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A review by nicolet2018
Delirium Stories: Hana, Annabel, and Raven by Lauren Oliver
3.0
I read Delirium and Pandemonium quite a while ago. I was not sure what to pick up next so this seemed like a good filler.
This collection is basically three short stories from characters in the world of Delirium. I will rate and review the stories individually.
Hana
2.5/5 stars
Generally this was not anything new as the reader hears a condensed version from the main storyline. But this did fill in the blanks as to what was going on in Hana's mind and why she chose to rebel. There is also a scene where she meets with Lena and Alex that occurred in the first book. You will get an all around perspective from reading this story along with Delirium as that is from Lena's pov. I did not really like this as the style of writing seemed too ambitious. Like trying to impress too badly.
Annabel
3/5 stars
This one is about Lena's mother, Annabel. It jumps from her past to her present. Her past showing how the world was like just as the government was introducing the Cure to the people. It also documents how she met Lena's father. Which was actually pretty cute. The present illustrates the days leading up to her escape from the Crypt, the facility she has been imprisoned in for many years. Life has been stolen away from her. Tortured and treated with the barest human decency, she longs for the day where she can see open sky again. I liked this one but it was sad.
Raven
3/5 stars
Another eye opener to a strong character in the series. It shows her past, joining the homestead in the Wilds and how she met Tack "Michael". It was nice to see how she loves him and has hopes of leaving the resistance to start a life away from everything. The secret ways they show their love for each other made me smile. The biggest surprise, which I actually guessed when the story started was pleasant but sad in a way.
Overall this compilation is satisfying but not outstanding. Good for a quick afternoon read to learn more about the world of Delirium and it's characters. But not a must read.
This collection is basically three short stories from characters in the world of Delirium. I will rate and review the stories individually.
Hana
2.5/5 stars
Generally this was not anything new as the reader hears a condensed version from the main storyline. But this did fill in the blanks as to what was going on in Hana's mind and why she chose to rebel. There is also a scene where she meets with Lena and Alex that occurred in the first book. You will get an all around perspective from reading this story along with Delirium as that is from Lena's pov. I did not really like this as the style of writing seemed too ambitious. Like trying to impress too badly.
Annabel
3/5 stars
This one is about Lena's mother, Annabel. It jumps from her past to her present. Her past showing how the world was like just as the government was introducing the Cure to the people. It also documents how she met Lena's father. Which was actually pretty cute. The present illustrates the days leading up to her escape from the Crypt, the facility she has been imprisoned in for many years. Life has been stolen away from her. Tortured and treated with the barest human decency, she longs for the day where she can see open sky again. I liked this one but it was sad.
Raven
3/5 stars
Another eye opener to a strong character in the series. It shows her past, joining the homestead in the Wilds and how she met Tack "Michael". It was nice to see how she loves him and has hopes of leaving the resistance to start a life away from everything. The secret ways they show their love for each other made me smile. The biggest surprise, which I actually guessed when the story started was pleasant but sad in a way.
Overall this compilation is satisfying but not outstanding. Good for a quick afternoon read to learn more about the world of Delirium and it's characters. But not a must read.