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A review by halcyonuncoil
Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card
5.0
I first read this book in high school as part of a class assignment. I expected to do the usual thing and skim the first chapter or two to get the gist of the story and then write some nonsense so the teacher would accept it.
Instead I was riveted.
I don't love Orson Scott Card- mostly for personal policies he's funded- but he is a really really good writer, and this book reflects that.
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Cons: unrealistic 6 year old, very vague descriptions of 'buggers', somewhat emotionless MC, unnecessary bullying
Pro: Politics from little not-yet-teenagers, intelligent and creative MC, the Game (you know the one), that ENDING THO, character development, Bean
Instead I was riveted.
I don't love Orson Scott Card- mostly for personal policies he's funded- but he is a really really good writer, and this book reflects that.
-
Cons: unrealistic 6 year old, very vague descriptions of 'buggers', somewhat emotionless MC, unnecessary bullying
Pro: Politics from little not-yet-teenagers, intelligent and creative MC, the Game (you know the one), that ENDING THO, character development, Bean