Kristin K. (escapeartistk) -
This book is 'good enough;' at least, that's what it is for me as an adult reader. The writing is nothing remarkable and the romance is cliche. The concept and plot are engaging albeit imperfect: there are several holes in the logic (example: angel can heal from life-threatening wounds in a couple of days, but blisters pose a problem), which I just sort of chose to disregard, and a few rather convenient coincidences to explain characters' behaviors and abilities. I was more impressed by several other young adult fantasy novels ("Daughter of Smoke and Bone," Ship Breaker," "Shadow and Bone," and even "Divergent"); however, the story in this one is suspenseful enough that I plan to read the sequel.
Wow! This book was intriguing. Totally dark, twisted take on angels. Still so many unanswered questions. I really liked Penryn and having to take care of her family aged her much more than her 17 years. (She has to take care of her paraplegic sister and schizophrenic mother- who is off her meds).
This is how a book should be. It had me from the very first sentence and didn't let go until the last. I couldn't predict which direction it would go and once I thought I knew, it changed course again. The glimpse into angel politics and their hierarchy was oh-so interesting. Definitely want more!
This is how a book should be. It had me from the very first sentence and didn't let go until the last. I couldn't predict which direction it would go and once I thought I knew, it changed course again. The glimpse into angel politics and their hierarchy was oh-so interesting. Definitely want more!
ANGELFALL was the March 2015 pick in my online book club, The Reading Cove.
I'll say upfront that I think it's kind of unfair for me to rate this book as a reflection of my reading experience, since I'm 38 and not its target audience, but while I found the premise imaginative enough, the execution was pretty juvenile and cartoonish. Would I have enjoyed it as a teenager? Probably. The writing wasn't bad, but I don't think the quality of the story was clever enough to go beyond the YA niche.
I give ANGELFALL a C-/D+.
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I'll say upfront that I think it's kind of unfair for me to rate this book as a reflection of my reading experience, since I'm 38 and not its target audience, but while I found the premise imaginative enough, the execution was pretty juvenile and cartoonish. Would I have enjoyed it as a teenager? Probably. The writing wasn't bad, but I don't think the quality of the story was clever enough to go beyond the YA niche.
I give ANGELFALL a C-/D+.
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I am pretty much speechless right now; and am virtually only to able say one word regarding this book:
I truly enjoyed Angelfall; it was a thrilling, fast paced story.
Set in my hometown - suburban San Fransisco - Angelfall takes place 6 weeks after angels destroy human civilization. (For, might I add, no apparent reason). Our protagonist, 17-year-old Penryn, is devastated after watching the angels capture her helpless younger sister Paige. With an attempt to save her sister, she makes a deal with an injured, wingless angel.
The character's relationships are awesome as well! I love the relationship between Penryn and Raffe - friendship, but not romance. Finally! (A sci-fi without romance!)
The plot is unique! I haven't read anything quite like it; it's great, amazingly complex. The summary of Angelfall makes it sound so average; so unimpressive. But I began hearing rave reviews about it and decided to give it a try. And let me assure you that the plot of Angelfall is far from average!
The writing is beautiful; especially the dialogue. Susan Ee has a gift for writing; it's truly beautiful. I also love all the plot twists! They befuddle my mind! You'll especially never see the ending coming! The dialogue is so witty; I love it as well! I could quote it all day!
All in all, I'd highly recommend Angelfall to everyone who loves science fiction and beautifully written books. Angelfall is one of the few rare books that I believe everybody should read at least once.
I truly enjoyed Angelfall; it was a thrilling, fast paced story.
Set in my hometown - suburban San Fransisco - Angelfall takes place 6 weeks after angels destroy human civilization. (For, might I add, no apparent reason). Our protagonist, 17-year-old Penryn, is devastated after watching the angels capture her helpless younger sister Paige. With an attempt to save her sister, she makes a deal with an injured, wingless angel.
Against the trend, there is no romance between this drop-dead handsome angel - Raffe - and Peryn. Yet.The characters are also great! I felt emotionally connected to each and every one of the characters. Penryn, our protagonist (who just so happens to be named after an exit off of California's Interstate 80), is truly realistic, butt-kicking main character! She's amazing!
The character's relationships are awesome as well! I love the relationship between Penryn and Raffe - friendship, but not romance. Finally! (A sci-fi without romance!)
The plot is unique! I haven't read anything quite like it; it's great, amazingly complex. The summary of Angelfall makes it sound so average; so unimpressive. But I began hearing rave reviews about it and decided to give it a try. And let me assure you that the plot of Angelfall is far from average!
The writing is beautiful; especially the dialogue. Susan Ee has a gift for writing; it's truly beautiful. I also love all the plot twists! They befuddle my mind! You'll especially never see the ending coming! The dialogue is so witty; I love it as well! I could quote it all day!
My friends call me Wrath, says Raffe. My enemies call me Please Have Mercy. Whats your name, soldier boy?The author gets a gold star for doing her research! Ee evidently does a lot of research on angels and post-apocalyptic worlds, and it's truly paid off! She has created a disturbing world with realistic angels.
All in all, I'd highly recommend Angelfall to everyone who loves science fiction and beautifully written books. Angelfall is one of the few rare books that I believe everybody should read at least once.
