A review by justagirlwithabook
Scythe by Neal Shusterman

adventurous challenging dark mysterious tense fast-paced

• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Ah, where do I start with this one? Scythe by Neal Shusterman is every bit YA as it ever could be, and historically I tend to rate YAs a bit lower than my usual fair of books, maybe because it all seems so underwhelming and teen characters are still teens and growing into themselves. That being said, this is among the best YAs I've read lately. The premise is a bit morbid, but it speaks to issues that are always of the highest importance: morality, ethics, compassion, and empathy. If you like a fast-paced read and appreciate a tale of good versus evil (and where justice prevails), check it out.