A review by lucashearn1
Shift by Hugh Howey

dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I’m actually so impressed by how good this was. I really liked the first book, so I was worried this wouldn’t live up to it, but I honestly think I like this one more. There’s a reduction in describing people going up and down stairs, which is a huge bonus for me. I know it fits in pretty heavily with the plot but after the 15th time in the first novel I was getting a little tired of it.

I’m not usually a huge fan on “prequel” stuff, but this was really well done and super engaging. I love how it all wrapped into the first book towards the end. 

Overall, highly recommend, I look forward to reading Dust.