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Orion is a Subpar, expected to mine the tunnels of Outpost Five, near the deadly flash curtain. For generations, her people have chased cirium—the only element that can shield humanity from the curtain’s radioactive particles. She and her caving partner Dram work the most treacherous tunnel, fighting past flash bats and tunnel gulls, in hopes of mining enough cirium to earn their way into the protected city.
But when newcomers arrive at Outpost Five, Orion uncovers disturbing revelations that make her question everything she thought she knew about life on both sides of the cirium shield. As conditions at the outpost grow increasingly dangerous, it’s up to Orion to forge a way past the flashfall, beyond all boundaries, beyond the world as she knows it.
But when newcomers arrive at Outpost Five, Orion uncovers disturbing revelations that make her question everything she thought she knew about life on both sides of the cirium shield. As conditions at the outpost grow increasingly dangerous, it’s up to Orion to forge a way past the flashfall, beyond all boundaries, beyond the world as she knows it.
342 pages, Hardcover
First published November 15, 2016
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Jenny Moyer
5 books137 followersJenny is the author of the YA sci-fi/fantasy FLASHFALL, and its sequel, FLASHTIDE. (Holt/Macmillan) She lives with her filmmaker husband and their three boys in Iowa. Watch the epic, live action book trailer for the novel that Booklist calls "A cinematic page-turner."
Find out more at http://www.jennymoyer.com and connect with Jenny on Twitter and Facebook.
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October 26, 2016
4.5 stars.
*** Review posted on The Eater of Books! blog***
Flashfall by Jenny Moyer
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Publication Date: November 15, 2016
Rating: 4 stars
Source: ARC sent by the publisher
Summary (from Goodreads):
Orion is a Subpar, expected to mine the tunnels of Outpost Five, near the deadly flash curtain. For generations, her people have chased cirium—the only element that can shield humanity from the curtain’s radioactive particles. She and her caving partner, Dram work the most treacherous tunnel, fighting past flash bats and tunnel gulls, in hopes of mining enough cirium to earn their way into the protected city.
But when newcomers arrive at Outpost Five, Orion uncovers disturbing revelations that make her question everything she thought she knew about life on both sides of the cirium shield. As conditions at the outpost grow increasingly dangerous, it’s up to Orion to forge a way past the flashfall, beyond all boundaries, beyond the world as she knows it.
What I Liked:
This book came highly recommended to me, by several fellow bloggers. I am a huge fan of YA science fiction, and I was told that I would enjoy this book. I'm happy to say that I loved it! I'm very impressed and I'm glad I did not pass on the opportunity to review this debut. I haven't been reading many dystopia novels (I'm tired of them), but I loved this one.
Orion is a miner in Outpost Five, in tunnel nine. She's one of a group of Subpars who can stand the radiation in the mines, and she and her people mine cirium that Congress needs. She and Dram, her caving partner, are the best. Orion is close to that magical goal of 400 g of cirium, and she and Dram go into the treacherous parts of the tunnel to try to reach that number. But reaching that number turns out to mean nothing. Orion and the other Subpars quickly realize that they aren't serving their duty - they are slaves, and there is no way out. Orion has always dreamed of getting past the flashfall and seeing the sky, and she'll fight to have the chance to do so.
This novel is entirely science fiction, in which is has a dystopia-esque feel to it, and there is an abundance of fictional science to the story. Cirium is an element that Congress needs to protect the city - or so the Subpars are told. The Subpars are told that if they reach 400 g of cirium, they can live in the protected city, where the Naturals live. But why if this is a lie? Hence where the dystopia aspect comes in. At first, Orion and the Subpars of Outpost Five feel grateful to Congress, and they feel like their are serving their duty as Subpars. But Orion feels trapped, and begins to speak out. Without meaning to, she starts a rebellion, and like dominoes falling, one event leads to another, in different sectors of the land.
One thing that stuck out to me (one of many) was the world-building. This is an intensely unique world that Moyer has created. Tunnels and caves? You don't see a lot of that in YA. Dystopian worlds, yes, but Moyer has something unique here. The flashfall, flash curtain, tunnel gulls, cordons... terrifying and intriguing stuff!
This book is told from Orion's first-person POV. I adore Orion! She is fearless and brave, a lot impulsive and entirely selfless. She gives her life for her caving partner Dram so many times, and throughout the story, she gives up everything for other characters, like a little girl, or an old man, or a dying forfeit. Orion is noble and selfless, and she never stops thinking of everyone.
Dram is the second protagonist of the story, though he does not have a direct POV. He's been Orion's caving partner for years, and they are a formidable team. They've never not been without each other in the caves, and even outside the caves, they stand up for each other. I like Dram a lot - he is so similar to Orion (selfless, brave, stubborn), but I liked that he was always looking out for Orion. Orion was busy fighting for everyone, and while Dram was definitely doing the same, you could see that his priority was Orion. Which was noble all by itself.
This novel is jam-packed with action! It starts off in the tunnels and caves, and we get a feel of how Orion and Dram work as a team. And then things start to get set into motion - the seeds of rebellion are planted, and grow. And then Dram and Orion are sent elsewhere as punishment.., and things get tricky. Orion and Dram are survivors, that's all I will say. They go through so much in this book, but they never stop trying to live, and help the others, even far away from them.
Like an dystopia novel, a sprinkle of unrest turns into a rebellion and then a war, and many secrets are revealed. The government wants cirium for reasons other than what are told. Orion's mother wasn't just what she seemed, and Dram's father died not where they thought he did, years ago. So much is uncovered, and so much comes together, in the end.
I love how complete this story is! Standalone novels are exactly what I need right now. Orion and Dram fight their through so much, and it's nice to see their story come to a close. Moyer ties up the loose ends by the end of the book, but I could see her weaving in a companion novel or something. You could read this book as it is (a standalone), even if Moyer did decide to write more books in the series! Which I wouldn't mind.
I can't write this review without mentioning the romance! No love triangle, no insta-love, no drama. I adored Orion and Dram together. They're caving partners and friends, but you can tell that Orion has feelings for Dram. The progression of the romance is SO sweet. I love friends-to-more types of romances, especially when the bond is this solid, like Orion and Dram's. They are perfect together! This romance was slow-burn, and headed towards the steamy end as the story went on. But at the same time, you could feel how deep their bond was. Love!
Overall, this was an amazing debut. Science fiction dystopia + exciting adventure + sweet romance = exactly what I like.
What I Did Not Like:
I think I wanted a little more explanation and background about the Conjurors... part of their role in the climax of the story felt a little deus-ex-machina-like. I also think it would have been interesting to get up close and personal with the Congress. I'm also a tad bit confused as to what happened with the Congress at the end of the story. I'm going to reread this again, but I'm not sure about a couple of things with the ending. I won't mention anything specific, because spoilers!
Would I Recommend It:
I highly recommend this book, if you like science fiction in YA! Even if you don't, it's worth the read. It's incredibly unique, with the world-building, and I adored the characters. Plus, the romance was so sweet and slow-burn. I did NOT find this book like The Hunger Games, nor can I compare Orion to Katniss (I've seen this comparison, in a negative light, and I can't say that the girls compare. They are each unique and different).
Rating:
4.5 stars -> rounded down to 4 stars. I loved this book! On the one hand, I love this as a standalone and hope it stays a standalone. On the other hand, more books to follow would be cool! Perhaps companion novels? I do love seeing Orion and Dram together though. But I would love to see an "aftermath" type of story!
*** Review posted on The Eater of Books! blog***
Flashfall by Jenny Moyer
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
Publication Date: November 15, 2016
Rating: 4 stars
Source: ARC sent by the publisher
Summary (from Goodreads):
Orion is a Subpar, expected to mine the tunnels of Outpost Five, near the deadly flash curtain. For generations, her people have chased cirium—the only element that can shield humanity from the curtain’s radioactive particles. She and her caving partner, Dram work the most treacherous tunnel, fighting past flash bats and tunnel gulls, in hopes of mining enough cirium to earn their way into the protected city.
But when newcomers arrive at Outpost Five, Orion uncovers disturbing revelations that make her question everything she thought she knew about life on both sides of the cirium shield. As conditions at the outpost grow increasingly dangerous, it’s up to Orion to forge a way past the flashfall, beyond all boundaries, beyond the world as she knows it.
What I Liked:
This book came highly recommended to me, by several fellow bloggers. I am a huge fan of YA science fiction, and I was told that I would enjoy this book. I'm happy to say that I loved it! I'm very impressed and I'm glad I did not pass on the opportunity to review this debut. I haven't been reading many dystopia novels (I'm tired of them), but I loved this one.
Orion is a miner in Outpost Five, in tunnel nine. She's one of a group of Subpars who can stand the radiation in the mines, and she and her people mine cirium that Congress needs. She and Dram, her caving partner, are the best. Orion is close to that magical goal of 400 g of cirium, and she and Dram go into the treacherous parts of the tunnel to try to reach that number. But reaching that number turns out to mean nothing. Orion and the other Subpars quickly realize that they aren't serving their duty - they are slaves, and there is no way out. Orion has always dreamed of getting past the flashfall and seeing the sky, and she'll fight to have the chance to do so.
This novel is entirely science fiction, in which is has a dystopia-esque feel to it, and there is an abundance of fictional science to the story. Cirium is an element that Congress needs to protect the city - or so the Subpars are told. The Subpars are told that if they reach 400 g of cirium, they can live in the protected city, where the Naturals live. But why if this is a lie? Hence where the dystopia aspect comes in. At first, Orion and the Subpars of Outpost Five feel grateful to Congress, and they feel like their are serving their duty as Subpars. But Orion feels trapped, and begins to speak out. Without meaning to, she starts a rebellion, and like dominoes falling, one event leads to another, in different sectors of the land.
One thing that stuck out to me (one of many) was the world-building. This is an intensely unique world that Moyer has created. Tunnels and caves? You don't see a lot of that in YA. Dystopian worlds, yes, but Moyer has something unique here. The flashfall, flash curtain, tunnel gulls, cordons... terrifying and intriguing stuff!
This book is told from Orion's first-person POV. I adore Orion! She is fearless and brave, a lot impulsive and entirely selfless. She gives her life for her caving partner Dram so many times, and throughout the story, she gives up everything for other characters, like a little girl, or an old man, or a dying forfeit. Orion is noble and selfless, and she never stops thinking of everyone.
Dram is the second protagonist of the story, though he does not have a direct POV. He's been Orion's caving partner for years, and they are a formidable team. They've never not been without each other in the caves, and even outside the caves, they stand up for each other. I like Dram a lot - he is so similar to Orion (selfless, brave, stubborn), but I liked that he was always looking out for Orion. Orion was busy fighting for everyone, and while Dram was definitely doing the same, you could see that his priority was Orion. Which was noble all by itself.
This novel is jam-packed with action! It starts off in the tunnels and caves, and we get a feel of how Orion and Dram work as a team. And then things start to get set into motion - the seeds of rebellion are planted, and grow. And then Dram and Orion are sent elsewhere as punishment.., and things get tricky. Orion and Dram are survivors, that's all I will say. They go through so much in this book, but they never stop trying to live, and help the others, even far away from them.
Like an dystopia novel, a sprinkle of unrest turns into a rebellion and then a war, and many secrets are revealed. The government wants cirium for reasons other than what are told. Orion's mother wasn't just what she seemed, and Dram's father died not where they thought he did, years ago. So much is uncovered, and so much comes together, in the end.
I love how complete this story is! Standalone novels are exactly what I need right now. Orion and Dram fight their through so much, and it's nice to see their story come to a close. Moyer ties up the loose ends by the end of the book, but I could see her weaving in a companion novel or something. You could read this book as it is (a standalone), even if Moyer did decide to write more books in the series! Which I wouldn't mind.
I can't write this review without mentioning the romance! No love triangle, no insta-love, no drama. I adored Orion and Dram together. They're caving partners and friends, but you can tell that Orion has feelings for Dram. The progression of the romance is SO sweet. I love friends-to-more types of romances, especially when the bond is this solid, like Orion and Dram's. They are perfect together! This romance was slow-burn, and headed towards the steamy end as the story went on. But at the same time, you could feel how deep their bond was. Love!
Overall, this was an amazing debut. Science fiction dystopia + exciting adventure + sweet romance = exactly what I like.
What I Did Not Like:
I think I wanted a little more explanation and background about the Conjurors... part of their role in the climax of the story felt a little deus-ex-machina-like. I also think it would have been interesting to get up close and personal with the Congress. I'm also a tad bit confused as to what happened with the Congress at the end of the story. I'm going to reread this again, but I'm not sure about a couple of things with the ending. I won't mention anything specific, because spoilers!
Would I Recommend It:
I highly recommend this book, if you like science fiction in YA! Even if you don't, it's worth the read. It's incredibly unique, with the world-building, and I adored the characters. Plus, the romance was so sweet and slow-burn. I did NOT find this book like The Hunger Games, nor can I compare Orion to Katniss (I've seen this comparison, in a negative light, and I can't say that the girls compare. They are each unique and different).
Rating:
4.5 stars -> rounded down to 4 stars. I loved this book! On the one hand, I love this as a standalone and hope it stays a standalone. On the other hand, more books to follow would be cool! Perhaps companion novels? I do love seeing Orion and Dram together though. But I would love to see an "aftermath" type of story!
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January 27, 2023Amazing. Loved the world building and the characters, drew me in from the very. first. page. and never let go. Honestly this is one of the most refreshing, intriguing YA reads I've had in a LONG time. Well done.
February 18, 2017
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Flashfall absolutely BLEW ME AWAY. I went into this book with zero expectations, and it was so much more than I ever could have expected or imagined. Not only is Flashfall one of my favorite 2016 debuts, but it's now one of my favorite books of all time! If you're looking for a brilliant, swoony, heart-stopping dystopian, look no further—Flashfall is "the one" for you. Honestly, I could (and I have) re-read this book over and over again and never get sick of it—it's simply that wonderful. The stakes in this book are so incredibly high that it left me breathless and don't even get me started on how fantastic the main ship is because . . .
Even if you're not typically a fan of dystopian novels or you've been disappointed by many of them in the past, I highly urge you to give this one a try. If Flashfall doesn't change your mind, nothing will.
Flashfall absolutely BLEW ME AWAY. I went into this book with zero expectations, and it was so much more than I ever could have expected or imagined. Not only is Flashfall one of my favorite 2016 debuts, but it's now one of my favorite books of all time! If you're looking for a brilliant, swoony, heart-stopping dystopian, look no further—Flashfall is "the one" for you. Honestly, I could (and I have) re-read this book over and over again and never get sick of it—it's simply that wonderful. The stakes in this book are so incredibly high that it left me breathless and don't even get me started on how fantastic the main ship is because . . .
Even if you're not typically a fan of dystopian novels or you've been disappointed by many of them in the past, I highly urge you to give this one a try. If Flashfall doesn't change your mind, nothing will.
December 7, 2016
3.5 stars
This debut book was really quite good, and definitely shows that both the author and the series have potential. The pacing in the story speeds up quite a bit around the halfway point, and a lot of things happen pretty quickly. I would have liked a bit more detail in the story in the second half rather than speeding through things. Oddly enough, maybe the story could have done with a little less editing to some extent, as it felt almost too pared down at points.
Whatever the faults, I thought it was interesting enough that I will read the next book when it comes out. I get the sense that Moyer is capable of turning out an excellent story, so I have solid hopes for any sequel.
This debut book was really quite good, and definitely shows that both the author and the series have potential. The pacing in the story speeds up quite a bit around the halfway point, and a lot of things happen pretty quickly. I would have liked a bit more detail in the story in the second half rather than speeding through things. Oddly enough, maybe the story could have done with a little less editing to some extent, as it felt almost too pared down at points.
Whatever the faults, I thought it was interesting enough that I will read the next book when it comes out. I get the sense that Moyer is capable of turning out an excellent story, so I have solid hopes for any sequel.
August 24, 2017
Işık Tutsakları için çok heyecanlıydım. Gerçekten. Yorumlarına güvendiğim ve çok sevdiğim bir arkadaşım kitaba 4 yıldız vermişti ve bu da benim için yeterliydi. O yüzden kitabın ardında bıraktığı hayal kırıklığı çok yüksek.
Sorun şu ki, yazarın yarattığı dünya ne kadar farklı olursa olsun, karakterler birbirinin aynısı, olay örgüsü de ondan önce gelen distopyalarla benzer olduktan sonra ben kitaptan zevk alamıyorum. Bunu eğer Işık Tutsakları'nı okumaya başlamadan önce fark etmiş olsaydım, galiba bu kitaba el atarken iki kere düşünürdüm. Çünkü elimizdeki durum cidden bu: Jenny Moyen'in yarattığı post-apokaliptik dünya, şu ana kadar gördüklerimden epey farklı ve bu durum kitaba epey özgün bir hava katıyor.
Ama onun dışında birçok şey de bana, daha önce okuduğum gençlik distopyalarını anımsattı. Sanki her yerden birer parça alınmış gibiydi. Yazarı, bir şeyleri çalmakla suçlamıyorum elbette ama etkilenmek ve etkilendiğini de fark etmemek o kadar kolay ki.
Birbirine aşık olan en yakın arkadaşlar (ama kız önceden erkeğin başkasını sevdiğini düşünüyor çünkü neden olmasın?), baskıcı ve sadece "kötü olmak için kötü olan" yöneticiler, oralarda bir yerlerde bir direniş, karakterlerimizin ailelerinden insanların bu direnişin içinde olması, ölü sanılan karakterin yaşaması, 16 yaşındaki bir kızın isyan çıkartması? ya da isyan için gerekli kişi olması, "sen bizim için çok değerlisin" tavrı.
Say say bitmez. Şimdi bunlar ayrı ayrı ele alındığı zaman hepsi o kadar korkunç klişeler değil. Ama hepsini aynı kitaba koyduğunuz zaman kitaptan bir şeyler götürüyorlar. Işık Tutsakları'na olanlardan bir tanesi buydu.
Beni rahatsız eden bir başka şey de, Orion ve Dram'in başına gelen kötü şeylerin hepsinin, üzerinde "Biz şanslı olanlarız," yazan bir tabela yüzünden gelmiş olması.
Şimdi durum şu ki, Işık Tutsakları'nın dünyasında Astlar ve Asliler diye iki grup var. Astlar, bizim sıradan köle haklımız ve bu insanlar, radyasyona biraz daha dayanıklılar. Asliler de Açlık Oyunları'ndaki Capitol halkı olarak düşünülebilir (ama renkler ve bütün o abartıdan uzak bir şekilde. Aslında bu kitapta Aslilerin nasıl insanlar olduğuna dair hiçbir fikirmiz yok çünkü). Beşinci Kasaba'daki Astların görevi, cirium denen bir madeni çıkartmak. Az önce bahsettiğim tabela da maden girişlerinde duran ve radyasyondan zehirlenip ölmedikleri için "şanslı olduklarını" iddia eden tabela.
(Zaten Ast ve Asli diye ikiye ayrılıyor olmalarına hiç gelmeyeceğim. Yetti artık.)
Kızımız bir gün öfkelenip o tabelayı kazmasıyla deviriyor, madenciler de ona tezahürat ediyor. Sonra herkes işinin başına, madenine ve cirium aramaya dönüyor. Tüm olay bu. Gerçekten. Zaten akşama tabelayı yerine koymuş oluyorlar. Ama kızı uygunca cezalandıracaklarına önce kasabadaki tümmadencileri mağaracıları en zor tünel olan Dokuzuncu Tünel'e gönderiyorlar.
Ya siz manyak mısınız? Elinizde zaten üç beş adam var, onlar ölürse kim kazacak cirium'unuzu? Bu cezayı hiç düşündünüz mü? Hayır bir de bunun ardından başka olaylar oluyor, sonra 6-7 kişilik bir grubu daha da korkunç bir yer olan Dördüncü Kordon'a yolluyorlar. Tamam siz bunu yapın, zaten elinizde Dokuzuncu Tünel'i kazabilen yüz binlerce insan var, birkaçı ölse ne olur. (Ellerinde bu işi yapabilen sadece 2 insan var.)
KAFAMI KIRACAĞIM NİYE BU KADAR APTAL BU YÖNETİCİLER.
Neyse öhöm. Kitapta beni rahatsız eden bir başka şey de, içine girmenin çok zor olmasıydı. İlk 50-100 sayfa kadar süre boyunca hiçbir şeyi anlamadım. Kavramlar, karakterler, mekanlar, hayat kuralları falan derken çorbaya döndü kafam. Yazar, karmaşık dünyasını okuyucuya kafa karıştırmayacak şekilde anlatmayı pek başaramamış.
Karakterleri de hiç umursayamadım açıkçası. Ne Dram'in ne de Orion'un hayatta kalıp kalmaması umurumda değildi. Durum böyle olunca onların başından geçen şeyler beni heyecanlandırmayı ya da korkutmayı hiç başaramadı.
Ama şimdi Sezar'ın hakkı Sezar'a, Jenny Moyer bir gençlik distopyasına göre bayağı ac��masızdı ve bu açıdan bana Game of Thrones'u anımsattı. Kitap boyunca 4-5 karaktere veda ettik ve bunlardan bir kısmı da ana karakterlerimiz için epey önem taşıyan karakterlerdi. Bir kısmı çok umursamadığımız yan karakterlerdi tabii ama bunu boş verin. Karakterlerine kıyamayan yazarlardan biri değil Jenny Moyer. Bu açıdan benden +1 puan aldı.
(Tabii hala kimse ana karakterle sevgilisini öldürecek kadar ileri gitmedi ama neyse. Oraya gitmeyin zaten, karakterlerini sevdiğim ve önemsediğim bir kitapta kalbim kaldıramaz.)
Bir de, kitabın çok büyük bir bölümünde neredeyse hiçbir şey olmadı, boş oturup "E hadi artık bir şey olsun da okuyalım," diye okudum sayfaları.
Sonuç olarak etkilenmedim. Sıkıldım. Ölümüne sıkıldım. Bir başkası kesinlikle benim sevdiğimden daha çok sevecektir bu kitabı çünkü genel olarak hiç benlik olmadığına karar verdim. Distopya seviyorsanız okuyabilirsiniz belki. Ya da kitap ilginizi çekiyorsa.
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Sorun şu ki, yazarın yarattığı dünya ne kadar farklı olursa olsun, karakterler birbirinin aynısı, olay örgüsü de ondan önce gelen distopyalarla benzer olduktan sonra ben kitaptan zevk alamıyorum. Bunu eğer Işık Tutsakları'nı okumaya başlamadan önce fark etmiş olsaydım, galiba bu kitaba el atarken iki kere düşünürdüm. Çünkü elimizdeki durum cidden bu: Jenny Moyen'in yarattığı post-apokaliptik dünya, şu ana kadar gördüklerimden epey farklı ve bu durum kitaba epey özgün bir hava katıyor.
Ama onun dışında birçok şey de bana, daha önce okuduğum gençlik distopyalarını anımsattı. Sanki her yerden birer parça alınmış gibiydi. Yazarı, bir şeyleri çalmakla suçlamıyorum elbette ama etkilenmek ve etkilendiğini de fark etmemek o kadar kolay ki.
Birbirine aşık olan en yakın arkadaşlar (ama kız önceden erkeğin başkasını sevdiğini düşünüyor çünkü neden olmasın?), baskıcı ve sadece "kötü olmak için kötü olan" yöneticiler, oralarda bir yerlerde bir direniş, karakterlerimizin ailelerinden insanların bu direnişin içinde olması, ölü sanılan karakterin yaşaması, 16 yaşındaki bir kızın isyan çıkartması? ya da isyan için gerekli kişi olması, "sen bizim için çok değerlisin" tavrı.
Say say bitmez. Şimdi bunlar ayrı ayrı ele alındığı zaman hepsi o kadar korkunç klişeler değil. Ama hepsini aynı kitaba koyduğunuz zaman kitaptan bir şeyler götürüyorlar. Işık Tutsakları'na olanlardan bir tanesi buydu.
Beni rahatsız eden bir başka şey de, Orion ve Dram'in başına gelen kötü şeylerin hepsinin, üzerinde "Biz şanslı olanlarız," yazan bir tabela yüzünden gelmiş olması.
Şimdi durum şu ki, Işık Tutsakları'nın dünyasında Astlar ve Asliler diye iki grup var. Astlar, bizim sıradan köle haklımız ve bu insanlar, radyasyona biraz daha dayanıklılar. Asliler de Açlık Oyunları'ndaki Capitol halkı olarak düşünülebilir (ama renkler ve bütün o abartıdan uzak bir şekilde. Aslında bu kitapta Aslilerin nasıl insanlar olduğuna dair hiçbir fikirmiz yok çünkü). Beşinci Kasaba'daki Astların görevi, cirium denen bir madeni çıkartmak. Az önce bahsettiğim tabela da maden girişlerinde duran ve radyasyondan zehirlenip ölmedikleri için "şanslı olduklarını" iddia eden tabela.
(Zaten Ast ve Asli diye ikiye ayrılıyor olmalarına hiç gelmeyeceğim. Yetti artık.)
Kızımız bir gün öfkelenip o tabelayı kazmasıyla deviriyor, madenciler de ona tezahürat ediyor. Sonra herkes işinin başına, madenine ve cirium aramaya dönüyor. Tüm olay bu. Gerçekten. Zaten akşama tabelayı yerine koymuş oluyorlar. Ama kızı uygunca cezalandıracaklarına önce kasabadaki tüm
Ya siz manyak mısınız? Elinizde zaten üç beş adam var, onlar ölürse kim kazacak cirium'unuzu? Bu cezayı hiç düşündünüz mü? Hayır bir de bunun ardından başka olaylar oluyor, sonra 6-7 kişilik bir grubu daha da korkunç bir yer olan Dördüncü Kordon'a yolluyorlar. Tamam siz bunu yapın, zaten elinizde Dokuzuncu Tünel'i kazabilen yüz binlerce insan var, birkaçı ölse ne olur. (Ellerinde bu işi yapabilen sadece 2 insan var.)
KAFAMI KIRACAĞIM NİYE BU KADAR APTAL BU YÖNETİCİLER.
Neyse öhöm. Kitapta beni rahatsız eden bir başka şey de, içine girmenin çok zor olmasıydı. İlk 50-100 sayfa kadar süre boyunca hiçbir şeyi anlamadım. Kavramlar, karakterler, mekanlar, hayat kuralları falan derken çorbaya döndü kafam. Yazar, karmaşık dünyasını okuyucuya kafa karıştırmayacak şekilde anlatmayı pek başaramamış.
Karakterleri de hiç umursayamadım açıkçası. Ne Dram'in ne de Orion'un hayatta kalıp kalmaması umurumda değildi. Durum böyle olunca onların başından geçen şeyler beni heyecanlandırmayı ya da korkutmayı hiç başaramadı.
Ama şimdi Sezar'ın hakkı Sezar'a, Jenny Moyer bir gençlik distopyasına göre bayağı ac��masızdı ve bu açıdan bana Game of Thrones'u anımsattı. Kitap boyunca 4-5 karaktere veda ettik ve bunlardan bir kısmı da ana karakterlerimiz için epey önem taşıyan karakterlerdi. Bir kısmı çok umursamadığımız yan karakterlerdi tabii ama bunu boş verin. Karakterlerine kıyamayan yazarlardan biri değil Jenny Moyer. Bu açıdan benden +1 puan aldı.
(Tabii hala kimse ana karakterle sevgilisini öldürecek kadar ileri gitmedi ama neyse. Oraya gitmeyin zaten, karakterlerini sevdiğim ve önemsediğim bir kitapta kalbim kaldıramaz.)
Bir de, kitabın çok büyük bir bölümünde neredeyse hiçbir şey olmadı, boş oturup "E hadi artık bir şey olsun da okuyalım," diye okudum sayfaları.
Sonuç olarak etkilenmedim. Sıkıldım. Ölümüne sıkıldım. Bir başkası kesinlikle benim sevdiğimden daha çok sevecektir bu kitabı çünkü genel olarak hiç benlik olmadığına karar verdim. Distopya seviyorsanız okuyabilirsiniz belki. Ya da kitap ilginizi çekiyorsa.
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November 17, 2016
*2.5
Alright here's the thing. This book was super interesting and had a pretty cool concept. It's a post apocalyptic type thing that is set in a world plagued by radiation. The only way to protect from radiation is to mine this special stuff called Cirium. And of course the world is separated between the lowly, basically slave minors called "Subpars" (who can kinda withstand the radiation) and the well off people called "Naturals" (who cannot withstand radiation at all) that get to enjoy all the benefits of Cirium in their nice protected city. Our main character Orion is the top Cirium minor in her certain "outpost". It also follows her best friend Dram as they try to survive in the mines (where some scary shit goes down due to radiation evolving some terrifying creatures) and rebel against the government that is oppressing them. This story had a lot of potential, but I'm sorry to say it just wasn't for me.
First off, this story went a million different directions. Orion and Dram literally went all over this world. It felt a bit chaotic. Many time I was thinking to myself "Seriously? They are being taken to another place?" Each new place they went promised to be even more brutal and awful than the previous. It got a bit old after the first 5 places they went. Along with this, I had absolutely had no time to get connected to any side characters because either a) they would be killed off or b) Orion and Dram would just leave them. I was also quite confused about the setup for this book. It used a bunch of new language to describe certain structures and for the life of me I didn't get it. I just couldn't picture it at all.
I did enjoy Dram and Orion's relationship. I'm always a sucker for best friendships that might-lead-to-something-more. They get me every time. I loved how protective they were of each other and kinda wish I had a best friend like them. I also think alot of things were left not explained. I'm fairly certain there's going to be a sequel because the ending was very open and called for one. That might be why I was left thinking "Umm are we not going to address this problem...?" Anyway, overall it wasn't really my thing. I think this world and story has a lot of room to expand and be a lot better in books to come (if there are any). Once I meet this author in a few days, maybe some of my questions will be answered! =)
Alright here's the thing. This book was super interesting and had a pretty cool concept. It's a post apocalyptic type thing that is set in a world plagued by radiation. The only way to protect from radiation is to mine this special stuff called Cirium. And of course the world is separated between the lowly, basically slave minors called "Subpars" (who can kinda withstand the radiation) and the well off people called "Naturals" (who cannot withstand radiation at all) that get to enjoy all the benefits of Cirium in their nice protected city. Our main character Orion is the top Cirium minor in her certain "outpost". It also follows her best friend Dram as they try to survive in the mines (where some scary shit goes down due to radiation evolving some terrifying creatures) and rebel against the government that is oppressing them. This story had a lot of potential, but I'm sorry to say it just wasn't for me.
First off, this story went a million different directions. Orion and Dram literally went all over this world. It felt a bit chaotic. Many time I was thinking to myself "Seriously? They are being taken to another place?" Each new place they went promised to be even more brutal and awful than the previous. It got a bit old after the first 5 places they went. Along with this, I had absolutely had no time to get connected to any side characters because either a) they would be killed off or b) Orion and Dram would just leave them. I was also quite confused about the setup for this book. It used a bunch of new language to describe certain structures and for the life of me I didn't get it. I just couldn't picture it at all.
I did enjoy Dram and Orion's relationship. I'm always a sucker for best friendships that might-lead-to-something-more. They get me every time. I loved how protective they were of each other and kinda wish I had a best friend like them. I also think alot of things were left not explained. I'm fairly certain there's going to be a sequel because the ending was very open and called for one. That might be why I was left thinking "Umm are we not going to address this problem...?" Anyway, overall it wasn't really my thing. I think this world and story has a lot of room to expand and be a lot better in books to come (if there are any). Once I meet this author in a few days, maybe some of my questions will be answered! =)
February 17, 2017
3.5/5
OK, so here is what for me worked and what didn't.
Orion is a badass girl that has to mine cirium in the tunnels with others to keep people safe from the curtain's radioactive particles.
She can earn her freedom by reaching 400 grams, then she can be transferred to the protected city. But is there actually a safe city out there and can really Subpars reach that city?
This plot sounds SO interesting, it has SO much potential!
The problem that I found is that I couldn't get into the world because for me the writing style and the world building were a little messy.
It was difficult to remember what happened in the book only a few hours later.
I only cared for the two main characters that I liked a lot, all the others were just names and cameos, they were pretty flat.
This girl, Orion, was everywhere and sometimes I lost track on where she was, everything was happening too fast, she was jumping a little too much here and there in this world.
Overall I LOVED the idea and concept, but it wasn't developed as I hoped.
I will read for sure the sequel if there's ever going to be one, because I want to explore this world more, I want to get more details hopefully with less hurry ;)
"Nos Sumus Fortunati"
OK, so here is what for me worked and what didn't.
Orion is a badass girl that has to mine cirium in the tunnels with others to keep people safe from the curtain's radioactive particles.
She can earn her freedom by reaching 400 grams, then she can be transferred to the protected city. But is there actually a safe city out there and can really Subpars reach that city?
This plot sounds SO interesting, it has SO much potential!
The problem that I found is that I couldn't get into the world because for me the writing style and the world building were a little messy.
It was difficult to remember what happened in the book only a few hours later.
I only cared for the two main characters that I liked a lot, all the others were just names and cameos, they were pretty flat.
This girl, Orion, was everywhere and sometimes I lost track on where she was, everything was happening too fast, she was jumping a little too much here and there in this world.
Overall I LOVED the idea and concept, but it wasn't developed as I hoped.
I will read for sure the sequel if there's ever going to be one, because I want to explore this world more, I want to get more details hopefully with less hurry ;)
July 21, 2016
Wow! I loved every page of this intense, romantic scifi story!
FLASHFALL introduces us to Orion, the lead ore scout at her outpost in a world that has been shattered by radiation fallout. Orion and her climbing partner Dram spend their days below ground, mining for cirium, a tremendously valuable resource to their city-state. Having evolved for generations within the radiation belt, only the Subpars are capable of withstanding the highly corrosive, life-threatening tunnels where cirium is mined. They are miners. They are outcasts. They are about to discover that their world is built on lies.
Fans of fast-paced SFF will love FLASHFALL, which offers great characters, an amazingly original world, and a love story to pin your heart on. Thanks to Jenny Moyer for giving her readers such an incredible ride--We are the fortunate ones!
(I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.)
FLASHFALL introduces us to Orion, the lead ore scout at her outpost in a world that has been shattered by radiation fallout. Orion and her climbing partner Dram spend their days below ground, mining for cirium, a tremendously valuable resource to their city-state. Having evolved for generations within the radiation belt, only the Subpars are capable of withstanding the highly corrosive, life-threatening tunnels where cirium is mined. They are miners. They are outcasts. They are about to discover that their world is built on lies.
Fans of fast-paced SFF will love FLASHFALL, which offers great characters, an amazingly original world, and a love story to pin your heart on. Thanks to Jenny Moyer for giving her readers such an incredible ride--We are the fortunate ones!
(I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.)
December 9, 2016
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This was a surprising book for me! I went into it mostly blind, so I wasn't sure what to expect. Despite that, Flashfall deemed itself to be an engaging and action-packed sci-fi novel.
Flashfall takes place in a dystopian society where residents in the Outposts have to mine cirium. By mining 400 grams, the Subpars--who are the people that can stand the radiation of the flash curtains in the mines--will have earned their way into the protected city. Orion believed this to be true for most of her life, but when she finds out that it's been a lie, and that she's never getting out, seeds of rebellion start with her. Despite the consequences her actions bring, Orion and Dram, her mining partner, fight for their freedom and to see the sky she's always dreamed of.
It's been a while since I've read a dystopian novel, but Flashfall is different entirely than those others I've read. It doesn't take place in space, but rather in a bleak future where radiation affects its citizens and most of it takes place underground. I really enjoyed this aspect because Moyer definitely created a good atmosphere for the story within those mines.
Flashfall has non-stop action throughout. I don't think there was ever a moment where Orion could just relax, not one small moment of relief. Time and time again, she and Dram were tested, both by officials and by the dangerous mines they had to make their way into to mine cirium. Things are constantly happening and there are definitely a lot of near death experiences for both Orion and Dram--so if you're looking for action, I would recommend this book.
I really liked the characters, especially Orion! She was such a fighter, such a selfless and strong person. She always fought for what was right and for the people she cared about, even when it was a risk to herself. Orion put herself on the line countless of times, sometimes barely scraping out of the situation alive.
Which brings me to Dram. Dram is Orion's mining partner and the guy she happens to like. Buuuut, before I talk about their romance, I need to emphasise how amazing they work together. Dram always has her back. Always. He's there whenever she needs him just as she's there for him. They know how to work together so well that they've created an amazing bond with one another and I loved that Moyer included that before a real romantic relationship. But that isn't to say I didn't like them together-together--I did! The two were a force to be reckoned and I'm really glad they manage to stay with each other.
My only complaint would be the writing. While I loved how the author built her world and her characters, the word building sometimes kept me from being fully invested in the story. It was that the prose was too flowery or too vague... it was that, sometimes, there was a certain flatness to it. When something huge was happening, the writing didn't really create as much tension or emotion as I would've hoped--if that makes sense. I also found myself reading several passages over and over to make sense of what was happening.
Despite that, though, Jenny Moyer wrote a really great debut full of action and science fiction. It definitely warrants a read! Overall, 3.5 stars!
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This was a surprising book for me! I went into it mostly blind, so I wasn't sure what to expect. Despite that, Flashfall deemed itself to be an engaging and action-packed sci-fi novel.
Flashfall takes place in a dystopian society where residents in the Outposts have to mine cirium. By mining 400 grams, the Subpars--who are the people that can stand the radiation of the flash curtains in the mines--will have earned their way into the protected city. Orion believed this to be true for most of her life, but when she finds out that it's been a lie, and that she's never getting out, seeds of rebellion start with her. Despite the consequences her actions bring, Orion and Dram, her mining partner, fight for their freedom and to see the sky she's always dreamed of.
It's been a while since I've read a dystopian novel, but Flashfall is different entirely than those others I've read. It doesn't take place in space, but rather in a bleak future where radiation affects its citizens and most of it takes place underground. I really enjoyed this aspect because Moyer definitely created a good atmosphere for the story within those mines.
Flashfall has non-stop action throughout. I don't think there was ever a moment where Orion could just relax, not one small moment of relief. Time and time again, she and Dram were tested, both by officials and by the dangerous mines they had to make their way into to mine cirium. Things are constantly happening and there are definitely a lot of near death experiences for both Orion and Dram--so if you're looking for action, I would recommend this book.
I really liked the characters, especially Orion! She was such a fighter, such a selfless and strong person. She always fought for what was right and for the people she cared about, even when it was a risk to herself. Orion put herself on the line countless of times, sometimes barely scraping out of the situation alive.
Which brings me to Dram. Dram is Orion's mining partner and the guy she happens to like. Buuuut, before I talk about their romance, I need to emphasise how amazing they work together. Dram always has her back. Always. He's there whenever she needs him just as she's there for him. They know how to work together so well that they've created an amazing bond with one another and I loved that Moyer included that before a real romantic relationship. But that isn't to say I didn't like them together-together--I did! The two were a force to be reckoned and I'm really glad they manage to stay with each other.
My only complaint would be the writing. While I loved how the author built her world and her characters, the word building sometimes kept me from being fully invested in the story. It was that the prose was too flowery or too vague... it was that, sometimes, there was a certain flatness to it. When something huge was happening, the writing didn't really create as much tension or emotion as I would've hoped--if that makes sense. I also found myself reading several passages over and over to make sense of what was happening.
Despite that, though, Jenny Moyer wrote a really great debut full of action and science fiction. It definitely warrants a read! Overall, 3.5 stars!
June 13, 2019
Kitapta heyecan aksiyon hiç bitmez mi ya her sayfa bir maceraydi🤭 isimlere bayıldım resmen cirium ışık tutsakları Orion Dram çok güzel farkli terimlerdi en çok bunu sevdim🤩 ama o pisliği duvardan duvara çarpıp öldürmek de istedim istemedim değil ohh olsun 🙏 distopik kitaplar severseniz alın okuyun hemen biraz daha büyü olsaydı içinde benim için tadından yenmezdi ya neyse🙄
March 31, 2021
This book was pretty amazing. FLASHFALL did for miners, what RED RISING did for Mars. It had the same gritty feeling and strife for people mining in fear. This book is an absolutely splendid read. I was on the edge of my seat completely absorbed in this original story about a world divided by a flashfall. The flashfall is a literal wall of radiation that separates Orion and her people from a better world. In order to get out they must mine 400 grams of cirium, which is what keeps people alive. Orion lives in a grey, dangerous world. She have never even seen the sky. Orion and her partner Dram carve the mines to find cirium, in the hopes that they get enough to earn passage into a better life.
“Nos sumus fortunati.”
(We are the fortunate ones)
Orion is in a pretty bad situation. Her mother is dead. So of course she follows in her footsteps and becomes a miner like she was. She is the lead ore scout. Together with Dram, they are the best scouters of cirium. Orion is the best sort of female heroine. She is brave and a bit impulsive. I loved her inability to keep her mouth shut. Dram and Orion enjoy a slow burn kind of romance that made so much sense.
This book is set in dark place, with danger all around. It seems a bit horrible to be so excited about a book where people suffer radiation burns, but it is so well described. With an undercurrent of hope, Orion and Dram travel all over this world. They encounter strange things and horrifying creatures. I actually had the heebie-gebies at one point and had to put the book down. So much imagination in this story.
The only negative I could say about this book is that it seemed like it jumped around a bit at some points. Also, I got so confused about the cordons and outposts. I suppose it could be that I didn’t follow the map correctly. I have ordered the hardcover of this book so when I re-read it, and I will re-read this (even though i never ever re-read anything), I can follow along on the map. It is too close to be sure if it was just me being over eager to get through the story, or if was actually an issue with the writing. I am assuming it was me.
The feelings I have for this book cannot be adequately described in this review. Just know, I am giving this my highest recommendation to science fiction YA and dystopian YA fans. This is a must read for anyone who enjoys action packed writing.
August 6, 2016
What a wonderful debut novel! I loved this sci-fi/fantasy-ish dystopian novel! Jenny has created an awesomely freaky but super cool world and I loved all the characters! Especially Orion and Dram (swoons)! I'm really hoping this isn't a stand alone I need more!!!!!
Want to read
October 17, 2014Red Rising for teens? Hmm... Red Rising could technically be cross-over, so I'm wondering if this would be aimed mostly towards younger teens in particular. Either way, I'm interested! :D
November 14, 2016
You can find the full review and all the fancy and/or randomness that accompanies it at It Starts at Midnight
Flashfall is definitely one of the best books I have read this fall. I was excited when I first heard the premise, because it is totally my kind of book. And good news, it totally lived up to the hype I created for it in my own head, so YAY! Because let's face it, that is the hardest hype to live up to ;)
What did I love about the book? Let's talk about it!
I loved that Orion and Dram were BOTH strong and badass characters- neither of them had to "carry" the other, they both had strengths, and they both had weaknesses. They complimented each other perfectly, and I loved their complex relationship.
The side characters were so great! There was a lot of family relationship focus too, which was great, especially in such a bleak society. Honestly, so many of them were heroes in subtle ways. And despite the hard lives they lead, they really cared about their loved ones.
The atmosphere was incredible. I felt the desperation of the characters, the awfulness of this place. The author did such a great job of not just painting the landscape as barren and miserable, but the situations the characters had to endure were as well. The society was hellish, but the characters themselves gave me, as a reader, pockets of hope in an otherwise seemingly hopeless setting.
It was flat out compulsively readable! I never wanted to put it down, I wanted to know what happened next. I was incredibly invested in the story, and some of the plot twists I had definitely not seen coming! When I first finished, the second book hadn't been formally announced and I was so sad because there needed to be more to the story. So I was conflicted, as you are. Then, as Istalked perused Goodreads, I saw that joy of joys, there was to be a sequel! And I may have squealed a little, but that's okay, it's just because I liked the book that much.
My only minor issue with the book is that I had hoped for a bit more background on the world. While the world building itself was solid, I was a little confused on a couple of things, the "where" and "when" of the situation. But that is really the ONLY negative. And, since there will be a sequel that could answer these questions, I am not going to let it affect my rating.
Bottom Line: This is probably a 4.75 star, but because I really liked it, I am going to go ahead and rate with my heart and give it the full five. I enjoyed it, I need the next one, and I am going to buy a finished copy ASAP, which means, yeah, I recommend this one for sure, especially if you're a fan of the genre!
Flashfall is definitely one of the best books I have read this fall. I was excited when I first heard the premise, because it is totally my kind of book. And good news, it totally lived up to the hype I created for it in my own head, so YAY! Because let's face it, that is the hardest hype to live up to ;)
What did I love about the book? Let's talk about it!
I loved that Orion and Dram were BOTH strong and badass characters- neither of them had to "carry" the other, they both had strengths, and they both had weaknesses. They complimented each other perfectly, and I loved their complex relationship.
The side characters were so great! There was a lot of family relationship focus too, which was great, especially in such a bleak society. Honestly, so many of them were heroes in subtle ways. And despite the hard lives they lead, they really cared about their loved ones.
The atmosphere was incredible. I felt the desperation of the characters, the awfulness of this place. The author did such a great job of not just painting the landscape as barren and miserable, but the situations the characters had to endure were as well. The society was hellish, but the characters themselves gave me, as a reader, pockets of hope in an otherwise seemingly hopeless setting.
It was flat out compulsively readable! I never wanted to put it down, I wanted to know what happened next. I was incredibly invested in the story, and some of the plot twists I had definitely not seen coming! When I first finished, the second book hadn't been formally announced and I was so sad because there needed to be more to the story. So I was conflicted, as you are. Then, as I
My only minor issue with the book is that I had hoped for a bit more background on the world. While the world building itself was solid, I was a little confused on a couple of things, the "where" and "when" of the situation. But that is really the ONLY negative. And, since there will be a sequel that could answer these questions, I am not going to let it affect my rating.
Bottom Line: This is probably a 4.75 star, but because I really liked it, I am going to go ahead and rate with my heart and give it the full five. I enjoyed it, I need the next one, and I am going to buy a finished copy ASAP, which means, yeah, I recommend this one for sure, especially if you're a fan of the genre!
March 14, 2021
Full Review on The Candid Cover
When I first saw Flashfall, I was not expecting it to be as amazingly complex as it is. This is a story about mining and survival, something I have never read before. The main character in this book adds to the enjoyment as she is selfless, brave, and clever. The setting is truly awesome and actually so believable. I would consider this a definite must-read.
Flashfall has got to be one of the most unique books I’ve read this year. This story is all about mining, but for survival. The characters in this book must mine, hoping to earn 400 grams of cirium to earn their way to safety. There are so many scientific aspects and new technology used for mining that I found so interesting to read about. Sci fi is one of my favourite genres and this book is definitely a good pick for those who are interested in this genre.
Orion, the main character in Flashfall, is so strong and has amazing stamina. She is put in life-threatening situations every single day, but tries her hardest to ensure survival for to only herself, but her other teammates as well. One of my favourites of Orion’s traits is her ability to outsmart all of her enemies. Her well-formulated plans and wit make her very entertaining to read and add some humour to the book. A good character really affects my enjoyment of a novel and I am glad to be able to say that Orion really is an amazing protagonist.
The world of Flashfall is incredibly complex and well-written. The way that the caves and conditions of the Outposts are written makes them actually believable, which I know can be very difficult to pull off. Jenny Moyer has created a world so full of danger and mystery, that the reader can’t help but admire. If you are looking for a book that can actually transport you to another world, Flashfall is the read for you!
Flashfall is a survival story about mining and contains a clever and brave main character. The world is absolutely incredible and so believable. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone!
When I first saw Flashfall, I was not expecting it to be as amazingly complex as it is. This is a story about mining and survival, something I have never read before. The main character in this book adds to the enjoyment as she is selfless, brave, and clever. The setting is truly awesome and actually so believable. I would consider this a definite must-read.
Flashfall has got to be one of the most unique books I’ve read this year. This story is all about mining, but for survival. The characters in this book must mine, hoping to earn 400 grams of cirium to earn their way to safety. There are so many scientific aspects and new technology used for mining that I found so interesting to read about. Sci fi is one of my favourite genres and this book is definitely a good pick for those who are interested in this genre.
Orion, the main character in Flashfall, is so strong and has amazing stamina. She is put in life-threatening situations every single day, but tries her hardest to ensure survival for to only herself, but her other teammates as well. One of my favourites of Orion’s traits is her ability to outsmart all of her enemies. Her well-formulated plans and wit make her very entertaining to read and add some humour to the book. A good character really affects my enjoyment of a novel and I am glad to be able to say that Orion really is an amazing protagonist.
The world of Flashfall is incredibly complex and well-written. The way that the caves and conditions of the Outposts are written makes them actually believable, which I know can be very difficult to pull off. Jenny Moyer has created a world so full of danger and mystery, that the reader can’t help but admire. If you are looking for a book that can actually transport you to another world, Flashfall is the read for you!
Flashfall is a survival story about mining and contains a clever and brave main character. The world is absolutely incredible and so believable. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone!
October 25, 2016
Find this review on Happy Indulgence!
Thank you MacMillan for the review copy!
Flashfall is the epitome of what I adore about science fiction and dystopian books. We have a social hierarchy, a world that’s causing the death of humans, and a main character who’s willing to carry out revolution to save the people who are treated unjustly. I haven’t read as many science fiction books as I would have liked this past year, but I’ve read enough to become enthralled by the new ideas Flashfall brings to YA literature. In Orion’s world, a flash curtain has appeared that creates immense radiation levels that cause people to die, or slowly become immune to some of it – a Subpar. It also divides the mining outposts and the protected city of Alara. Already this schism creates a gap between the different people of the world.
"My father would call it something different – bioadaptability. That’s really what we Subpars are, adapted to the curtain’s fallout and resistant to its elements in ways that Naturals aren’t."
Orion is the lead ore scout of Outpost Five, and her and her mining partner Dram’s goals are to mine 400 grams of cirrium, the element that negates the effects of radiation. Once they complete that, they get to enter the protected city of Alara, never having to mine again. But… things aren’t all that simple. The Congress, who dictates their livelihood, are not that nice and don’t take well with misconduct. Orion’s stubborn and willful nature clashes with their representatives throughout the book as she searches for a better lifestyle for her and her people. This behavior leads to consequences where survival, sacrifice, and fear becomes a dominant part of the people’s lives.
"The director is sending us down nine to teach us a lesson. He expects cavers to die completing a nearly impossible task. If we pull this off, it will say more than breaking the sign ever could.
It would show that we are more than what the Congress tells us we are."
Moyer brings readers to one startling and gripping event to the other, leaving us on the edges of our seats. The pace is continuous and quick, allowing for a quick read where you can’t help but devour the words the find out what happens next. In the tunnels, Orion and Dram have to deal with deadly predators like mutant, venomous bats and violent gulls that easily become the death of them. Eventually they get sent past Outpost Five and travel even farther from there to discover the secrets that Congress hides from them to continue to control and manipulate them. There’s also an emphasis on family that corresponds to their survival, as Orion and Dram follow their dead parents’ footsteps and finds out that their parents knew more than they were saying before their death. (Except Orion’s dad, who’s still alive and important to the plot.)
"Maybe I am the hunter my mother named me for. Perhaps I’ll find the flash dust we need to survive the night.
Hope.
The word whirls through me, elusive, burning, and powerful."
There are numerous characters who come and go throughout the story as well, tugging at our heartstrings when they fight and resist for freedom and for some, breaking our hearts as they sacrifice their life for the continuation of the resistance. I was a little disappointed that after the initial introduction to the world, Orion and Dram get transported to places where they have to fight for their lives in a reminiscent way to the other dystopians out there. The call for rebellion was already something I expected (being a science fiction story featuring an unfair social hierarchy), but survival against other humans brought it too close to the numerous others out there. As the characters delved farther from the mines and more revelations came, I felt like the story started becoming more predictable in terms of its twists.
There are also people called Conjurers that can manipulate the natural elements in the story, and I feel like they’ll become more important in the sequel. Either way, I’m hoping that the next discoveries we take stray from the usual things we see in dystopian novels. I have high hopes, considering the way the author set up the resolution of this story. And I will be highly anticipating the release of the sequel as well! Orion and Dram have definitely become characters close to my heart.
"Maybe I’m not like the glass, after all. Maybe I’m the point of an axe, strong enough to shatter cirrium."
The romance was slow to develop yet so important and never precedes the battle of survival that the characters have to endure. It’s drama-free and builds up gradually as the characters realize how significant they’ve become to the other throughout all their years of mining and trusting each other with their lives. Rather than causing strife and separation, the romance allows the characters to become stronger with the other by their side. Dram and Orion are both tough on their own, but draw up strength from the other to carry out their goals. (And yes, their relationship is goals).
It’s been so long since I’ve read a science-fiction/dystopian that calls for the uprising of the minorities, and Flashfall is perfect to fill up what I’ve been missing. Fans of action, revolution, and characters who are ready and willing to take up a stand for justice need to check this one out. There’s also a superb romance in the backdrop that never hinders the plot, just enhances it, and exhilarating scenes that keep you on your toes and ready to flip to the next page. Orion was a great character that fell in the labels of “special snowflake” at rare times but for the most part had a resilient and sometimes impetuous character that’s daring enough to break the boundaries of oppression. I adored every minute of this book, and dystopian fans will, too.
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9/25/16:
*4.5 stars!!!! CRIES BECAUSE SO MANY FEELS
Thank you MacMillan for the review copy!
Flashfall is the epitome of what I adore about science fiction and dystopian books. We have a social hierarchy, a world that’s causing the death of humans, and a main character who’s willing to carry out revolution to save the people who are treated unjustly. I haven’t read as many science fiction books as I would have liked this past year, but I’ve read enough to become enthralled by the new ideas Flashfall brings to YA literature. In Orion’s world, a flash curtain has appeared that creates immense radiation levels that cause people to die, or slowly become immune to some of it – a Subpar. It also divides the mining outposts and the protected city of Alara. Already this schism creates a gap between the different people of the world.
"My father would call it something different – bioadaptability. That’s really what we Subpars are, adapted to the curtain’s fallout and resistant to its elements in ways that Naturals aren’t."
Orion is the lead ore scout of Outpost Five, and her and her mining partner Dram’s goals are to mine 400 grams of cirrium, the element that negates the effects of radiation. Once they complete that, they get to enter the protected city of Alara, never having to mine again. But… things aren’t all that simple. The Congress, who dictates their livelihood, are not that nice and don’t take well with misconduct. Orion’s stubborn and willful nature clashes with their representatives throughout the book as she searches for a better lifestyle for her and her people. This behavior leads to consequences where survival, sacrifice, and fear becomes a dominant part of the people’s lives.
"The director is sending us down nine to teach us a lesson. He expects cavers to die completing a nearly impossible task. If we pull this off, it will say more than breaking the sign ever could.
It would show that we are more than what the Congress tells us we are."
Moyer brings readers to one startling and gripping event to the other, leaving us on the edges of our seats. The pace is continuous and quick, allowing for a quick read where you can’t help but devour the words the find out what happens next. In the tunnels, Orion and Dram have to deal with deadly predators like mutant, venomous bats and violent gulls that easily become the death of them. Eventually they get sent past Outpost Five and travel even farther from there to discover the secrets that Congress hides from them to continue to control and manipulate them. There’s also an emphasis on family that corresponds to their survival, as Orion and Dram follow their dead parents’ footsteps and finds out that their parents knew more than they were saying before their death. (Except Orion’s dad, who’s still alive and important to the plot.)
"Maybe I am the hunter my mother named me for. Perhaps I’ll find the flash dust we need to survive the night.
Hope.
The word whirls through me, elusive, burning, and powerful."
There are numerous characters who come and go throughout the story as well, tugging at our heartstrings when they fight and resist for freedom and for some, breaking our hearts as they sacrifice their life for the continuation of the resistance. I was a little disappointed that after the initial introduction to the world, Orion and Dram get transported to places where they have to fight for their lives in a reminiscent way to the other dystopians out there. The call for rebellion was already something I expected (being a science fiction story featuring an unfair social hierarchy), but survival against other humans brought it too close to the numerous others out there. As the characters delved farther from the mines and more revelations came, I felt like the story started becoming more predictable in terms of its twists.
There are also people called Conjurers that can manipulate the natural elements in the story, and I feel like they’ll become more important in the sequel. Either way, I’m hoping that the next discoveries we take stray from the usual things we see in dystopian novels. I have high hopes, considering the way the author set up the resolution of this story. And I will be highly anticipating the release of the sequel as well! Orion and Dram have definitely become characters close to my heart.
"Maybe I’m not like the glass, after all. Maybe I’m the point of an axe, strong enough to shatter cirrium."
The romance was slow to develop yet so important and never precedes the battle of survival that the characters have to endure. It’s drama-free and builds up gradually as the characters realize how significant they’ve become to the other throughout all their years of mining and trusting each other with their lives. Rather than causing strife and separation, the romance allows the characters to become stronger with the other by their side. Dram and Orion are both tough on their own, but draw up strength from the other to carry out their goals. (And yes, their relationship is goals).
It’s been so long since I’ve read a science-fiction/dystopian that calls for the uprising of the minorities, and Flashfall is perfect to fill up what I’ve been missing. Fans of action, revolution, and characters who are ready and willing to take up a stand for justice need to check this one out. There’s also a superb romance in the backdrop that never hinders the plot, just enhances it, and exhilarating scenes that keep you on your toes and ready to flip to the next page. Orion was a great character that fell in the labels of “special snowflake” at rare times but for the most part had a resilient and sometimes impetuous character that’s daring enough to break the boundaries of oppression. I adored every minute of this book, and dystopian fans will, too.
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9/25/16:
*4.5 stars!!!! CRIES BECAUSE SO MANY FEELS
April 19, 2016
Crushing oppression, sci fi adventure with a hint of magic, weird geology, terrifying creatures, and an entire planet that is trying to kill you? What's not to love?
I had a lot of fun reading FLASHFALL, even though it's the kind of sci fi post-cataclysm adventure that's about a world that's been wrecked and all manner of terrible things happening to people who really don't deserve it, which doesn't sound fun AT ALL, but there's so much action it works out. The world-building is delightfully nasty and imaginative--there are critters that make my skin crawl!--and there are constant obstacles thrown up every time our beloved characters make any progress.
But I was rooting for them! Especially Orion, who is so determined to kind a better life for herself and her loved ones, even in the face of a system that is rigged to defeat her at every turn.
All in all a really enjoyable sci fi (with a big of weirdness that may or may not be magic) book that takes place in a world I find endlessly fascinating but absolutely do not ever want to visit under any circumstances. EVER.
I had a lot of fun reading FLASHFALL, even though it's the kind of sci fi post-cataclysm adventure that's about a world that's been wrecked and all manner of terrible things happening to people who really don't deserve it, which doesn't sound fun AT ALL, but there's so much action it works out. The world-building is delightfully nasty and imaginative--there are critters that make my skin crawl!--and there are constant obstacles thrown up every time our beloved characters make any progress.
But I was rooting for them! Especially Orion, who is so determined to kind a better life for herself and her loved ones, even in the face of a system that is rigged to defeat her at every turn.
All in all a really enjoyable sci fi (with a big of weirdness that may or may not be magic) book that takes place in a world I find endlessly fascinating but absolutely do not ever want to visit under any circumstances. EVER.
July 6, 2020
When it comes to the dystopian plot, I've seen it all before. There's conspiracies, there's rebellion, and there's the one teenage girl about to change society... It might all seem pretty unlikely, but Moyer's writing made me believe it and I was sucked into this book right from the start. It was just such a fun read! This book kind of proves you don't have to be the most original to write a good story. We don't watch movies for their originality either, do we? They're pretty much all based on the same formats. And there's a reason for that: it can be fun to read or watch something predictable yet entertaining. Even though it might not be all new, there were loveable characters, an action-packed plot, and good world building - although I would have liked a little more explanation at the start of the book.
August 28, 2016
As someone who is not a huge fan of dystopian fiction anymore....this was pretty terrific. Slow-burn romance. High-stakes EVERYTHING. Intense mining scenes. Loved the mineral counts at the beginning of every chapter. A standout in a sub-genre that is still a bit over-saturated imo.
And I see this being touted as a YA Red Rising...imo it's better. (Also was Red Rising not YA?)
Thanks to Macmillan for the e-arc!
And I see this being touted as a YA Red Rising...imo it's better. (Also was Red Rising not YA?)
Thanks to Macmillan for the e-arc!
dnf
August 19, 2016"Pitched as Red Rising for teens, the story tells of a girl who, with her people, is forced to mine terrifying tunnels for precious metal in return for freedom, only to realize that they've been betrayed." -Publisher's Weekly
OH HI. I NEED THIS BOOK.
OH HI. I NEED THIS BOOK.
May 8, 2017
I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Spoilers (and swearing) ahead.
It has to be me, right? Yet again, I find myself unimpressed with a book that almost everyone else is raving about.
Flashfall is the story of a Orion, who is a girl. It took me a ridiculously long time to realize that. Orion is a miner. Oh, I'm sorry. She's a caver. She's a scout (or a hunter- get it, her name is Orion and he was a hunter in Greek mythology and ahahaha the author think she's clever and makes good allusions. And now you may understand why it took me for-freaking-ever to figure out what gender Orion identified as, especially since the book is written in first person.). This means she's responsible for finding some magical sci-fi element deep in the mines ofMoria Outpost 5. This magical sci-fi element is what keeps the Capital - wait, I'm sorry. Wrong book. Keeps Alara functioning. I'm not exactly sure what caused Alara to stop functioning in the first place. I think it was nuclear fallout but don't quote me on that. Anyhow, shit happens and Orion soon realizes that Alara and its Congress aren't there to help people - instead, they have some shady ass goal that is never clearly defined and, honestly, I'm still not sure what the entire point of the book was. All I know is - when it comes to YA dysoptian lit, all roads lead to rebellion. And, more often then not, sex.
I think that this book is what could have happened to the kids from The City of Ember if they were older and had realized sooner that they were underground (oh, sorry for the spoilers for that book). Or, if the kids from that same series had to take part in the Hunger Games. It just felt like the author took every recently published dystopian novel, threw in some dirt and sci-fi terms, hit "blend," and this is the book that resulted.
Orion is like almost every heroine we've read about recently. She's tiny, fierce, and sassy. She's basically Katniss. In fact, you could replace Orion in this book with Katniss, and no one would be any wiser. Just like Katniss, Orion never learns her lesson (and that is so aggravating) and just like Katniss, people around Orion keep suffering for it.
I will give the book props for having a realistic romance between Orion and Dram. It builds naturally and, ever better, there's no real love triangle!
Regardless, that shining moment of love doesn't hide the fact that the book just... meanders all over the place, trying to figure out what's going on. I had so many moments of sheer confusion when I had no idea what was going on, where the characters were, who was alive or dead, and wait - what do you mean the book is over? The predictable plot never really had a real resolution.
Some of you are probably like "What do you mean you didn't like it?! You read it in a day!" You'd be surprised how much reading you can get done while waiting for the doctor to see you. And it's not like it's a horrible book. It's not, by any stretch of the imagination. It's just predictable.
While this book is sure to attract a ton of readers as the next great dystopian novel, it wasn't for me. The predictable plot and characters are all something I've read before. There's really nothing shiny or attention-worthy here, so this is one readers can feel free to pass on.
Spoilers (and swearing) ahead.
It has to be me, right? Yet again, I find myself unimpressed with a book that almost everyone else is raving about.
Flashfall is the story of a Orion, who is a girl. It took me a ridiculously long time to realize that. Orion is a miner. Oh, I'm sorry. She's a caver. She's a scout (or a hunter- get it, her name is Orion and he was a hunter in Greek mythology and ahahaha the author think she's clever and makes good allusions. And now you may understand why it took me for-freaking-ever to figure out what gender Orion identified as, especially since the book is written in first person.). This means she's responsible for finding some magical sci-fi element deep in the mines of
I think that this book is what could have happened to the kids from The City of Ember if they were older and had realized sooner that they were underground (oh, sorry for the spoilers for that book). Or, if the kids from that same series had to take part in the Hunger Games. It just felt like the author took every recently published dystopian novel, threw in some dirt and sci-fi terms, hit "blend," and this is the book that resulted.
Orion is like almost every heroine we've read about recently. She's tiny, fierce, and sassy. She's basically Katniss. In fact, you could replace Orion in this book with Katniss, and no one would be any wiser. Just like Katniss, Orion never learns her lesson (and that is so aggravating) and just like Katniss, people around Orion keep suffering for it.
I will give the book props for having a realistic romance between Orion and Dram. It builds naturally and, ever better, there's no real love triangle!
Regardless, that shining moment of love doesn't hide the fact that the book just... meanders all over the place, trying to figure out what's going on. I had so many moments of sheer confusion when I had no idea what was going on, where the characters were, who was alive or dead, and wait - what do you mean the book is over? The predictable plot never really had a real resolution.
Some of you are probably like "What do you mean you didn't like it?! You read it in a day!" You'd be surprised how much reading you can get done while waiting for the doctor to see you. And it's not like it's a horrible book. It's not, by any stretch of the imagination. It's just predictable.
While this book is sure to attract a ton of readers as the next great dystopian novel, it wasn't for me. The predictable plot and characters are all something I've read before. There's really nothing shiny or attention-worthy here, so this is one readers can feel free to pass on.
September 2, 2016
Easily 5 stars -- would give more if I could! The world-building, characters, all of it was so well done it kept the pages turning well past my bedtime! Absolutely loved this book and cannot wait for the second installment -- Jenny Moyer is a definite auto read author for me now!
October 27, 2016
I NEED THIS BOOK
October 16, 2022
4 ile 4,5 tan 5 arasında kaldım ama güzel bir distopyaydi.bitmeyen aksiyonu ve bazı abartılı yerleri olmasına rağmen yine beğendim.
August 15, 2017
I was surprised how much I enjoyed this book. I went in thinking that I wasn't going to enjoy it but I did. It's a decently written dystopian novel that keeps you turning the pages.
It's an action packed book with a bit of romance added in. You meet two cavern Orion and Dean they are in outpost 5 look for Cirium and trying to get enough so that they can move to Alara but not everything is as it seems..
You will not be able to put this book down as there are so many different twists you don't know what will happen.
It's an action packed book with a bit of romance added in. You meet two cavern Orion and Dean they are in outpost 5 look for Cirium and trying to get enough so that they can move to Alara but not everything is as it seems..
You will not be able to put this book down as there are so many different twists you don't know what will happen.
December 10, 2019
This book is so good I die a little. Sigh. Third time reading it and gosh, how badly I love it. So happy I decided to re-read it now. I remembered how much I loved it. Still I had forgotten just how very amazing this was. The writing is perfection. The story is all kinds of evil and horrible and full of hope. Love every piece of it.
There is so much about Flashfall that I love. Reading this story about Orion and Dram is the very best thing. I loved getting to know them again. And the world they live in. Gosh. It's set in the future, after radiation have ruined almost everything. And is still killing people, second by second. Worse were those in charge.
And I simply loved everything about this story. Eee. The book is told from the point of view of sixteen year old Orion. And Orion was the very best person. I adored her to pieces. She's all kinds of strong and brave, even despite the way that she has to live. She still have hope for a better life. Getting to know her all over again was the best thing. Orion was such a stunning character. And I loved her acts of rebellion. Even though it cost her each time. Oh. But hoping for a better life is worth all the costs. Orion goes through so very much in this book. She gets hurt so often, by creatures and by evil people, and she gets stronger each time. She does not break no matter what happens to her. And I loved her so for it all. She was also all kinds of fun and sweet.
Then there was also Dram, her better half. They are partners in this world, though not yet a couple, but it seems like they both care for each other. Which was the very best thing. Eee. We get to see their great friendship turn into more and it was the sweetest thing. I shipped them so. And they were so so perfect together. Sigh. Dram was such a perfect character too. I loved him to pieces. And getting to know him again too was the best as well. He and Orion takes such good care of each other. I loved that the most.
In this world Orion and Dram live at an outpost. They are being forced to mine the tunnels of this outpost, searching for something called cirium; which helps protect from all the radiation. If they do not mine like they are told to, six days a week, they are forfeit, left to die slowly in one of the mines. Despite not really having a choice in their life, they are still living. They are controlled all the time, but they still have some privacy. But gosh, mining these mines is no easy thing. And so many of them have died. Ahh. Shudders.
Because they die horrible deaths. These mines are filled with creatures. And they were all terrible to read about. And I loved every moment of it, haha. Orion and Dram gets hurt so often by these awful creatures. Which was awful to read about, but so good too. This book was all kinds of dark and evil. And I so loved every part of it. As it was filled with good moments and hope too. The growing romance between Orion and Dram was the sweetest thing. And made everything worth it. Every death, every hurt. My poor heart.
Every thing about this book was exciting. And every time something went wrong, and it felt like nothing worse could happen, it happened. Ha. Which I must admit was all kinds of fun to read about, haha. The story of Orion and Dram was the very best to get to know. And all the other characters in this book was interesting to get to know as well. I adored all of them. Well, except for Cranny. I wished the most horrible death on that man. Oops. He deserved it. This book was evil, but not too evil, and I was happy about that.
There is so much I could say about Flashfall. But will stop for now. I simply loved this book to pieces. It is beyond exciting and thrilling. So dark but so full of hope too. I remember some things about book two and I am so nervous about re-reading it next, as I know things get even worse. Ahh. But also so very excited. If you have not read this book yet, you are seriously missing out. It is such a stunning adventure to read about. You all need Flashfall in your life. Also, Jenny is all kinds of adorable too. You must read her book.
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I first read this book from March 29th to 30th 2017. See my review here: http://carinabooks.blogspot.no/2017/0...
I read this book for the second time from July 16th to 17th 2017. See my book recommendation here: http://carinabooks.blogspot.no/2017/0...
I read this book for the third time from December 8th to 10th. See my new review here: https://carinabooks.blogspot.com/2019...
There is so much about Flashfall that I love. Reading this story about Orion and Dram is the very best thing. I loved getting to know them again. And the world they live in. Gosh. It's set in the future, after radiation have ruined almost everything. And is still killing people, second by second. Worse were those in charge.
And I simply loved everything about this story. Eee. The book is told from the point of view of sixteen year old Orion. And Orion was the very best person. I adored her to pieces. She's all kinds of strong and brave, even despite the way that she has to live. She still have hope for a better life. Getting to know her all over again was the best thing. Orion was such a stunning character. And I loved her acts of rebellion. Even though it cost her each time. Oh. But hoping for a better life is worth all the costs. Orion goes through so very much in this book. She gets hurt so often, by creatures and by evil people, and she gets stronger each time. She does not break no matter what happens to her. And I loved her so for it all. She was also all kinds of fun and sweet.
Then there was also Dram, her better half. They are partners in this world, though not yet a couple, but it seems like they both care for each other. Which was the very best thing. Eee. We get to see their great friendship turn into more and it was the sweetest thing. I shipped them so. And they were so so perfect together. Sigh. Dram was such a perfect character too. I loved him to pieces. And getting to know him again too was the best as well. He and Orion takes such good care of each other. I loved that the most.
In this world Orion and Dram live at an outpost. They are being forced to mine the tunnels of this outpost, searching for something called cirium; which helps protect from all the radiation. If they do not mine like they are told to, six days a week, they are forfeit, left to die slowly in one of the mines. Despite not really having a choice in their life, they are still living. They are controlled all the time, but they still have some privacy. But gosh, mining these mines is no easy thing. And so many of them have died. Ahh. Shudders.
Because they die horrible deaths. These mines are filled with creatures. And they were all terrible to read about. And I loved every moment of it, haha. Orion and Dram gets hurt so often by these awful creatures. Which was awful to read about, but so good too. This book was all kinds of dark and evil. And I so loved every part of it. As it was filled with good moments and hope too. The growing romance between Orion and Dram was the sweetest thing. And made everything worth it. Every death, every hurt. My poor heart.
Every thing about this book was exciting. And every time something went wrong, and it felt like nothing worse could happen, it happened. Ha. Which I must admit was all kinds of fun to read about, haha. The story of Orion and Dram was the very best to get to know. And all the other characters in this book was interesting to get to know as well. I adored all of them. Well, except for Cranny. I wished the most horrible death on that man. Oops. He deserved it. This book was evil, but not too evil, and I was happy about that.
There is so much I could say about Flashfall. But will stop for now. I simply loved this book to pieces. It is beyond exciting and thrilling. So dark but so full of hope too. I remember some things about book two and I am so nervous about re-reading it next, as I know things get even worse. Ahh. But also so very excited. If you have not read this book yet, you are seriously missing out. It is such a stunning adventure to read about. You all need Flashfall in your life. Also, Jenny is all kinds of adorable too. You must read her book.
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I first read this book from March 29th to 30th 2017. See my review here: http://carinabooks.blogspot.no/2017/0...
I read this book for the second time from July 16th to 17th 2017. See my book recommendation here: http://carinabooks.blogspot.no/2017/0...
I read this book for the third time from December 8th to 10th. See my new review here: https://carinabooks.blogspot.com/2019...
February 4, 2017
Fact: This book got me hooked from chapter 1.
Flasfall turned out to be an highly entertaining action packed novel. There were lots of "hold your breath" moments and I must admit that I never got bored...not ever once! Some action scenes were a bit confusing but still very enjoyable. I also found the book quite original (it is not like I read books about miners every day lol) with definitely some interesting elements.
The writing style was clear, detailed and flowed easily. The world-building wasn't bad at all, confusing at first it got better along the way. Some things could have been explained better (the conjies' bonding traditon too, I sort of get it but some further explanation wouldn't have hurt.) Let's say that there is room for improvement---overall I don't feel like complaining too much about it.
The characters were developed (at least those that lasted more than a couple of pages) and I appreciated everyone of them, if in different ways.
I loved Orion and her strength and will to fight for her dreams. Dram was....Hell, what can I say? He is such a cutie (but in a good way, definitely in a good way!) and He & Orion (nicknamed Ray) were a great pleasure to read. Besides their dark humor was just perfect and I loved,loved it.
The bad guys were bad enough, in fact I was really looking forward to see some of them dead...or badly hurt. Er...better dead. (I'd have throttled Cranny myself...)
If I'm to voice a complain I'd choose:
- Too many people dropping dead like flies! Really I'm usually all for blood and gore, doom & gloom but here...at some point I did not know if I was supposed to cry or to laugh. Besides I was very disappointed to see two interesting characters die . I'm not sure if the author was just having a great penchant for death or if she just chose the easy way...(two main characters are surely more manageable than four and more...)
Still, I really liked the book. For once I didn't find the romance cheesy and/or awkward in fact it was all very pleasant. IT WAS LOVELY!! *sighs* And this is coming from a person really picky about love stories. Besides...no insta-love and no love triangle (not really) ...and this is not a drill!! I repeat: this is not a drill, people!!
The epilogue left me with a hopeful fuzzy feeling...this is to say, I adored it.
Would I recommend this book? Yes!! And I'll be reading the sequel, for sure!!
Flasfall turned out to be an highly entertaining action packed novel. There were lots of "hold your breath" moments and I must admit that I never got bored...not ever once! Some action scenes were a bit confusing but still very enjoyable. I also found the book quite original (it is not like I read books about miners every day lol) with definitely some interesting elements.
The writing style was clear, detailed and flowed easily. The world-building wasn't bad at all, confusing at first it got better along the way. Some things could have been explained better (the conjies' bonding traditon too, I sort of get it but some further explanation wouldn't have hurt.) Let's say that there is room for improvement---overall I don't feel like complaining too much about it.
The characters were developed (at least those that lasted more than a couple of pages) and I appreciated everyone of them, if in different ways.
I loved Orion and her strength and will to fight for her dreams. Dram was....Hell, what can I say? He is such a cutie (but in a good way, definitely in a good way!) and He & Orion (nicknamed Ray) were a great pleasure to read. Besides their dark humor was just perfect and I loved,loved it.
The bad guys were bad enough, in fact I was really looking forward to see some of them dead...or badly hurt. Er...better dead. (I'd have throttled Cranny myself...)
If I'm to voice a complain I'd choose:
- Too many people dropping dead like flies! Really I'm usually all for blood and gore, doom & gloom but here...at some point I did not know if I was supposed to cry or to laugh. Besides I was very disappointed to see two interesting characters die . I'm not sure if the author was just having a great penchant for death or if she just chose the easy way...(two main characters are surely more manageable than four and more...)
Still, I really liked the book. For once I didn't find the romance cheesy and/or awkward in fact it was all very pleasant. IT WAS LOVELY!! *sighs* And this is coming from a person really picky about love stories. Besides...no insta-love and no love triangle (not really) ...and this is not a drill!! I repeat: this is not a drill, people!!
The epilogue left me with a hopeful fuzzy feeling...this is to say, I adored it.
Would I recommend this book? Yes!! And I'll be reading the sequel, for sure!!
February 25, 2017
2.5 Stars
At first, when I started reading this, I was kind of excited because it made me think about that horror movie The Descent that I've watched so many times!!! I got this book in a book subscription box and given on the blurb and on the fact that it's a dystopia, I didn't have great expectations about it. So, it really surprised me how much I liked this book - again, I think it has a lot to do with the fact that it reminded me of The Descent...at first. And then, things got old, you know. It just felt like it was the same scene over and over again, they have to go down in some dark place to mine I don't exactly know what but then, they realize that the government has been lying to them but it seems like there's not much they can do except go back down and mine again... It is safe to say that I won't be reading book 2 because by the end of this one, I was SO, SO BORED!!!
At first, when I started reading this, I was kind of excited because it made me think about that horror movie The Descent that I've watched so many times!!! I got this book in a book subscription box and given on the blurb and on the fact that it's a dystopia, I didn't have great expectations about it. So, it really surprised me how much I liked this book - again, I think it has a lot to do with the fact that it reminded me of The Descent...at first. And then, things got old, you know. It just felt like it was the same scene over and over again, they have to go down in some dark place to mine I don't exactly know what but then, they realize that the government has been lying to them but it seems like there's not much they can do except go back down and mine again... It is safe to say that I won't be reading book 2 because by the end of this one, I was SO, SO BORED!!!
June 12, 2016
With shades of SHADOW & BONE and BLOOD RED ROAD, Jenny Moyer has created an incredible adventure with FLASHFALL.
I honestly enjoyed this. The twists. The turns. Orion and Dram. What a wonderful story. There are some flaws here and there, but they didn't deter me from reading on.
Can't wait for what Jenny Moyer writes up next.n (Hopefully a sequel!)
I honestly enjoyed this. The twists. The turns. Orion and Dram. What a wonderful story. There are some flaws here and there, but they didn't deter me from reading on.
Can't wait for what Jenny Moyer writes up next.n (Hopefully a sequel!)
July 1, 2016
Action packed with awesome characters and immersive world building. Exciting and memorable. Highly recommended!
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