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I remember liking the book, but it's been so long since I read it, that this review will be pretty short. (Always get that review up while the book is fresh in your mind!)
The characters were likeable, and the humour was funny (occasionally), the story wasn't too engaging with me thoough. It's not a bad book, but it is pretty average.
As said, the characters are likeable, but I didn't feel like they were fleshed out. We see a little into Murphy's thinking and we learn a lot about Joy's past, but learning someones backstory isn't the same as fleshing them out.
The humour was hit and miss. Sometimes it gave me a little chuckle and other times it would fly over my head. At least the book didn't make me cringe (that I remember).
Now the story. This is probably where it let me down the most. There are some twists and turns. but it all feels a little cliche to me. Maybe I've read this kind of story too many times, of Heaven vs Hell and unexpectedly *feign shock* the bad guy is an Angel... I guess I was hoping for something different this time round and with my expectations not met, it was a little bit of a let down.
In the end, it was still a good read, I never fell like DNFing, but if you asked me if you should read it? I would shrug my shoulders... maybe worth a read if you want something small and easy to read.
The characters were likeable, and the humour was funny (occasionally), the story wasn't too engaging with me thoough. It's not a bad book, but it is pretty average.
As said, the characters are likeable, but I didn't feel like they were fleshed out. We see a little into Murphy's thinking and we learn a lot about Joy's past, but learning someones backstory isn't the same as fleshing them out.
The humour was hit and miss. Sometimes it gave me a little chuckle and other times it would fly over my head. At least the book didn't make me cringe (that I remember).
Now the story. This is probably where it let me down the most. There are some twists and turns. but it all feels a little cliche to me. Maybe I've read this kind of story too many times, of Heaven vs Hell and unexpectedly *feign shock* the bad guy is an Angel... I guess I was hoping for something different this time round and with my expectations not met, it was a little bit of a let down.
In the end, it was still a good read, I never fell like DNFing, but if you asked me if you should read it? I would shrug my shoulders... maybe worth a read if you want something small and easy to read.
Full Disclosure: I've not read this exact volume, but I've read all the issues in the volume (and plan on buying the physical book, soon as i find it)
I love interesting post apocalyptic settings, especially ones with a mystery behind what happened, and doubly so for settings so far in the future, where new cultures and belief systems have developed.
It's like a while new world, and Jeff Lemire had never disappointed me with his world building.
Can't wait for more issues! I need to know what is being the Trench! Who are the Snowmen? And what did their father find when he was young?
I love interesting post apocalyptic settings, especially ones with a mystery behind what happened, and doubly so for settings so far in the future, where new cultures and belief systems have developed.
It's like a while new world, and Jeff Lemire had never disappointed me with his world building.
Can't wait for more issues! I need to know what is being the Trench! Who are the Snowmen? And what did their father find when he was young?
Loved this anthology, I don't think there was a single story that I disliked. Sure there were some that were forgettable, but none that I wanted to skip.
Saying that, I have my favourites!
Yuli
A Whisper of Blue
Habitat
The Exile
A Final Knight to Her Love and Foe
Cut Me Another Quill, Mister Fitz
Hoard
The Last Hunt
Dragon Slayer
We Don't About The Dragon
Maybe Just Go Up There And Talk To It.
Saying that, I have my favourites!
Yuli
A Whisper of Blue
Habitat
The Exile
A Final Knight to Her Love and Foe
Cut Me Another Quill, Mister Fitz
Hoard
The Last Hunt
Dragon Slayer
We Don't About The Dragon
Maybe Just Go Up There And Talk To It.
This is a hard one to review. I liked the writing, and the story concept was really intriguing. What starts as a simple "let's get my brother's soul back in his body" escalates really quickly to... well without spoiling anything, it reeaaally gets out of hand, but without losing its believability. The story kept me interested, wondering how much worse it could get and how they're going to fix this
However, there were a number of graphic scenes that I just didn't enjoy. Maybe it's because I wasn't prepared for them, and didn't think it would be that kind of writing, but it was too much (especially the part where everyone is throwing up... You really don't need to spend a whole page or two talking about it and the smell).
But ye... I liked it, but there were parts I could have done without.
However, there were a number of graphic scenes that I just didn't enjoy. Maybe it's because I wasn't prepared for them, and didn't think it would be that kind of writing, but it was too much (especially the part where everyone is throwing up... You really don't need to spend a whole page or two talking about it and the smell).
But ye... I liked it, but there were parts I could have done without.
So satisfied and happy after finishing the book. Like if I've just eaten an amazing feast and can happily sleep tonight.
It shows us you can have powerful characters, without swinging weapons or throwing punches. True sacrifice is hard, and choice is important.
Lastly, I knew the romance would be good (Jasmine Throne showed me the authors talent at that already), yet I was still overwhelmed and loved every page of it.
Such an emotional read, and a vast range of emotions too.
Onto the next one time... while I wait for The Oleander Sword to come out.
It shows us you can have powerful characters, without swinging weapons or throwing punches. True sacrifice is hard, and choice is important.
Lastly, I knew the romance would be good (Jasmine Throne showed me the authors talent at that already), yet I was still overwhelmed and loved every page of it.
Such an emotional read, and a vast range of emotions too.
Onto the next one time... while I wait for The Oleander Sword to come out.
It's a little unfair to read and review this book after the pandemic we just had, especially considering this book is about a flu-like virus that almost eradicates the entire human population, but even despite that, I still thoroughly enjoyed it.
I really liked the premise of robot mothers raising kids, and being all motherly and protective over them with their incredibly lethal lasers. And going into the book, I made the assumption that mosst of the book would take place after the eradication of humanity... this was not the case. Instead what we have are two stories being told simultaneously, one in the past as the virus begins to spread, and one in the present, as the children survive in the wastelands with their mother robots.
There's mixed feelings about this. On the hand, I really didn't need to read about how they tried to fight the virus that we know they won't win against. At the same time, learning about these characters gave more emotional meaning to some events later in the book. Maybe it could have been handled better? We know they won't beat the virus, and it was interesting to learn how the Mother Code projject came to be... but we didn't need half the book to learn this. More time could've been spent showing us how the children grew up, with all of the pastevents shown to us as the characters learn it themselves. As it was, the majority of the story with the children consisted of hiding in a cave from sandstorms, and then being confused at a warehouse.
There is a lot of potential here, and even though I enjoyed it and gave it 4 stars, it is really closer to 3.5 stars. The story is lovely, but I would have done it differently.
I really liked the premise of robot mothers raising kids, and being all motherly and protective over them with their incredibly lethal lasers. And going into the book, I made the assumption that mosst of the book would take place after the eradication of humanity... this was not the case. Instead what we have are two stories being told simultaneously, one in the past as the virus begins to spread, and one in the present, as the children survive in the wastelands with their mother robots.
There's mixed feelings about this. On the hand, I really didn't need to read about how they tried to fight the virus that we know they won't win against. At the same time, learning about these characters gave more emotional meaning to some events later in the book. Maybe it could have been handled better? We know they won't beat the virus, and it was interesting to learn how the Mother Code projject came to be... but we didn't need half the book to learn this. More time could've been spent showing us how the children grew up, with all of the pastevents shown to us as the characters learn it themselves. As it was, the majority of the story with the children consisted of hiding in a cave from sandstorms, and then being confused at a warehouse.
There is a lot of potential here, and even though I enjoyed it and gave it 4 stars, it is really closer to 3.5 stars. The story is lovely, but I would have done it differently.
Yes! This is exactly what I needed after reading so many emotional books - awesome, beautiful books... but there's only so much I can take before I need to read a popcorn book (or as some refer to as, a 'doritos book'... curious if other people have similar terms, anyway I'm getting distracted here).
From the start we are introduced to Brittle as she scavenges for parts, and it doesn't take long for us to jump into a thrilling chase scene full of action! Love it!
What made me give this 5 stars though, is that it isn't just incredible action scenes, but there are some pretty good philosophical thoughts thrown in too. There are also some chapters dotted around telling us the story of how robots rose to power and exterminated the human race, right up to the point of the last man on earth. The idea behind what is true intelligence, is asked around a lot, with different answers from different AI's. The relationships between AI and Humans is very interesting, and the effects that has had on our characters.
Very good writing here, and I highly recommend it. I will be reading more from C. Robert Cargill for sure!
From the start we are introduced to Brittle as she scavenges for parts, and it doesn't take long for us to jump into a thrilling chase scene full of action! Love it!
What made me give this 5 stars though, is that it isn't just incredible action scenes, but there are some pretty good philosophical thoughts thrown in too. There are also some chapters dotted around telling us the story of how robots rose to power and exterminated the human race, right up to the point of the last man on earth. The idea behind what is true intelligence, is asked around a lot, with different answers from different AI's. The relationships between AI and Humans is very interesting, and the effects that has had on our characters.
Very good writing here, and I highly recommend it. I will be reading more from C. Robert Cargill for sure!
Absolutely loved my time reading this. It's low fantasy, with no magic anywhere, and (unless I'm mistaken) inspired by saxon and norse culture.
Teyr is trying to do good for the clans of the circle by uniting them with a road that runs through. Creating safe trade and unity across the land. The warlord Khiese also wants to unite the clans, but under a bloody fist.
For a book full of thrilling action, tense moments, and violence, there are also heartbreaking scenes, and bittersweet moments.
Highly recommend the book, and will probably read it again at some point.
Teyr is trying to do good for the clans of the circle by uniting them with a road that runs through. Creating safe trade and unity across the land. The warlord Khiese also wants to unite the clans, but under a bloody fist.
For a book full of thrilling action, tense moments, and violence, there are also heartbreaking scenes, and bittersweet moments.
Highly recommend the book, and will probably read it again at some point.
Has been so long since I've read Monstress, I wouldn't remember what's happening, but as I started, it all came flooding back.
Everything is building up to something huge, something that will eclipse the petty war that's been brewing since the start.
Was also cool to learn more about Halfwolfs past, her family, and her father.
Everything is building up to something huge, something that will eclipse the petty war that's been brewing since the start.
Was also cool to learn more about Halfwolfs past, her family, and her father.
DNF: 54%. Although every story has been intriguing, they were all pretty grim. People weren't kidding about the body horror, and gruesomeness of the stories.
I really want to finish the book, but I'm not in the mood for it at the moment, will return at a later time... hopefully.
I really want to finish the book, but I'm not in the mood for it at the moment, will return at a later time... hopefully.