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clevergirl216's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I think the book focused too much on how scared Luke was to do anything. Make the point and move on and save 1/3 of the reading time. Although I got tired of this, the book was one that I read in one sitting, to see how it ended. I really wish his friends had been in the book more —if nothing else, just to see him make his speech. I thought it was out of character for them to not show up at the huge celebration.
ruchika's review against another edition
3.0
Though I'm glad I finally read this series since I've been wanting to for so long, it was definitely drawn out way too long. This series could have easily been like 4 books instead of 7. Also I did enjoy the book and seeing the children become free but I hate that it had to happen in the last 15 pages - not even. The ending felt rushed and I wish there was some sort of epilogue where we got to see what happened with the government and the kids' futures especially Luke
brb_reads's review against another edition
3.0
I was a little disappointed with how the book ended. I was really hoping he wasn't going to jump on the stage with the horse..... and then he did. Just a little too much for me. Loved all the other books in the series but this one was just not mt favorite. Leaves you wondering a lot of things at the end....
kylauren1723's review against another edition
2.0
I tore through it just to get to the ending because I realized i had never read the final installment. I think it was the most disappointing of the bunch. I was sad that Luke hadn’t really grown from his meekness in the first book. I also thought the ending was pretty lackluster. Very little resolution and very little hope for the humanity in that world lol
janeeyre_914716's review against another edition
5.0
What a way to end this series! I have no idea where I was when this was coming out when I was growing up even though I'm a 90s baby haha. But I do have to say it was worth reading/listening to them now that I'm older and I can see how this would end in 7 books. Overall, great series, loved it and highly recommend it.
garnetofeden's review against another edition
4.0
I was a little worried about how the series would wrap up after the weak previous volume, but the story finished off strong. The series has always shone the best when the story is being told from Luke's perspective. Throughout the book there were references hearkening back to the first book, Among the Hidden, and the start of Luke's journey. I only wish we could have heard more from some of the other shadow children we followed throughout the series: Trey, Nina, Matthias. It also would have been cool to have Luke actually get to return home to his family.
Rating reviewed 1/23/2023.
Rating reviewed 1/23/2023.
kayharkness's review against another edition
4.0
Amazingly satisfying to finish the series that I started reading as a child. While not my favourite instalment of the series it brought everything to a satisfying conclusion. I adore this author and her writing style she has never let me down!
alyssaht's review against another edition
4.0
This was a fun series to read. Kids in impossible situations who make choices to go beyond themselves and save society along the way. I sometimes had trouble paying attention to the timelines in the stories but it didn't prevent me from following the story.
parsimo's review against another edition
3.0
Not 100% satisfying end to an interesting series.
Bummed by how easily the Population Police fell.
Bummed by how easily the Population Police fell.
emrenae's review against another edition
4.0
There was never a dull moment in this book. I'm so sad that there are no more in the series. Loved the entire series as a whole. Definitely recommend!