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**Review based on audiobook**
Teens wake up with targeted memory loss in an enormous maze that does not appear to have an exit. Complicating matters are the wandering gruesome mechanized monsters who try to kill the teens on sight. Why are they in the maze? Why can't they remember who they are? And why do the two newest additions, Thomas, and the first ever girl, Theresa, seem so familiar?
Unfortunately Dashner's writing style and the poor narration did not absorb me into this world. I felt no connection to the characters and did not care if they died or prevailed. The world-building was lack luster, and the conclusion which answered the reasons why these kids were in this maze was completely unsatisfactory. Yahoo, another cliff hanger trilogy. Unfortunately I've read too many books that were akin to this one already.
Teens wake up with targeted memory loss in an enormous maze that does not appear to have an exit. Complicating matters are the wandering gruesome mechanized monsters who try to kill the teens on sight. Why are they in the maze? Why can't they remember who they are? And why do the two newest additions, Thomas, and the first ever girl, Theresa, seem so familiar?
Unfortunately Dashner's writing style and the poor narration did not absorb me into this world. I felt no connection to the characters and did not care if they died or prevailed. The world-building was lack luster, and the conclusion which answered the reasons why these kids were in this maze was completely unsatisfactory. Yahoo, another cliff hanger trilogy. Unfortunately I've read too many books that were akin to this one already.
Thrilling but a bit light on details, Legend is a fun summer read for fans of The Hunger Games or Divergent. Another dystopian version of America, this one focuses on two young people from opposite ends of the socio-economic spectrum who come together to fight against a common goal. I do wish Lu spent a bit more time on describing what caused the rifts in society, but hopefully as the trilogy unfolds this will become more clear.
A fast paced sequel to Legend. Lu remains focused on the action sequences as opposed to world building, and some of the details explaining why the former United States of America is divided were not as in depth as I would have liked. However, for a younger YA reader, this book is still fun. The constant jealousies and insecurities of the two main characters, Day and June, became grating. For two people who are supposed to be well-oiled fighting machines, they sure are wimpy when it comes to their feelings for each other.
Intriguing tale of two mythical creatures who through convoluted reasons end up encountering each other in New York City circa the early 1900s. Poetic language and richly researched, the story took a long time to "take me away." Unfortunately the ending wrapped up too quickly after finally understanding the many questions brought up throughout.
Wonderful narration (based on audiobook) complete with believable Russian accents, Vaclav and Lena is an enchanting and tough love story of two young teenagers. Loved the language, the lists, and the character development.
Totally ridiculous, but sort of fun. I bought it for my library because of the hilarious title and cover. Fun beach read.
**Review based on audiobook version**
While cataloged as a "mystery," the true beauty of Joyland is its language and character development. A truly nostalgic tale of one man's 21st year working at an amusement park in the 1970s, King's imagery jumps to life and immerses you in this seaside world. The narrator (Stamper from House of Cards) is also amazing. Each character is distinctly defined and has his or her own voice. Great listen for a trip up to Door County, WI and VERY short (less than 300 pages in the print version)for Stephen King.
While cataloged as a "mystery," the true beauty of Joyland is its language and character development. A truly nostalgic tale of one man's 21st year working at an amusement park in the 1970s, King's imagery jumps to life and immerses you in this seaside world. The narrator (Stamper from House of Cards) is also amazing. Each character is distinctly defined and has his or her own voice. Great listen for a trip up to Door County, WI and VERY short (less than 300 pages in the print version)for Stephen King.