A review by applesodaperson
Annihilation by Jeff VanderMeer

challenging dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

This book made me feel more on edge and stressed than any other book has. I loved the atmosphere,  the format, and the subtle hints about the bad things that were going to happen. I also don’t always like ambiguous endings, but in this case I loved it. 
It also reminded me of I Who Have Never Known Men by Jaqueline Harpman. They both have a group of women in an extremely mysterious environment, and the characters die before ever getting answers to all of their questions. It also reminded me of the Mystery Flesh Pit National Park ARG.

Read from the Provo library. 
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