Publisher: Speak
Publication date: May 2009
ISBN: 9780142414378
Source: Library
Aerin comes to Academy 7 almost by a lucky chance. Running from a past she wishes to forget, she throws herself into the rigorous curriculum of this elite school. Her only competition for the top spot is Dane, a rich and famous boy with a bit too much arrogance. They strike up a kind of friendship based on hours of time forced to spend together, and begin to learn they both have secrets they're hiding. But, what they discover is a secret much bigger than just the two of them.
Things I Liked:
I thought this was a fairly interesting book. I liked the different setting from most YA fantasy romances today. A little sci-fi thrown in added a bit of novelty to the story. I also liked the story of their parents and the history they were trying to figure out. The romance was not one of those love-at-first-sight things, which was also pretty refreshing. The plot kept things moving, even when I wasn't as interested in the characters.
Things I Didn't Like:
I was a bit disappointed in some of the sci-fi elements. I kept wondering about why they had textbooks and not e-books or something. The details were very vague, so I think it will appeal more to those new to sci-fi than hardcore fans. It seemed to not have enough information about the world and the characters - I kept waiting for more descriptions or details, but not getting enough. It makes the story a bit forgettable and the characters a bit flat. I do remember thinking I was more interested in Dane and Aerin's parents' stories than in the kids. I wish I'd been able to know more about them.
Read-alikes:
Maybe Across the Universe by Beth Revis
BOOK CONTENT RATINGS:
s-factor: none
mrg-factor: none
just some kissing
v-factor: ->
a few minor incidents, nothing really described
Overall rating: ***
Maybe I read too much, but I've really forgotten most everything about this book. Please tell me this happens to you guys?
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I remember reading this book last year, I enjoyed the surprising revelations at the end, but it was so short~ I wanted to find out more too. :D
ReplyDeleteYou know, the reason I started my book blog is because I could never remember what a book was about - even the names of characters. Now, I just look it up and I can even remember what I thought of it :)
ReplyDeleteAnna, and I remember being surprised too, but can't remember much about those revelations :) Maybe she'll do a prequel...
ReplyDeleteCorinne, that was one of the reasons I started too, which makes it even more ironic. I usually write down my thoughts fairly soon after I read it, but this review was written back in August.
I've had this one sitting on my shelf for awhile. I just need to get to it. I used to love sci-fi but it's been awhile since I've read it so we'll see how I feel about this one.
ReplyDeleteDebbie, it's pretty lite on sci-fi, so it would have broader appeal, I think. I'll be interested to read your thoughts when you get to it.
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