A review by madswritess
The Atlas Complex by Olivie Blake

slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

It feels harsh to give this book such a low rating, especially considering how much I enjoyed reading the first book in this series. Everything I loved about it, though, feels and falls flat here. On one hand, I definitely enjoyed some parts, the beginning, mostly—that is, apart from the perspectives outside the central six, which completely eliminated any sense of mystery for me. On another, I ultimately walked away feeling disappointed (which, I guess, you could argue is part of the book's point??). Nonetheless, I can't help but feel this book had so much potential, potential it was unable to reach.