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zinelib's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
This is a fun, Matrixy, romancey, Wargamesy read about an orphaned teen bounty hunter and a tech billionaire in virtual worlds and IRL. And the end: total surprise to me, even if, upon further reflection, it feels implausible.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
molliford's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Violence
Moderate: Addiction, Grief, and Alcoholism
Minor: Abandonment
rafacolog's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping, Death of parent, Violence, Grief, and Addiction
jenny_bean_reads's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
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? It's complicated
5.0
I received this from our book club's white elephant book basket exchange, and I am so glad I did! Intriguing from the start, the story sucked me in almost immediately.
It has been awhile since a book grabbed me this way, and I read it in less than a day. The strong MFC and the intersection of technology and real life were a huge plus. I enjoyed the dash of romance that in no way hurt the plot of the story, if anything it added an extra tinge of what the main characters were experiencing by the end.
I also enjoyed exploring the relationship humans have with technology. The observations of what humans are willing to give up in favor of ease of use or lack of desire to make a change were spot f&*+ing on.
If you enjoy sci-fi bad assery, mystery, sexy peeps, and complex moral questions, you will enjoy this book.
It has been awhile since a book grabbed me this way, and I read it in less than a day. The strong MFC and the intersection of technology and real life were a huge plus. I enjoyed the dash of romance that in no way hurt the plot of the story, if anything it added an extra tinge of what the main characters were experiencing by the end.
I also enjoyed exploring the relationship humans have with technology. The observations of what humans are willing to give up in favor of ease of use or lack of desire to make a change were spot f&*+ing on.
If you enjoy sci-fi bad assery, mystery, sexy peeps, and complex moral questions, you will enjoy this book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Kidnapping
gracelang_09's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Death of parent
Minor: Addiction and Abandonment
discogecko's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Stalking and Violence
Minor: Abandonment and Kidnapping
laurenevlyn's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
This book had been on my radar for over a year at this point, but for some reason I never got around to reading it until now. What a mistake on my part because Warcross was such a fun read! I was thoroughly immersed in the world of Warcross the entire time I was reading, and though I basically spoiled every part of the book for myself (way to go Lauren), I really enjoyed it. Definitely pick this up if you’re looking for a fun, fast-paced, and futuristic story that will capture all your attention from beginning to end. I can’t wait to read Wildcard next!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Gun violence
Moderate: Terminal illness, Death of parent, Death, Bullying, Addiction, and Abandonment
Minor: Kidnapping, Sexual content, and Murder
takarakei's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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? It's complicated
3.75
Super fun audiobook, the narrator is great!
I'd describe this book as like a more diverse YA Ready Player One set in Tokyo.
I was a bit weirded out by Emika and Hideo's relationship because I don't really remember them saying how old he was, but I feel like he must have been at least close to 30?? and she is 18.
Will be reading/listening to the sequel.
I'd describe this book as like a more diverse YA Ready Player One set in Tokyo.
Will be reading/listening to the sequel.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Grief
Moderate: Violence, Cursing, and Injury/Injury detail
I don't know why anyone is adding rape as a TW unless I missed something. It is only mentioned in passing once at the end of the book in a way that is just like "we live in a world where rape happens"dododenise's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Fantastic! Marie Lu is just a master of dystopia!
This book was so much fun. It had everything that I love about dystopia and it was masterfully executed. It was thrilling, exciting, and thought provoking. The plot just kept me going. Even though I saw quite a few of the twists coming, it didn’t stop me from being invested.
Emika goes through some wonderful development. Usually I heavily depend on some strong side characters, but this book is very much a solo show for Emika. However, I liked her so much and everything about the book was so good that it didn’t bother me at all.
I’m definitely going to read the second book as well!
This book was so much fun. It had everything that I love about dystopia and it was masterfully executed. It was thrilling, exciting, and thought provoking. The plot just kept me going. Even though I saw quite a few of the twists coming, it didn’t stop me from being invested.
Emika goes through some wonderful development. Usually I heavily depend on some strong side characters, but this book is very much a solo show for Emika. However, I liked her so much and everything about the book was so good that it didn’t bother me at all.
I’m definitely going to read the second book as well!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Violence
Moderate: Addiction and Kidnapping
mellysay's review
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Hmm it’s not the best book I’ve read but it’s not the worst either. A pretty decent book, lighthearted in its own way.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Grief, Kidnapping, Medical content, and Violence
Minor: Addiction and Chronic illness