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teachingkj's review against another edition
5.0
this was a weird but interesting read. sci-fi mixed with teen romance
missprint_'s review against another edition
2.0
Adam Rhodes, Sunshine's boyfriend and backup guitarist, wishes he could process his grief in private for both rockstar Sunshine and the girl she used to be when she was still called Marybeth and they were growing up in foster care. Instead Adam settles for dulling his senses--and the pain--with alcohol.
When Dr. Elloran shows up at Adam's door he expects her to be looking for a last piece of Sunshine. Instead, she offers Adam the impossible: Elloran plans to use cloning and Memory Archiving Port (MAP) technology to bring Sunshine back to prove to the world (and her investors) that Project Orpheus can resurrect the dead.
The project will go forward with or without Adam, but if he plays along--helping this new Sunshine remember the final days of her life and restoring other degraded memories--he'll have the chance to see Marybeth again. And maybe this time he can keep Marybeth alive and well.
As Adam remembers the tragedy that led to his and Sunshine's fame, he is forced to confront painful memories of her death and begins to question if bringing Marybeth along the same path is right for anyone in Resurrecting Sunshine (2016) by Lisa A. Koosis.
Simplistic and utilitarian world building ground this science fiction novel in the near-future of 2026. While Koosis is careful to name all of the relevant technology (most notably MAP technology) but never explains it enough to provide the proper backdrop or urgency for the story.
A slow start and weak execution detract from this potentially intriguing premise. Short chapters will appeal to reluctant readers willing to play along with the often tedious plot. Koosis raises some interesting questions about cloning, depression, and suicide but her prose falls short of insightful answers. Appealing for fans of this specific sub-genre of science fiction.
Possible Pairings: Where She Went by Gayle Forman, Loss by Jackie Morse Kessler, The Cost of All Things by Maggie Lehrman, More Happy Than Not by Adam Silvera, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
*A more condensed version of this review appeared in School Library Journal from which it can be seen on various sites online.*
When Dr. Elloran shows up at Adam's door he expects her to be looking for a last piece of Sunshine. Instead, she offers Adam the impossible: Elloran plans to use cloning and Memory Archiving Port (MAP) technology to bring Sunshine back to prove to the world (and her investors) that Project Orpheus can resurrect the dead.
The project will go forward with or without Adam, but if he plays along--helping this new Sunshine remember the final days of her life and restoring other degraded memories--he'll have the chance to see Marybeth again. And maybe this time he can keep Marybeth alive and well.
As Adam remembers the tragedy that led to his and Sunshine's fame, he is forced to confront painful memories of her death and begins to question if bringing Marybeth along the same path is right for anyone in Resurrecting Sunshine (2016) by Lisa A. Koosis.
Simplistic and utilitarian world building ground this science fiction novel in the near-future of 2026. While Koosis is careful to name all of the relevant technology (most notably MAP technology) but never explains it enough to provide the proper backdrop or urgency for the story.
A slow start and weak execution detract from this potentially intriguing premise. Short chapters will appeal to reluctant readers willing to play along with the often tedious plot. Koosis raises some interesting questions about cloning, depression, and suicide but her prose falls short of insightful answers. Appealing for fans of this specific sub-genre of science fiction.
Possible Pairings: Where She Went by Gayle Forman, Loss by Jackie Morse Kessler, The Cost of All Things by Maggie Lehrman, More Happy Than Not by Adam Silvera, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind
*A more condensed version of this review appeared in School Library Journal from which it can be seen on various sites online.*
visubooks's review against another edition
3.0
Adam Rhodes has lost his love Marybeth aka. Sunshine a few years ago but when Dr. Elloran comes to him with a proposal. One that will bring Marybeth - Sunshine back to him he chooses to help give his memories to her to bring Marybeth back. He must face the memories of her death as well as the relationship he is starting with the program founder's daughter Genevieve with a secret of her own. Adam must see just how much he is willing to give to bring Marybeth back.
I loved how complex Adam's character was with many difficult and volatile emotions that were brought to life really well even though this book wasn't very long. The character's personalities made them seem very realistic. This was a very emotional book with many difficult topics like suicide, drugs, and alcohol addictions.
This book had a nice balance of sad and funny scenes keeping the tone of the story lighter than it could have been. The ending was very emotional and the build-up to it was filled with tension for what would happen next.
This is definitely a book for the older part of YA, leaning more towards Adult reading because of the complex and serious issues that this book addresses. Overall though it was a heartbreakingly touching story that I enjoyed.
I loved how complex Adam's character was with many difficult and volatile emotions that were brought to life really well even though this book wasn't very long. The character's personalities made them seem very realistic. This was a very emotional book with many difficult topics like suicide, drugs, and alcohol addictions.
This book had a nice balance of sad and funny scenes keeping the tone of the story lighter than it could have been. The ending was very emotional and the build-up to it was filled with tension for what would happen next.
This is definitely a book for the older part of YA, leaning more towards Adult reading because of the complex and serious issues that this book addresses. Overall though it was a heartbreakingly touching story that I enjoyed.
rpmirabella's review against another edition
5.0
A deep, dark, book that surprises and ultimately delights. Because so much of this book is about grief, it's not easy, but it rewards the reader who is brave enough to confront what we all must confront at some point in our lives. Luckily, Resurrecting Sunshine teaches a lesson about why grief is necessary. A YA novel that asks big questions. I like questions. Especially ones that do not have clear answers. No one in this book is easily pinned down. To me, that is what makes a good novel: complex characters and situations. We can never know anyone completely. I'm always happy to see this reflected in fiction. By the end, I was very moved.
bookishly_faith's review against another edition
2.0
I received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. (Thanks!)
Overall, I wasn't completely impressed with this novel. I think there was something missing from it that I needed for me to like [b:Resurrecting Sunshine|30201536|Resurrecting Sunshine|Lisa A. Koosis|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1467298705s/30201536.jpg|49008229] more.
[b:Resurrecting Sunshine|30201536|Resurrecting Sunshine|Lisa A. Koosis|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1467298705s/30201536.jpg|49008229] is about Adam and Marybeth. Marybeth became the famous singer, Sunshine, after her friends died. However, Marybeth drowns and leaves her boyfriend, Adam, grieving. In the present, Adam is told by a scientist that Project Orpheus is making a clone of Sunshine and Adam is asked to help. But as he goes through the memories of Sunshine and meets a girl, he starts to heal and question the ethics of cloning.
The things I liked about this book were how fast paced it was and the character of Genevieve. I flew through chapters pretty quickly because for some reason, the chapters could be like 2 pages long. The plot itself could also be really fast paced at points, making this book a pretty easy read. I liked Genevieve because of all the questions that she raised throughout the book. I kind wish she was the narrator of the story.
I know on the first page, there was one word or phrase that popped out at me when I first read it. I was so excited to be reading a book with such great imagery, but this wonderful wordiness wasn't something that was continued throughout this book and that totally annoyed me. Sure, every once and a while, I'd notice some great imagery, but then I wouldn't get anymore for another 70 pages.
I think the main thing that made me not like this book was a lack of connection to the main character. I really don't know much about Adam besides the fact that he loved Marybeth and he was a foster kid too. I would have liked to know more about him and that might have led me to not only like him but also maybe then I'd know why exactly he falls for the love interest in this book.
I wasn't totally in love with the plot either. Basically this book follows Adam as he relives his memories with Marybeth. Because I wasn't a fan of Adam, it wasn't my favourite thing to read about these memories he was having for pages on end.
Overall, you might like this book if you are into books about grief. This book has a bit of a sci-fi twist with the clones and memory aspect as well, but the focus is mainly grief.
Overall, I wasn't completely impressed with this novel. I think there was something missing from it that I needed for me to like [b:Resurrecting Sunshine|30201536|Resurrecting Sunshine|Lisa A. Koosis|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1467298705s/30201536.jpg|49008229] more.
[b:Resurrecting Sunshine|30201536|Resurrecting Sunshine|Lisa A. Koosis|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1467298705s/30201536.jpg|49008229] is about Adam and Marybeth. Marybeth became the famous singer, Sunshine, after her friends died. However, Marybeth drowns and leaves her boyfriend, Adam, grieving. In the present, Adam is told by a scientist that Project Orpheus is making a clone of Sunshine and Adam is asked to help. But as he goes through the memories of Sunshine and meets a girl, he starts to heal and question the ethics of cloning.
The things I liked about this book were how fast paced it was and the character of Genevieve. I flew through chapters pretty quickly because for some reason, the chapters could be like 2 pages long. The plot itself could also be really fast paced at points, making this book a pretty easy read. I liked Genevieve because of all the questions that she raised throughout the book. I kind wish she was the narrator of the story.
I know on the first page, there was one word or phrase that popped out at me when I first read it. I was so excited to be reading a book with such great imagery, but this wonderful wordiness wasn't something that was continued throughout this book and that totally annoyed me. Sure, every once and a while, I'd notice some great imagery, but then I wouldn't get anymore for another 70 pages.
I think the main thing that made me not like this book was a lack of connection to the main character. I really don't know much about Adam besides the fact that he loved Marybeth and he was a foster kid too. I would have liked to know more about him and that might have led me to not only like him but also maybe then I'd know why exactly he falls for the love interest in this book.
I wasn't totally in love with the plot either. Basically this book follows Adam as he relives his memories with Marybeth. Because I wasn't a fan of Adam, it wasn't my favourite thing to read about these memories he was having for pages on end.
Overall, you might like this book if you are into books about grief. This book has a bit of a sci-fi twist with the clones and memory aspect as well, but the focus is mainly grief.
rainbowreader's review against another edition
the premise was fascinating, but the writing style just got so repetitive in parts i had to keep checking that i'd actually moved forward in the book. i really liked adam, though, and i loved a moment towards the end that spoke to the ethics behind the whole idea of the project.
also, the book is set in the future, but it's not terribly clear until a date is mentioned somewhere in the middle.
also, the book is set in the future, but it's not terribly clear until a date is mentioned somewhere in the middle.
jadesofiee's review against another edition
4.0
This story definitely takes you for a journey. With Adam you learn about his path and Sunshine/Marybeth's path as well, and I will not lie, at times it's unbearably sad, and you can see Adam's grief so clearly, but in the end, you'll have to accept the bittersweet feelings you get from this book.
crackedspines's review
5.0
I got an ARC of the book in exchange for an honest review. Thanks to Albert Whitman & Company for sending me a copy!
The writing style of book reminded me so much of [b:I'll Give You the Sun|20820994|I'll Give You the Sun|Jandy Nelson|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1458679315s/20820994.jpg|11409817], but kinda like a milder version of it? And if you know me, you'll know that I love love LOVED IGYTS. Which was why I was stuck between rating this book 4.7 stars and 5 stars (I rated IGYTS 5/5 stars). But, in the end, I decided on 5/5 stars because it was truly an enjoyable read.
Another thing I liked about this book is the pace at which the plot unraveled. It got me hooked from the very beginning and never slowed down. I'd say it was an engaging read. The idea of the story contributed much to the appeal of the book as well. The whole concept of cloning humans as well as recreating their memories really intrigued me, and was part of the reason I was so hooked by the book.
I especially loved the debates that crop up throughout the story, like whether a dead person should be resurrected or the part about having a choice about how you live your life, that you have a choice to either throw your life away or survive through the odds. Those topics really opened up my mind and got me thinking about my opinions on them.
Plus, I really liked how the ending played out!
Overall, an interesting, engaging read with great writing style!
The writing style of book reminded me so much of [b:I'll Give You the Sun|20820994|I'll Give You the Sun|Jandy Nelson|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1458679315s/20820994.jpg|11409817], but kinda like a milder version of it? And if you know me, you'll know that I love love LOVED IGYTS. Which was why I was stuck between rating this book 4.7 stars and 5 stars (I rated IGYTS 5/5 stars). But, in the end, I decided on 5/5 stars because it was truly an enjoyable read.
Another thing I liked about this book is the pace at which the plot unraveled. It got me hooked from the very beginning and never slowed down. I'd say it was an engaging read. The idea of the story contributed much to the appeal of the book as well. The whole concept of cloning humans as well as recreating their memories really intrigued me, and was part of the reason I was so hooked by the book.
I especially loved the debates that crop up throughout the story, like whether a dead person should be resurrected or the part about having a choice about how you live your life, that you have a choice to either throw your life away or survive through the odds. Those topics really opened up my mind and got me thinking about my opinions on them.
Plus, I really liked how the ending played out!
Overall, an interesting, engaging read with great writing style!
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