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ameeg's review against another edition
2.0
I feel i was a bit harsh on this but I didn't like how in the end it was all over a boy. That, and the writing was a bit too (melo)dramatic for my liking.
destra's review against another edition
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
lillowo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I found this book my googling "good medical mysteries" and while I had no preconceived notions of a medical mystery book, I did imagine something more medically based rather than crime based. So this book took some interesting turns that I wasn't expecting!
There is a constant through line of sex and sexuality that the teens are struggling with (often very much based on how it affects the girls in the school). There was also some antivax stuff (i found it super interesting how it was navigated and the conspiracies were disproven. Definitely fit with the crime and lies themes ).
Overall, I gave this a 3 stars because I would have enjoyed more medical stuff and while there were many through lines, I felt like the story was also a fairly simple one. It was enjoyable! And if you're wanting a somewhat light read (crime, mystery illness, and antivaxxers considered), this could be for you!
There is a constant through line of sex and sexuality that the teens are struggling with (often very much based on how it affects the girls in the school). There was also some antivax stuff (
Overall, I gave this a 3 stars because I would have enjoyed more medical stuff and while there were many through lines, I felt like the story was also a fairly simple one. It was enjoyable! And if you're wanting a somewhat light read (crime, mystery illness, and antivaxxers considered), this could be for you!
lauraborkpower's review against another edition
4.0
This is the perfect summer read: creepy, well-written, and fast. Abbott writes multiple points of view beautifully, giving Eli a memory of the flowers his mother had planted smelling "like grape candy," and likening Skye's mouth to the figs that drop onto the ice rink. It's beautiful and literary but appropriate for his character.
And the story -- oohh the story! It's so tense and fun. Abbott gives us compelling and realistic teenage characters as well as likable and complex adults; she gives us atmosphere and complexity; she gives us hints and leads that are not overly complex but just enough to keep us turning pages to find out the real answer.
I stayed up way past my bedtime to finish this. And it was worth it.
And the story -- oohh the story! It's so tense and fun. Abbott gives us compelling and realistic teenage characters as well as likable and complex adults; she gives us atmosphere and complexity; she gives us hints and leads that are not overly complex but just enough to keep us turning pages to find out the real answer.
I stayed up way past my bedtime to finish this. And it was worth it.
madisonwittek's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
brisingr's review against another edition
2.0
2.5
I really liked the writing style, but some parts felt unnecessary and the story is disappointing.
I really liked the writing style, but some parts felt unnecessary and the story is disappointing.
rachd24's review against another edition
2.0
This started out as an interesting read, I wasn’t sure if it was going to go down the paranormal route or not, and the mystery element kept me guessing. I also loved delving into the psychology of hysteria, though felt it definitely could have been developed further to make the ending more satisfying. While some aspects of this story were quite strong, other elements of it were lacking.
I was provided with this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Final rating on my blog is 2.5/5. Full review available here: https://confessionsofabookgeek.wordpress.com/2015/03/04/review-the-fever/
I was provided with this book by the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Final rating on my blog is 2.5/5. Full review available here: https://confessionsofabookgeek.wordpress.com/2015/03/04/review-the-fever/
angus_mckeogh's review against another edition
2.0
My third Abbott book. The first was Everything and it was good but not spectacular. The second was Dare Me which I found startlingly brilliant. This third was the worst of the lot. Started out promising and interesting and then just petered out with a near audible fizzle. Too bad.
dunder_mifflin's review against another edition
4.0
I loooove Megan Abbott's writing, and I always find myself getting really into her writing. I love how she writes girls too, ahhhh she's the best. I can't wait to read more of her stuff.
frostap's review against another edition
2.0
Just blah. I'm perpetually disappointed by pop fiction.