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A review by paradoxically
Arcadia Burns by Kai Meyer
3.0
I think what I like most about these books is the fact that, while kind of sickly sweet, Rosa and Alessandro actually talk to one another. Even when other people and circumstances make it so that keeping secrets might be easier, Rosa just shoves all that away and forges her own path.
But, uh, that's not the point of the book (even if their relationship is a huge part of it and yes, it is still going on strong). To be honest, I find it a bit difficult to summarize all that has happened--there is a lot going on in this book, but it's a steady sort of information drip. Just about everyone is against Rosa and Alessandro, barring a handful of people, and Rosa is hard pressed to find anyone she can rely on, let alone trust.
My issues with these books mainly stem from my inability to really grow attached to the characters. I enjoy Rosa and Alessandro's relationship, but outside of that sphere I get a little exasperated with how things are dealt, or how they react. The plot basically just gives you more and more questions, while doling out answers in teeny amounts. 3 stars.
But, uh, that's not the point of the book (even if their relationship is a huge part of it and yes, it is still going on strong). To be honest, I find it a bit difficult to summarize all that has happened--there is a lot going on in this book, but it's a steady sort of information drip. Just about everyone is against Rosa and Alessandro, barring a handful of people, and Rosa is hard pressed to find anyone she can rely on, let alone trust.
My issues with these books mainly stem from my inability to really grow attached to the characters. I enjoy Rosa and Alessandro's relationship, but outside of that sphere I get a little exasperated with how things are dealt, or how they react. The plot basically just gives you more and more questions, while doling out answers in teeny amounts. 3 stars.