pickExcellent story, weird graphics. Figuring out the characters at first was confusing but now I want to read more.
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pickI was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this book!
Going into the book, I wasn‘t quite sure how I would like it. I love graphic novels but sci-fi is often a hit or a miss for me. This one was a hit!
I don‘t want to give away too much of the plot, since it‘s more fun if you go into it blind.
Full review: https://oddandbookish.wordpress.com/2025/07/27/review-essentials-vol-1/
Wishes really do come true.
Stories end.
And new ones
begin . . .
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I have so much respect for how the author tackled the topics of grief, loss, and uncertainties in this novel. The way Kemi processed her grief and her thoughts on every situation in this story was so interesting to read; her perspective was very different than what I expected from such a young character. Most of what I want to talk about regarding this novel is related to the plot twist, so I won't...but I encourage everyone to give this a read!
pickWow, was I blown away by this novel! It was so much more impactful and heartbreaking than I could have imagined. There's a really big twist towards the end that was...jarring but very well-executed, in my opinion. Though this novel is labeled as a middle grade book, I definitely think it's more suitable for older young readers; there are some pretty heavy topics that middle schoolers might not be prepared to read and process properly.
Kemi's outlook on their situation has been the most interesting aspect of this novel so far. She is a very scientific thinker, always conducting any research she can, hence this quote from one of her internal monologues. For an eleven-year-old to think this way and be so calm and serious about her impending doom was not what I was expecting when I picked up this book, but I'm really enjoying her perspective on the asteroid situation!
My second choice reading is The Probability of Everything by Sarah Everett. In this novel, middle schooler Kemi learns some earth-shattering news: an asteroid is unexpectedly making its way towards Earth and there's little chance of survival. To cope with the news that they have four days to live before the asteroid hits, Kemi starts to create a time capsule in hopes that the memory of her family will live on, even after they are no longer around.
pickThis is a dystopian murder mystery which takes place on an island & home to the last humans on Earth. Between the AI character, multi POV format, and short chapters - this was an engaging mystery to unravel.
This book comes out May 2024! My buddy read group gave it 3.5-4 ⭐️
💭 Do you like books featuring AI characters? If so lmk some book recommendations for more bc I‘m into it!
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pickI cannot recommend this book highly enough. It‘s middle grade, so a fast read, but what an impact! (IYKYK)
If you can get your hands on this book, please do! 5 stars +100 more!
