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thebookiebungalow's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
dreadfulbooks's review
3.0
This book had the absolute coolest premise. I love world-ending books and the idea that no one could sleep was a really interesting take on a pandemic. I do wish that it had explored the global impact and the science behind everything. The book was localized on a small island and while that was a neat take, it left me curious on what else was going on.
timeforbooksandwine's review
3.0
This was such an interesting concept for a book. The idea of an asteroid hitting the moon and sending it off it’s orbit, and this somehow affecting everyone’s sleeping pattern, was a very different plot idea and nothing like what I’ve read before.
dylanneaubrey's review
3.0
Whoa. This book was intense.
Fast paced ✔️
End of the world survival ✔️
Multiple POVs ✔️
The TLDR plot: An asteroid hits the moon. People can't sleep. Insanity ensues.
This book is short (182 pages) and has a lot packed into it. I loved the three different POVs but I felt like there were too many side characters to keep track of. I wasn't sure on the exact timeline of how long the book was spanning (maybe a few days?). The book did remind me of LORD OF THE FLIES, with it being basically every man for himself.
While I did enjoy the book, I do wish it was a bit longer. The characters fell flat and like I previously said, there was SO much happening that sometimes it was hard to follow. The amount of side characters led to some confusion as well.
Overall, DREAM STATE is a fast-paced dystopian read that really shows how far humanity will go when disaster strikes.
DREAM STATE releases Aug. 9. Thank you to the author for my gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.
Fast paced ✔️
End of the world survival ✔️
Multiple POVs ✔️
The TLDR plot: An asteroid hits the moon. People can't sleep. Insanity ensues.
This book is short (182 pages) and has a lot packed into it. I loved the three different POVs but I felt like there were too many side characters to keep track of. I wasn't sure on the exact timeline of how long the book was spanning (maybe a few days?). The book did remind me of LORD OF THE FLIES, with it being basically every man for himself.
While I did enjoy the book, I do wish it was a bit longer. The characters fell flat and like I previously said, there was SO much happening that sometimes it was hard to follow. The amount of side characters led to some confusion as well.
Overall, DREAM STATE is a fast-paced dystopian read that really shows how far humanity will go when disaster strikes.
DREAM STATE releases Aug. 9. Thank you to the author for my gifted copy in exchange for an honest review.
calebfinley's review
adventurous
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.0
literacywithchelsea's review
3.0
Thank you to the author for my gifted ARC copy of Dream State in exchange for an honest review.
This book was quite the ride. It was totally outside of my comfort zone but I am glad I gave it a try! I felt that the beginning was a little bit slow, introducing all of the characters and giving a lot of backstory but About halfway through the book I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough to find out if everything was going to work out for the characters.
The book mainly follows Heidi, Russell and Marley as they navigate a world where the moon is out of orbit and everyone is sleep deprived. I really liked the character of Heidi and thought she was tough and liked Marley’s character as well.
While I enjoyed this book I was left at the end wanting a little bit more. I felt like it wrapped up too quickly. There are a lot of minor characters and I felt like I needed a cheat sheet at times to keep track of the connections between all of them.
Overall, if you are into dystopian novels and survival no matter what it might take, be sure to check this one out!
Again, thank you to the author and publisher for letting me give this one a read!
Released today 8/9
This book was quite the ride. It was totally outside of my comfort zone but I am glad I gave it a try! I felt that the beginning was a little bit slow, introducing all of the characters and giving a lot of backstory but About halfway through the book I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough to find out if everything was going to work out for the characters.
The book mainly follows Heidi, Russell and Marley as they navigate a world where the moon is out of orbit and everyone is sleep deprived. I really liked the character of Heidi and thought she was tough and liked Marley’s character as well.
While I enjoyed this book I was left at the end wanting a little bit more. I felt like it wrapped up too quickly. There are a lot of minor characters and I felt like I needed a cheat sheet at times to keep track of the connections between all of them.
Overall, if you are into dystopian novels and survival no matter what it might take, be sure to check this one out!
Again, thank you to the author and publisher for letting me give this one a read!
Released today 8/9
inveterate_reader's review
3.0
3.25⭐
Dream State by Martin Ott is not just a story. It is a circumstance, a condition, a situation, a state or a feeling one can be in. It's like being in a pool of consciousness, it's like that feeling of sand slipping through your fingers, like walking through clouds, like being in a dream. (It might not be making sense & I know that, but that's exactly how reading the pages of this book feels like). The title of the book perfectly reflects the "aura" of the book.
Dream State by Martin Ott is not just a story. It is a circumstance, a condition, a situation, a state or a feeling one can be in. It's like being in a pool of consciousness, it's like that feeling of sand slipping through your fingers, like walking through clouds, like being in a dream. (It might not be making sense & I know that, but that's exactly how reading the pages of this book feels like). The title of the book perfectly reflects the "aura" of the book.
ghostinthepages's review
challenging
dark
tense
slow-paced
3.0
This was an alright read for me. The writing was good but it was more focused on the devolution of the human mind than I guess I was expecting. I wanted more sci fi and I didn't really get any explanations I had been hoping for either.
thebookishabyss's review
A remote Belize island, called Devil’s Caye by many, is divided into three sects: the Navy military base where Heidi has been hired to work with the dolphins, the Resort that Russell has taken over, and D-town where Marley lives with other Belizean natives. Each of these communities reside together on the island with a tremulous sense of peace. Many secrets abound and many of the locals are unhappy with the intrusion on their island. However, the resort and Naval base due provide jobs and bring money into D-town’s businesses. There is a general unease when members from different parts of the island meet, but there is a grudging acceptance of the circumstances, even as Jira, the resident leader and voice of the locals, continues to be outspoken about the intruders bringing evil and curses upon the island.
Then, in the midst of that fragile peace being challenged, an asteroid streaks across the sky and connects with the moon. The moon emerges knocked out of its normal orbit and sporting a new shape. These changes have big consequence on Earth, impacting tides, weather, and the ability for humans to sleep. As the people residing on the island lose night after night of sleep, they indulge in alcohol and drugs, trying to find a way to get some rest. However, they are only heightening their own fears and hostilities. As they slowly lose their grasp on sanity, Heidi, Russell, and Marley each fight for survival as the island becomes a battleground.
This is an exciting plot with well-described scenes and events. The characters are very well-developed with detailed backstories and individual voices. This storyline is very unique and showcases the weaknesses of our human condition with how quickly and fully we will resort to animalistic behaviors when order is lost and survival is the only goal. An adult version of The Lord of the Flies. Definitely a recommended read!
Then, in the midst of that fragile peace being challenged, an asteroid streaks across the sky and connects with the moon. The moon emerges knocked out of its normal orbit and sporting a new shape. These changes have big consequence on Earth, impacting tides, weather, and the ability for humans to sleep. As the people residing on the island lose night after night of sleep, they indulge in alcohol and drugs, trying to find a way to get some rest. However, they are only heightening their own fears and hostilities. As they slowly lose their grasp on sanity, Heidi, Russell, and Marley each fight for survival as the island becomes a battleground.
This is an exciting plot with well-described scenes and events. The characters are very well-developed with detailed backstories and individual voices. This storyline is very unique and showcases the weaknesses of our human condition with how quickly and fully we will resort to animalistic behaviors when order is lost and survival is the only goal. An adult version of The Lord of the Flies. Definitely a recommended read!