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A review by earthie
Scythe by Neal Shusterman
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I liked this book a lot, but found the way that it ended to be a bit empty. The premise is so good, but it felt like the ending was doomed to be akin to The Hunger Games at best.
However, starting the book knowing there are sequels brought the book down a notch for me as it seems to be a common trend of Schusterman - great and unique dystopian universes ending up being dragged on past their expiration dates (pun intended).
However, starting the book knowing there are sequels brought the book down a notch for me as it seems to be a common trend of Schusterman - great and unique dystopian universes ending up being dragged on past their expiration dates (pun intended).
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Gun violence, Toxic friendship, Suicide, Death, Blood, Violence, Murder, Body horror, Gore, Fire/Fire injury, Mass/school shootings, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Torture, Religious bigotry, Self harm, Suicide attempt, Suicide, and Suicidal thoughts