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Polarity
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There is no fate. There is no free will. There is only something that’s best described as somewhere in-between…
Nineteen-year-old Susie frequently crosses paths with Dan, the popular boy-next-door. He’s curiously at the right place at the right time, effortlessly helping complete strangers in the most amazing ways. Susie develops an interest in Dan, but he appears too distracted to notice – unbeknownst to Susie, he’s too busy saving her life.
After several strange events that are too coincidental to be luck, she learns she has been targeted by two rival clairvoyant factions that have been engaging in a lethal, unseen conflict since the beginning of mankind. Susie realizes that there is much more going on in our everyday lives behind the scenes – so carefully interwoven that no one notices.
Involuntarily thrown into their violent conflict, Susie’s destiny is sealed by an extraordinary convergence of events set in motion since the moment she met Dan.
There is no fate. There is no free will. There is only something that’s best described as somewhere in-between…
Nineteen-year-old Susie frequently crosses paths with Dan, the popular boy-next-door. He’s curiously at the right place at the right time, effortlessly helping complete strangers in the most amazing ways. Susie develops an interest in Dan, but he appears too distracted to notice – unbeknownst to Susie, he’s too busy saving her life.
After several strange events that are too coincidental to be luck, she learns she has been targeted by two rival clairvoyant factions that have been engaging in a lethal, unseen conflict since the beginning of mankind. Susie realizes that there is much more going on in our everyday lives behind the scenes – so carefully interwoven that no one notices.
Involuntarily thrown into their violent conflict, Susie’s destiny is sealed by an extraordinary convergence of events set in motion since the moment she met Dan.
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March 13, 2014
Polarity's plot is unique, imaginative and compelling. I have a lot of respect for the author's creativity, and there is certainly no denying her talent for story telling. Unfortunately, I did find that this book felt forced at times and, when it came to the conversations, a little stiff. Having finished it though I have a better understanding of what Meraki was trying to get across with some of the parts that, at the time, I found frusterating. (you might have to read it to understand what I am trying to say because I'm not about to include any spoilers)
As for the characters, I had a really hard time understanding and sympathizing with Suzie. Her neurosis is obnoxious and her naivety is frustrating. I found her to be close minded and hard to relate to. The obsession with her budget and school work was too much and her constantly being told how good of a person she is got annoying fast. I know this is harsh but I felt like she had so much potential to be a strong and heroic character but she just came across as flat to me. And not necessarily someone I would reccomend looking up to in more than just the traditional sense.
Dans compassion, on the other hand, came across as a lot less forced- I thought he was gallant. Even with his "extra talents" he was still incredibly human, and lovable. I really couldn't figure out his attraction to the obsessive, ridiculously self righteous, and socially-awkward Suzie (until the end).
The ending was really quite good and definitely helped make sense of the story as a whole. I always love a good twist! Plus the whole concept of gaining one's polarity is very cool, and incredibly well'll thought out on the author's part.
I was lucky enough to receive this book through a First Reads Giveaway :)
As for the characters, I had a really hard time understanding and sympathizing with Suzie. Her neurosis is obnoxious and her naivety is frustrating. I found her to be close minded and hard to relate to. The obsession with her budget and school work was too much and her constantly being told how good of a person she is got annoying fast. I know this is harsh but I felt like she had so much potential to be a strong and heroic character but she just came across as flat to me. And not necessarily someone I would reccomend looking up to in more than just the traditional sense.
Dans compassion, on the other hand, came across as a lot less forced- I thought he was gallant. Even with his "extra talents" he was still incredibly human, and lovable. I really couldn't figure out his attraction to the obsessive, ridiculously self righteous, and socially-awkward Suzie (until the end).
The ending was really quite good and definitely helped make sense of the story as a whole. I always love a good twist! Plus the whole concept of gaining one's polarity is very cool, and incredibly well'll thought out on the author's part.
I was lucky enough to receive this book through a First Reads Giveaway :)
January 26, 2014
This was a well thought out and overall amazing story. From start to finish I kept wondering what would happen next. Little events, which at first seemed insignificant, all came together in the end, creating a shocking finish to this book.
This story revolves around the two main characters, Susie and Dan. Their friendship grows, as Dan teaches Susie about Polarity; the gift that everyone has, yet very few even understand or know of its existence. I have too much to say about this book, which will only give away the best parts of the story, so I will simply say I cannot wait to read other books from this author. If you are into riveting, mind-blowing stories you must get this book.
This story revolves around the two main characters, Susie and Dan. Their friendship grows, as Dan teaches Susie about Polarity; the gift that everyone has, yet very few even understand or know of its existence. I have too much to say about this book, which will only give away the best parts of the story, so I will simply say I cannot wait to read other books from this author. If you are into riveting, mind-blowing stories you must get this book.
December 20, 2018
I won this in a goodreads giveaway.
In this world, there are humans who have come into their full Polarity: the ability to see past and present events, ones that become stronger with greater focus on a person or thing.
It is Us versus Them. Essentially, good versus evil - but We don't have names, and neither do They. Names give power, allow Us to be easier tracked. On one side are those who want to prevent chaos; on the other are those who want chaos.
The question is - which side is which?
On one side is Father Crane, a monk who is a natural leader.
On another is Harold, a Corporate head.
On one side is Daniel, who has his eye on Susie (a central part for an unknown reason).
On the other is Frank, a cop with some apparent pull.
I had a feeling about the ending. I didn't trust what was going on. Like Susie, I began to trust my intuition and would have been irritated if I was wrong.
After all, you can't always trust what you see. Evil can wear a pretty face.
I liked the analogy of Polarity to metal: opposites attract (can't help but attack) and same repels (those of the same mindset get sick around each other).
I kept thinking of Piers Anthony's "Incarnations" series and how God doesn't truly intervene and allows us free will (and death is natural) while the Devil tests his hand and cheats when he can. On page 276, Dan explains something similar with Polarities.
Here are my thoughts:
Favourite Quotes:
“There is no fate. There is no free will. […] There is only something best described as somewhere in-between.” – page 1 (Father Crane)
“[…] no one was born evil, but that people were led into it. If they could not get out of their predicament, it was because they were so overwhelmingly distracted by it. But, if they could be led into it then they could also be led out.” – page 92 (Susie’s thoughts)
“Things cannot happen for a reason because nothing happens unless something before it happens. Thus, things happen because of reasons, not for them.” – page 175 (Dan)
“Life is precious. Don’t waste it being angry about something you can’t change. Every minute you’re angry, you’re taking away a minute of happiness you could have had.” – page 179 (Dan)
“Everyone has the ability to chain events together to some degree. Remembering things from the past is exactly that. […] The thing is, you don’t get that ability until you know the difference between right and wrong.” – page 308 (Rich)
I did also receive a cool bookmark and a chance to win an Amazon card!
In this world, there are humans who have come into their full Polarity: the ability to see past and present events, ones that become stronger with greater focus on a person or thing.
It is Us versus Them. Essentially, good versus evil - but We don't have names, and neither do They. Names give power, allow Us to be easier tracked. On one side are those who want to prevent chaos; on the other are those who want chaos.
The question is - which side is which?
On one side is Father Crane, a monk who is a natural leader.
On another is Harold, a Corporate head.
On one side is Daniel, who has his eye on Susie (a central part for an unknown reason).
On the other is Frank, a cop with some apparent pull.
I had a feeling about the ending. I didn't trust what was going on. Like Susie, I began to trust my intuition and would have been irritated if I was wrong.
After all, you can't always trust what you see. Evil can wear a pretty face.
I liked the analogy of Polarity to metal: opposites attract (can't help but attack) and same repels (those of the same mindset get sick around each other).
I kept thinking of Piers Anthony's "Incarnations" series and how God doesn't truly intervene and allows us free will (and death is natural) while the Devil tests his hand and cheats when he can. On page 276, Dan explains something similar with Polarities.
Here are my thoughts:
Favourite Quotes:
“There is no fate. There is no free will. […] There is only something best described as somewhere in-between.” – page 1 (Father Crane)
“[…] no one was born evil, but that people were led into it. If they could not get out of their predicament, it was because they were so overwhelmingly distracted by it. But, if they could be led into it then they could also be led out.” – page 92 (Susie’s thoughts)
“Things cannot happen for a reason because nothing happens unless something before it happens. Thus, things happen because of reasons, not for them.” – page 175 (Dan)
“Life is precious. Don’t waste it being angry about something you can’t change. Every minute you’re angry, you’re taking away a minute of happiness you could have had.” – page 179 (Dan)
“Everyone has the ability to chain events together to some degree. Remembering things from the past is exactly that. […] The thing is, you don’t get that ability until you know the difference between right and wrong.” – page 308 (Rich)
I did also receive a cool bookmark and a chance to win an Amazon card!
March 17, 2014
[Full disclosure: I received a free copy of this book from a goodreads giveaway. I do not believe that has in any way impacted this review.]
The story has an interesting premise, a secret war between two nearly omniscient forces, with a main character caught in the middle, and the execution is, for the most part, enjoyable. I do have a few issues with the book. The writing gets expository a bit too often, the main character is incredibly saccharine, and the dialogue is awkward.
I enjoyed the story and nothing on the page ever really felt wsted. The author did a good job of making everything work to either highlight the struggle between the two forces or to keep the plot moving. It's a creative story and I feel the author has a lot of potential.
The story has an interesting premise, a secret war between two nearly omniscient forces, with a main character caught in the middle, and the execution is, for the most part, enjoyable. I do have a few issues with the book. The writing gets expository a bit too often, the main character is incredibly saccharine, and the dialogue is awkward.
I enjoyed the story and nothing on the page ever really felt wsted. The author did a good job of making everything work to either highlight the struggle between the two forces or to keep the plot moving. It's a creative story and I feel the author has a lot of potential.
March 7, 2014
I received this book for free through a Goodreads First Reads giveaway.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It was very slow at times and did take a bit to pull me in. But once it did, I couldn't put it down. I loved Dan and Susie! In the beginning when it was a bit slow, I just wanted the book to be about the "romance" between them. This book wasn't as exciting as I thought it would be, though. For some reason I expected more action. There was a very good amount i just expected MORE. I think that's just because I'm not used to reading this type of book. I was ready to give this book a 3.5 but after that ending, I had to give it 4!!! I felt totally mind fucked! Lol It was very unexpected!
The idea of polarity had me intrigued from the very beginning. Almost seems real. Like, how can it not be real? The author did a great job at making me feel like Polarity makes perfect sense in real life. Lol I love that. I'm very happy I got to read this book. A good, entertaining, intense, thought-provoking book :)
Overall, I really enjoyed this book. It was very slow at times and did take a bit to pull me in. But once it did, I couldn't put it down. I loved Dan and Susie! In the beginning when it was a bit slow, I just wanted the book to be about the "romance" between them. This book wasn't as exciting as I thought it would be, though. For some reason I expected more action. There was a very good amount i just expected MORE. I think that's just because I'm not used to reading this type of book. I was ready to give this book a 3.5 but after that ending, I had to give it 4!!! I felt totally mind fucked! Lol It was very unexpected!
The idea of polarity had me intrigued from the very beginning. Almost seems real. Like, how can it not be real? The author did a great job at making me feel like Polarity makes perfect sense in real life. Lol I love that. I'm very happy I got to read this book. A good, entertaining, intense, thought-provoking book :)
March 2, 2015
I received this book through Goodreads' first reads. Woah, this book was mind-blowingly good! Meraki does an amazing job of giving the reader enough information to keep him or her engaged in the story, while still keeping him or her in the dark enough to crave reading more. This book has an stupendous story and uses enough information from historical event and personal experiences to make the concept of polarity actually seem plausible. Such a good read. The only complaint I have was the amount of grammatical errors in the text, including whole words being omitted and tense confusion. Other than that, this is an amazing book. I can't wait to continue this series.
July 26, 2016
What an excellent fast & fun read!
This is my favorite kind of book for travel or sitting by the pool. It's highly engaging, interesting story, and it leaves you guessing.
I love the theme, "Polarity", being able to see everything all possibilities, it's an interesting concept to ponder.
I enjoyed really enjoyed this book, it would make a great series!
This is my favorite kind of book for travel or sitting by the pool. It's highly engaging, interesting story, and it leaves you guessing.
I love the theme, "Polarity", being able to see everything all possibilities, it's an interesting concept to ponder.
I enjoyed really enjoyed this book, it would make a great series!
February 10, 2014
While reading this, I kept wondering what would be coming next. What parts of everyday life might this explain? The book moves along at a good pace and only slows to develop characters. It is definitely thought provoking. As I was reading, wondering what direction was coming next, I couldn't help but wonder where these characters will be going next?
February 15, 2014
Once I started this book, I couldn't put it down! The characters were well thought out and the plot drew me in. Everything is so real and so precise, it makes you wonder. (I won't say any more at the risk of giving anything away)
Did not expect the ending but I loved it. Can't wait for the next installment!
Did not expect the ending but I loved it. Can't wait for the next installment!
March 11, 2014
This was a first reads giveaway book for me and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Well developed characters and an intriguing plot made this a great weekend read and hard to put down. The concept of polarity, and how it affected the characters' lives was interesting to me. I also found that the ending was not what I expected at all. Now I can't wait to read the next book.
Well developed characters and an intriguing plot made this a great weekend read and hard to put down. The concept of polarity, and how it affected the characters' lives was interesting to me. I also found that the ending was not what I expected at all. Now I can't wait to read the next book.
January 15, 2014
I loved it...suspenseful and thought-provoking. Makes you question what are really the driving forces behind everything in our day-to-day lives. People who enjoyed The Celestine Prophecy would really like this book.
Can't wait till the sequel comes out!
Can't wait till the sequel comes out!
February 12, 2014
I liked it. Easy and fun to read: similar to the movies "Inception" or "Matrix." Entertaining.
March 8, 2014
This book is begging for a sequel which I hope gets written. The ending was rather confusing though although my confusion may be taken away in the sequel.
June 9, 2024
Polarity, penned by Susan Meraki, takes readers on an exhilarating journey where fate and free will intertwine in a web of intrigue and mystery. Set against a backdrop of unseen forces and clairvoyant factions, this novel explores the hidden depths of our everyday lives, revealing a world where nothing is as it seems.
From the very first page, Polarity captivates with its meticulously crafted narrative. Meraki's storytelling prowess shines through every twist and turn, ensuring that each of the over 300 pages contributes meaningfully to the unfolding saga. The narrative deftly navigates through a labyrinth of complexities, leaving readers spellbound and eager for more.
At the heart of the story lies a cast of vibrant characters, each with their own secrets and motives. Protagonist Susie emerges as a compelling figure, evolving from a seemingly ordinary college student into a dynamic force thrust into a deadly conflict. Alongside her, characters like Dan and Father Crane blur the lines between ally and adversary, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with their enigmatic personas.
What truly sets Polarity apart is its ability to subvert expectations at every turn. Meraki masterfully crafts a narrative where nothing is as it seems, leading readers down unexpected paths and challenging their perceptions of right and wrong. The novel's clever use of polarity as a metaphor for human nature adds depth to its thematic exploration, inviting readers to ponder the intricacies of morality and choice.
While Polarity is not without its minor flaws, such as occasional lapses in editing and pacing, these are easily overshadowed by its gripping narrative and thought-provoking themes. Meraki's skillful storytelling and her ability to weave together disparate threads into a cohesive whole ensure that readers will be left eagerly anticipating what comes next.
In conclusion, Polarity is a must-read for fans of immersive storytelling and thought-provoking narratives. Susan Meraki has crafted a truly remarkable tale that transcends genres, leaving a lasting impression on all who dare to venture into its captivating world.
From the very first page, Polarity captivates with its meticulously crafted narrative. Meraki's storytelling prowess shines through every twist and turn, ensuring that each of the over 300 pages contributes meaningfully to the unfolding saga. The narrative deftly navigates through a labyrinth of complexities, leaving readers spellbound and eager for more.
At the heart of the story lies a cast of vibrant characters, each with their own secrets and motives. Protagonist Susie emerges as a compelling figure, evolving from a seemingly ordinary college student into a dynamic force thrust into a deadly conflict. Alongside her, characters like Dan and Father Crane blur the lines between ally and adversary, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with their enigmatic personas.
What truly sets Polarity apart is its ability to subvert expectations at every turn. Meraki masterfully crafts a narrative where nothing is as it seems, leading readers down unexpected paths and challenging their perceptions of right and wrong. The novel's clever use of polarity as a metaphor for human nature adds depth to its thematic exploration, inviting readers to ponder the intricacies of morality and choice.
While Polarity is not without its minor flaws, such as occasional lapses in editing and pacing, these are easily overshadowed by its gripping narrative and thought-provoking themes. Meraki's skillful storytelling and her ability to weave together disparate threads into a cohesive whole ensure that readers will be left eagerly anticipating what comes next.
In conclusion, Polarity is a must-read for fans of immersive storytelling and thought-provoking narratives. Susan Meraki has crafted a truly remarkable tale that transcends genres, leaving a lasting impression on all who dare to venture into its captivating world.
April 19, 2014
~I received this book for free from Susan Meraki through Goodreads. These opinions are my own~
Polarity is over 300 pages long, and every page makes a huge contribution towards what unfolds to be a well thought-out, thought provoking story.
I'll be vague at the beginning of this review, and leave content that may contain spoilers until the end, for people reading this that haven't read the book yet. Usually I can write a review without referring to specific plot points, but with this novel, there were some genius moments that I must react to individually.
I will say that the best part about the book is that it leads you to interpret the events a certain way, when they are, in truth, the complete opposite. You see characters and are only shown tidbits of their actions at a time, and often are left to guess at their motives. That is beautifully done, because it leaves the reader to search for small details that may lead them to the story's outcome, and even then, they can't be sure. For instance, you are introduced to two extremes of a sense referred to as 'polarity' and immediately want to dictate which side is 'good' and which side is 'evil.' When you think you have discovered the answer to this, you realize that actions you thought had good motives behind them, actually were quite contrary.
There are several places with slight errors, such as a sentence feeling incomplete, like, for example, "After grabbing her bag to make sure she had her notebook and pens." But there are only a few of these instances, and they do not heavily impact the reading experience.
As far as characters go, there was a strong variety of colorful personalities that are revealed throughout the narrative. Though the protagonist, Susie, could be seen as a "Mary Sue" character, I feel that this was an intentional choice; when you first meet her, she is supposed to be a girl trapped in a rather dull life, who won't allow anything in her life to be out of place. However, she is a dynamic character who, through her experiences with characters like Dan, grows into a person who strives to stop suppressing her true personality.
I was very happy at the open ending, which suggests a sequel. I am eager to read it as soon as it is released, and, in the meantime, will be recommending Polarity to several friends of mine. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this novel!
Polarity is over 300 pages long, and every page makes a huge contribution towards what unfolds to be a well thought-out, thought provoking story.
I'll be vague at the beginning of this review, and leave content that may contain spoilers until the end, for people reading this that haven't read the book yet. Usually I can write a review without referring to specific plot points, but with this novel, there were some genius moments that I must react to individually.
I will say that the best part about the book is that it leads you to interpret the events a certain way, when they are, in truth, the complete opposite. You see characters and are only shown tidbits of their actions at a time, and often are left to guess at their motives. That is beautifully done, because it leaves the reader to search for small details that may lead them to the story's outcome, and even then, they can't be sure. For instance, you are introduced to two extremes of a sense referred to as 'polarity' and immediately want to dictate which side is 'good' and which side is 'evil.' When you think you have discovered the answer to this, you realize that actions you thought had good motives behind them, actually were quite contrary.
There are several places with slight errors, such as a sentence feeling incomplete, like, for example, "After grabbing her bag to make sure she had her notebook and pens." But there are only a few of these instances, and they do not heavily impact the reading experience.
As far as characters go, there was a strong variety of colorful personalities that are revealed throughout the narrative. Though the protagonist, Susie, could be seen as a "Mary Sue" character, I feel that this was an intentional choice; when you first meet her, she is supposed to be a girl trapped in a rather dull life, who won't allow anything in her life to be out of place. However, she is a dynamic character who, through her experiences with characters like Dan, grows into a person who strives to stop suppressing her true personality.
I was very happy at the open ending, which suggests a sequel. I am eager to read it as soon as it is released, and, in the meantime, will be recommending Polarity to several friends of mine. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this novel!
January 16, 2016
Ever get a "gut" feeling about someone or some situation and didn't know why? What if there were a few people who always got these feelings, and more, and could control their environment and interactions with people because of it?
POLARITY (by Susan Meraki) is a very interesting take on this concept, carried to the limit. In this book, certain people have "Polarity" -- which allows them to know, at a glance, a person's past, present, and future, from the moment they are born until the exact date and time they will die, as well as the circumstances surrounding their death. But, the people with Polarity are divided into two antagonistic groups (of course). It is "Us" versus "Them" -- or Good vs. Evil, or Positive vs. Negative -- or Order vs. Chaos, which is supposedly how the two groups think of each other.
Susie, the main character, starts out as a neurotic and naive 19-year-old college student. She meets Dan who always seems to be at the right place at the right time and seems to be Johnny-on-the-spot when it comes to people who need immediate help or situations that require quick action. (It's difficult to say much more about the two main characters without giving away too much of the story.)
My only real problem with the basic premise had to do with Polarized people being able to see the past as well as the future for any person they meet or situation they find themselves in. The future might be discernible from extrapolating a host of possible current and succeeding actions, but knowing the past just by looking at the present? A much harder concept for me to accept. Regardless, I really liked the book. 4 stars.
POLARITY (by Susan Meraki) is a very interesting take on this concept, carried to the limit. In this book, certain people have "Polarity" -- which allows them to know, at a glance, a person's past, present, and future, from the moment they are born until the exact date and time they will die, as well as the circumstances surrounding their death. But, the people with Polarity are divided into two antagonistic groups (of course). It is "Us" versus "Them" -- or Good vs. Evil, or Positive vs. Negative -- or Order vs. Chaos, which is supposedly how the two groups think of each other.
Susie, the main character, starts out as a neurotic and naive 19-year-old college student. She meets Dan who always seems to be at the right place at the right time and seems to be Johnny-on-the-spot when it comes to people who need immediate help or situations that require quick action. (It's difficult to say much more about the two main characters without giving away too much of the story.)
My only real problem with the basic premise had to do with Polarized people being able to see the past as well as the future for any person they meet or situation they find themselves in. The future might be discernible from extrapolating a host of possible current and succeeding actions, but knowing the past just by looking at the present? A much harder concept for me to accept. Regardless, I really liked the book. 4 stars.
March 24, 2014
This was a very hard one to rate. The story was exceptionally unique and creative and I have a hard time comparing it to anything - and I can't point to a major aspect that was derivative from other stories.
The ending blew my mind and I really loved it SO unexpected and I do NOT get this surprised from endings very often. The characters were really well developed BUT I didn't feel close to the main character Suzie as she was way too OCD. It was a bit rocky trying to get into her head. I was hoping to see some kind of hero come out of her and I was a bit disappointed until the last few pages and then I understood where the author was coming from. ALTHOUGH I felt that there could have been some glimmer of heroism from her beforehand. Wished there was a tad more romantic friction.
I give two stars to Suzie and five stars to all of the other characters - LOVED Dan and Father Crane. Five stars for the story telling. Five stars for the creativity and uniqueness of the story - and that's what is still sticking with me. The story made polarity very real and I didn't have to turn to a distopian world, magic, fantasy creatures or suspend reality in any way at all to make it so and that's what I LOVED most about it. I look forward to the next book in the series.
I highly recommend this book.
The ending blew my mind and I really loved it SO unexpected and I do NOT get this surprised from endings very often. The characters were really well developed BUT I didn't feel close to the main character Suzie as she was way too OCD. It was a bit rocky trying to get into her head. I was hoping to see some kind of hero come out of her and I was a bit disappointed until the last few pages and then I understood where the author was coming from. ALTHOUGH I felt that there could have been some glimmer of heroism from her beforehand. Wished there was a tad more romantic friction.
I give two stars to Suzie and five stars to all of the other characters - LOVED Dan and Father Crane. Five stars for the story telling. Five stars for the creativity and uniqueness of the story - and that's what is still sticking with me. The story made polarity very real and I didn't have to turn to a distopian world, magic, fantasy creatures or suspend reality in any way at all to make it so and that's what I LOVED most about it. I look forward to the next book in the series.
I highly recommend this book.
December 14, 2014
I won this book on Goodreads.com quite a while ago. When I started reading it, I thought to myself, "Why did I wait so long to read it?". I absolutely LOVED this book. The book explores the ability to know what is going to happen before it happens, but not in the "fortune-telling" sense. Everyone has, at one time or another, wished they had this ability, but after reading this book, I don't think I would want to have it. A person could never have a close relationship because they would know what was going to happen to that person, but could do nothing to save them because it might have something to do with the "big picture" of things. Polarity is about Us/We and They/Them and the two are explained in the book as being like a magnet. I don't want to give too much away about the book, but the best way to see what happens is read the book. I guarantee that you will love this book if this kind of thing interests you. The book draws you in and makes you not want to put it down. It is the first book in a series, but as far as I know, the second one has not came out yet, but I cannot wait!! I suppose it could be a "stand alone" book, but I for one, want to know what happens next!!
January 26, 2015
First let me say I received a free copy of this book from a Goodreads.com giveaway.
Polarity, the story of a young woman caught in the middle of a conflict between two clairvoyant factions known as Us and Them. I had a difficult time putting this novel down. With each page turn I was trying to figure out which side we would consider good and which was evil. I had my suspicions though.
As much as I enjoyed the action and the momentum of the story I felt the main character, Susie, needed some work. On one hand see seemed really bright, intelligent, and mature with a grasp on things many her age would not pick up on for another couple years. On the other she was so naive that she seemed scattered. Also I found her living in an apartment (with cable and Internet and other bills) and attending college full time with only a campus job and possibly other odd jobs to provide for her tuition, fees and other expenses, unbelievable.
All in all I really enjoyed this book and will recommend it to others to read. As a matter of fact I already have. I can't wait to read the next one.
Polarity, the story of a young woman caught in the middle of a conflict between two clairvoyant factions known as Us and Them. I had a difficult time putting this novel down. With each page turn I was trying to figure out which side we would consider good and which was evil. I had my suspicions though.
As much as I enjoyed the action and the momentum of the story I felt the main character, Susie, needed some work. On one hand see seemed really bright, intelligent, and mature with a grasp on things many her age would not pick up on for another couple years. On the other she was so naive that she seemed scattered. Also I found her living in an apartment (with cable and Internet and other bills) and attending college full time with only a campus job and possibly other odd jobs to provide for her tuition, fees and other expenses, unbelievable.
All in all I really enjoyed this book and will recommend it to others to read. As a matter of fact I already have. I can't wait to read the next one.
April 20, 2014
I would have to say that "Polarity", by Susan Meraki has to be one of the oddest Books I've ever read. I usually stay far away from science fiction novels. However, when I began to read "Polarity", it seemed to grab a hold of me and not allow me to put it down. While reading it , I could not in my own mind decide if this was a 5 star book, or a one star book. The story itself is quite strange as protagonist "Susie" gets saved over and over again by good guy "Dan". The story does move at a very quick pace. "Polarity's" characters do seem a bit undefined, but I suspect that is on purpose. I was pretty sure this was going to end up as a 5 star book right up until the last 2 pages. The last 2 pages somewhat popped my bubble of what I was thinking about the book. I'll go 4 stars. It was interesting through most of the book and the plot twits were unexpected. I'd recommend this to science fiction fans. Mystery and thriller readers- I'm not so sure. But hey give it a try.
September 6, 2016
Polarity is a book that will blow your mind. The entire time I read it, I kept wondering, "What will happen next? What will happen next?" The author gives little clues here and there as to what Polarity is, but I was in no way prepared for the awesomeness of the end of the book. NO PEEKING, by the way! Building up to the end of the book is the best part.
I like how the book isn't too incredibly long, so it's an easy read, but at the same time, it's so good that I wish it were longer just so I could keep reading.
Reading this book felt like watching a really cool movie. And since I'm a college student, I could definitely relate to Susie. I hope Susan Meraki is writing more! The idea of Polarity is just brilliant. Would be really fun to talk about in a book group, and definitely a book I want to keep on my shelf for future re-reading.
I like how the book isn't too incredibly long, so it's an easy read, but at the same time, it's so good that I wish it were longer just so I could keep reading.
Reading this book felt like watching a really cool movie. And since I'm a college student, I could definitely relate to Susie. I hope Susan Meraki is writing more! The idea of Polarity is just brilliant. Would be really fun to talk about in a book group, and definitely a book I want to keep on my shelf for future re-reading.
January 24, 2015
I received this book as a giveaway. Wonderful story which keeps you interested all the way to the end. Polarity is the contest between chaos and stability. When a person attains full Polarity, they are able to see the past of anyone the focus on and are also able to see various outcomes for the future. The two different factions try to influence people and situations to better suit their nature.
Susie is a frugal college student who becomes a person of interest to the two rival clairvoyant factions. Dan meets Susie and has to protect her. As Susie begins to fall in love with Dan, she notices too many lucky coincidences happen with she is with him. Dan spills the beans about Polarity and Susie struggles with acceptance.
A very good read with a left turn at the end. No, let me correct that. It is a U-turn at the end.
Susie is a frugal college student who becomes a person of interest to the two rival clairvoyant factions. Dan meets Susie and has to protect her. As Susie begins to fall in love with Dan, she notices too many lucky coincidences happen with she is with him. Dan spills the beans about Polarity and Susie struggles with acceptance.
A very good read with a left turn at the end. No, let me correct that. It is a U-turn at the end.
September 29, 2014
This book is brilliant. The characters surprised me with their complicated depth. I not only bonded with Susie, but also felt like I was Susie. The plot...wow...suspenseful, intelligent, surprising, unique. This is one of those rare books that leave you totally speechless at the end and a little bit breathless. Polarity itself was complicated but interesting. The pronouns We and Them sometimes made things hard to follow but when I reached the end I understand that it was a scheme by an author who knows how to write an ending to surprise her readers. Yes, you really should read this book! It's one of a kind that won't be forgotten. Maybe I should read it again to see what I missed...Happy reading my fellow bookworms!
May 4, 2014
I would like to thank the author and publisher for the book I won in the Goodreads First Reads contest. What an intriguing book with thought provoking concepts. A true good verses evil with predestination thrown in for fun. I wish I could give 4.5 stars to the book, it was that good. The authors style of writing flowed very well and the concepts and story line kept me guessing and wanting more. The only reason for not giving 5 stars is the characters seemed just a little less than real when functioning without question. Maybe that is part of their illusion that will be explained later. All and all, I can hardly wait for the next unique installation. A good read!
August 28, 2014
This book was unlike any other novel I have ever read. Just reading the back cover had me interested because it was an idea that I had always thought about and was excited to see that someone was able to capture the "something out there" idea in a story. The author did a great job of developing the story and it's characters and I always found myself wanting to know what would happen next. If you are looking for suspense and action all tied in with a little bit of mystery, then this book is for you!
February 23, 2014
Whoa! Polarity is not your usual thriller at all - very different and surprising. I had a hard time grasping what was actually going on for the first few chapters and felt a bit confused but am glad I kept going. Once it all started to come together for me, it was a great read. I was fortunate enough to win this book in a Goodreads giveaway and am glad I did. Otherwise, I probably wouldn't have had the opportunity to read this new book for a while. Thanks Susan Meraki and Goodreads!
September 11, 2017
A quick and enjoyable read. I have heard this book compared to the movie Inception and agree that it does give the same overall feel. There was a twist at the end that I did not anticipate, and many little details throughout the book nicely fit together in the last few chapters. Would recommend this to men and women alike.
I received this book as part of Goodreads Firstreads program in exchange for honest review.
I received this book as part of Goodreads Firstreads program in exchange for honest review.
March 23, 2014
This book is more like 2.5 stars for me. The idea didn't really click with me that well - I think part of that had to do with me not being able to connect with any of the characters. I didn't feel like they wanted me to cheer for them. I will say that the book did pick up about a third of the way through so that helped me as I thought this game was going to be really bad.
Unexpected ending as well.
Unexpected ending as well.
February 23, 2014
I received this book for free from the Goodreads first-read giveaway. This book was a little confusing for me to read, and I thought it was a little slow in spots. I loved the US and THEM/ WE and THEY names for the two opposing groups that are fighting it out in this story. Really great ending that left me wondering who are the good guys and who are the bad guys!
August 9, 2016
This book had a very interesting and new plot. It was well written and kept me interested. There were certain parts that were slow and cheesy, but it was a good read overall. I especially loved the twist at the end. Never saw that coming!
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