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Activation Degradation by Marina J. Lostetter
4.5
challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

There are so many disquieting revelations you make with the main character through the story. Each twist completely changes your perspective on what is happening and how you, as a reader, should interpret the ever-changing story. It’s brilliant, if technobabble-y at times. It took me a while to get through, and the body horror elements did get to me, a little, but I was also largely prepared for them based on my initial assumptions during the beginning. I’m still a bit confused by the ending, but I think it generally ended well. I’m so glad I gave this book a try. It may send you into an existential or moral panic, but sometimes, I think that’s what the best science fiction does to us.