A review by the_library_of_mary
Arch-Conspirator by Veronica Roth

emotional reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This is the second Veronica Roth novella that I have picked up and LOVED. This was a random choice from my library, I was looking for something short to help complete my book goals for the year. I'm so glad I grabbed this!

This is a dystopian retelling of Antigone following our cast of characters navigate the story. I have read the original play and new the plot points that would appear, but still found myself eager to see what would happen in this sci fi setting. Something I really enjoy about her novella length books, is how much characterization and detail she is able to get in with so few words. Everything is intentional and I really love that acknowledge how hard that it. 

The chapters are told in multiple POV's and I loved the tone of every chapter. It felt connected and fluid transitionally, even when swapping between them.  I started this during my lunch break and came home to finish it right away, it was short and satisfying while being retrospective and reflective.