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A review by cgreaderbee
The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness
4.0
At this point, I’ve come to expect the unexpected from Ness. His books can vary widely, in voice & feel & subject/genre. KNIFE is no different.
Admittedly, the intensity of Todd’s narrating voice may be jarring or off-putting for some. But for a boy grown in a world where men’s thoughts are on 24/7 broadcast in the form of “noise,” it made a lot of sense being so immersed in Todd’s head. It felt very true to his character, and this world.
Speaking of, Ness’ worlds & what-if concepts are as captivating as they are disturbing at times. I have a feeling this is going to continue to be a strong & moving trilogy. Add that with one of the most devastating character deaths in all my years of reading (seriously. I was like … wait wut?? *SOB*), and you have a (audio)book I would recommend to anyone who can handle a little pain.
Admittedly, the intensity of Todd’s narrating voice may be jarring or off-putting for some. But for a boy grown in a world where men’s thoughts are on 24/7 broadcast in the form of “noise,” it made a lot of sense being so immersed in Todd’s head. It felt very true to his character, and this world.
Speaking of, Ness’ worlds & what-if concepts are as captivating as they are disturbing at times. I have a feeling this is going to continue to be a strong & moving trilogy. Add that with one of the most devastating character deaths in all my years of reading (seriously. I was like … wait wut?? *SOB*), and you have a (audio)book I would recommend to anyone who can handle a little pain.