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A review by daphrose
Starclimber by Kenneth Oppel
4.0
Kenneth Oppel is always a treat. I’ll admit that as a college-aged female, I am not the prime audience for this book. But I’m a sucker for good, simple steampunk-esque stories. I loved this book just as much as the previous two! All the great points of the trilogy continue: fascinating and well-developed characters, stunning world-building, enthralling descriptions of contraptions and creatures you’ve never seen, and, of course, breath-taking, edge-of-your-seat action, adventure, and suspense. Just when you think you know what will happen, the plot twists in a beautiful way. It’s just plain good writing. I will need to pick up more of Oppel’s books next time I have some money to spend.
The subtraction of a star is for the character of Kate. She is insufferable in this book, and watching Matt endlessly pine for someone who causes him both emotional and physical harm was frustrating. She is selfish, manipulative, and arrogant. She is not a bad character in the least, but she is a dreadful love interest. To the young men who read this book: you can do better than someone like Kate! You do not have to stay with someone who is so flaky and inconsiderate of your well-being! I was greatly relieved when the focus of the book shifted back to adventure and away from the romance. It wasn’t enough to ruin my experience, but like Matt, I felt real hate for Kate at times and wondered why he would ever want to stay with her.
Regardless, it is a great book, as always. It is a joy to get lost in this wonderful world, Matt’s world. If you’re a fan of steampunk/sci-fi/space adventures pumped full of action and excitement, you’ll love this one. Highly recommend.
The subtraction of a star is for the character of Kate. She is insufferable in this book, and watching Matt endlessly pine for someone who causes him both emotional and physical harm was frustrating. She is selfish, manipulative, and arrogant. She is not a bad character in the least, but she is a dreadful love interest. To the young men who read this book: you can do better than someone like Kate! You do not have to stay with someone who is so flaky and inconsiderate of your well-being! I was greatly relieved when the focus of the book shifted back to adventure and away from the romance. It wasn’t enough to ruin my experience, but like Matt, I felt real hate for Kate at times and wondered why he would ever want to stay with her.
Regardless, it is a great book, as always. It is a joy to get lost in this wonderful world, Matt’s world. If you’re a fan of steampunk/sci-fi/space adventures pumped full of action and excitement, you’ll love this one. Highly recommend.