was so angry with Kal It was a great opportunity to demonstrate how to interact/engage/handle the fact we aren't our parents. It was a missed opportunity to highlight for people struggling with that: that you aren't your past or your family. You make your own choices. Sometimes they are in line with your fam, sometimes they are not - and you should be beholden to the decisions of other people just because they birthed you! How unfair they blamed the decisions of his father on Kal. A seriously missed opportunity to show a really positive, supportive way to react to a person struggling with a complex dilemma. That whole scenario could have been more interesting and authentic - e.g., ofc Kal didn't say anything because he was trying to distance himself from his monstrous father and be someone else. Should he have said something eventually? Yes. But Kal didn't choose who his father is and he shouldn't have been shunned for it. The way this whole scenario was handled felt forced and overdone simply to move the plot forward.
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-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
That cliffhanger! So cruel. I really enjoyed this follow-up book in the series. There’s a wide array of characters that make up our crew and I really like how every chapter alternates perspectives. The banter amongst them is hilarious as well. This is definitely one of those books that makes you feel like you’re watching a movie unfold in your head. I will say though that the pacing of the story felt a little rushed.