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A review by destinied
The Island by Adrian McKinty
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
I don’t normally like books where there is this much gore, but I thoroughly enjoyed this. I truly have no idea why, but I believe the fast pace, semi-fantastical storyline, underscored by the off-the-grid type backdrop just did it for me. While some characters behaved a little more dramatically in the story than they (probably) would in real life, I felt the storyline echoed something real. I definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a quick, intense thriller. Perfect for Halloween 🎃
Graphic: Animal death, Xenophobia, Violence, Murder, Confinement, and Torture
Moderate: Rape, Sexual assault, and Child abuse
Minor: Genocide and War