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A History of What Comes Next
by Sylvain Neuvel
A History of What Comes Next
***Book Review***
A History of What Comes Next
By. Sylvain Neuvel
P. 304
Format - eArc
Rating - ****1/2
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This eArc was provided to me for free in exchange for an honest review by @netgalley. It has not impacted my review.
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A History of What Comes Next is a historical science fiction set mostly at the end of World War II. The story follows Mia and her mother Sarah. The two are identical in every way except age. They are the 99th generation of their line. They have been tought to follow four rules.
1. Always Run, Never Fight
2. Preserve the knowledge
3. Survive at all costs
4. Take them to the stars
Except their knowledge was lost. They do not remember why the rules were put in place, just that they need to be followed.
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I loved this book. I was hesitant because of the historical fiction aspect, but still excited. I walked away excited for the historical aspect of the book. It was set during the space race, and the way that Neuvel connected Mia into the events was facinating. I really appreciate that at the end of the book there was an entire section reviewing the historical aspects of the book. I read every page and it made me interested in learning more.
The narritve style is different. It almost reads like stream of consciousness. I am amazed how well it was done and how much I enjoyed it. I will say that I think some readers may not connect with this. So, be forwarned. However, I still strongly encurage you to read the book.
The characters were well developed, At times to the point of me being horrified when we are in the villains head. Because of the natures of the main characters there is so much overlap in who they are, yet they were still perfectly unique. Again, more skill from the author.
I will absolutly be picking up the sequel when it is published. This book was one I was excited about, but still hesitant. I was pleasantly suprised by how much I loved it. I anticipate that it will be one of my favorites of 2021 - and if it isn’t then we have an exceptional year ahead of us.
***Book Review***
A History of What Comes Next
By. Sylvain Neuvel
P. 304
Format - eArc
Rating - ****1/2
*************************
This eArc was provided to me for free in exchange for an honest review by @netgalley. It has not impacted my review.
*************************
A History of What Comes Next is a historical science fiction set mostly at the end of World War II. The story follows Mia and her mother Sarah. The two are identical in every way except age. They are the 99th generation of their line. They have been tought to follow four rules.
1. Always Run, Never Fight
2. Preserve the knowledge
3. Survive at all costs
4. Take them to the stars
Except their knowledge was lost. They do not remember why the rules were put in place, just that they need to be followed.
*************************
I loved this book. I was hesitant because of the historical fiction aspect, but still excited. I walked away excited for the historical aspect of the book. It was set during the space race, and the way that Neuvel connected Mia into the events was facinating. I really appreciate that at the end of the book there was an entire section reviewing the historical aspects of the book. I read every page and it made me interested in learning more.
The narritve style is different. It almost reads like stream of consciousness. I am amazed how well it was done and how much I enjoyed it. I will say that I think some readers may not connect with this. So, be forwarned. However, I still strongly encurage you to read the book.
The characters were well developed, At times to the point of me being horrified when we are in the villains head. Because of the natures of the main characters there is so much overlap in who they are, yet they were still perfectly unique. Again, more skill from the author.
I will absolutly be picking up the sequel when it is published. This book was one I was excited about, but still hesitant. I was pleasantly suprised by how much I loved it. I anticipate that it will be one of my favorites of 2021 - and if it isn’t then we have an exceptional year ahead of us.