Lauren
To be completely honest, I had no idea what this book was about past that I took place in space and followed a man who had no memory as to how he ended up in space alone. I think that’s really as much as you want to know going into this book, because knowing more kind of gives away the plot.
In the spirit of keeping this review as vague as possible in this first part, I like this book overall. It is non-liner but very easy to follow. Half of the chapters follow Ryland in space, and the other half shows the events leading up to that event. While this is a sci-fi and the science is important, it’s explained plainly enough that even if you don’t fully understand the science, it all makes sense enough for the story to progress. I found Ryland to be a really interesting character. The reason for the subtraction of .5 stars is due to one event I cannot mention here for spoiler reasons, and there was a small section of chapter that kind of dragged (maybe 4-5; I didn’t keep count).
My more spoiler-y thoughts are below
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I’m obsessed with Rocky. I think I would do anything for him, which is saying something because I am terrified of spiders. I never would have been brave enough to befriend him, but I adore him and he really made the book. I don’t think this book would be half as enjoyable without him.
Unfortunately, names don’t stick with me in books, and I had to return this book to the library before I got around to writing my review, but o was really disappointed with how everything went down with the main scientist lady that recruited Ryland. Don’t get me wrong, I actually do believe she would keep him on standby and at the ready in case he was needed, but not only were her actions heinous (I know Ryland said he was a loner but surely there had to be SOMEONE panicking about his absence and lack of good-bye), but Ryland was nearly angry enough about it. He was lied to, drugged, and denied any last conversations with those he cared about (including those on the mission). He was forced to sacrifice his life DESPITE SAYING NO. Yes, yes, “for the greater good,” but that never pans out. Instead his rights and consent were violated, and the angriest he got was wanting to show up and make her face her actions. I just think that warrants a bigger reaction. I was horrified and disgusted, and Ryland moved on so fast (again, I know, dire situation, but you can try to save humanity, maybe yourself, and be pissed at the same time.)
To be completely honest, I had no idea what this book was about past that I took place in space and followed a man who had no memory as to how he ended up in space alone. I think that’s really as much as you want to know going into this book, because knowing more kind of gives away the plot.
In the spirit of keeping this review as vague as possible in this first part, I like this book overall. It is non-liner but very easy to follow. Half of the chapters follow Ryland in space, and the other half shows the events leading up to that event. While this is a sci-fi and the science is important, it’s explained plainly enough that even if you don’t fully understand the science, it all makes sense enough for the story to progress. I found Ryland to be a really interesting character. The reason for the subtraction of .5 stars is due to one event I cannot mention here for spoiler reasons, and there was a small section of chapter that kind of dragged (maybe 4-5; I didn’t keep count).
My more spoiler-y thoughts are below
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I’m obsessed with Rocky. I think I would do anything for him, which is saying something because I am terrified of spiders. I never would have been brave enough to befriend him, but I adore him and he really made the book. I don’t think this book would be half as enjoyable without him.
Unfortunately, names don’t stick with me in books, and I had to return this book to the library before I got around to writing my review, but o was really disappointed with how everything went down with the main scientist lady that recruited Ryland. Don’t get me wrong, I actually do believe she would keep him on standby and at the ready in case he was needed, but not only were her actions heinous (I know Ryland said he was a loner but surely there had to be SOMEONE panicking about his absence and lack of good-bye), but Ryland was nearly angry enough about it. He was lied to, drugged, and denied any last conversations with those he cared about (including those on the mission). He was forced to sacrifice his life DESPITE SAYING NO. Yes, yes, “for the greater good,” but that never pans out. Instead his rights and consent were violated, and the angriest he got was wanting to show up and make her face her actions. I just think that warrants a bigger reaction. I was horrified and disgusted, and Ryland moved on so fast (again, I know, dire situation, but you can try to save humanity, maybe yourself, and be pissed at the same time.)