Vagrant

The Vagrant Chronicles #1

by Gabe Thompson, Janet Post

Logan Hall is a Vagrant, one of the disenfranchised living beneath the mega city of New Washington. The Vagrants have to hide from the Company who is rounding all of them up and shipping them to newly discovered planets to work in the mines. That’s what happened to Logan’s father. Shayna is one of the privileged. She has a chip, a credit disc, and lives in a shiny stainless steel and glass high-rise above ground. Shayna is allergic to corn so she is one of the few above ground people who is not stoned on Sopore. Sopore is a drug found in genetically altered corn. It’s in almost all food. The Vagrants know about Sopore and avoid it. These two teens from wildly differing environments meet by accident and fall in love. Logan will stop at nothing to rescue his friend Raj, captured and sent to the moon. Together, he and Shayna will follow his dream of finding his father who was sent to work in the mines of Gliess 67.

Genres: Science Fiction

254 pages, Paperback

Published December 16, 2016

Reviews

[CYIReadBooks (Claire) · Rating 5 out of 5]

When author Gabe Thompson approached me to read and review his novel, I was a bit skeptical. It’s because I’m not a really big fan of science fiction. Though I’ve read a few science fiction novels in the past, I wasn’t that impressed except for maybe one or two that really wowed me. So, I had some pretty high expectations going in. Needless to say, I was impressed with Thompson’s writing style.

Thompson describes his novel as a futuristic, dystopian sci-fi. And basically, that is what the novel is. But there’s a bit of light romance as well. Seems counterintuitive to have some romance within a science fiction novel. But in Vagrant, it works quite well.

It took a while to get into the flow of the narrative. That is probably due in part to the world building and character development. Thompson really has a knack for setting up the framework for his futuristic worlds and mechanizations. His character development skills shine through in all of his characters. I really got the sense for each character’s personalities as well as physical features.

Though Vagrant is part of The Vagrant Chronicles series, it can be read as a standalone as I didn’t encounter any real cliffhangers in the novel. Vagrant is the first book in the series and more than likely, I’ll continue to read the rest. Maybe the series can be developed into a movie. I’d like that! Five oustanding stars.

I received a digital copy of the novel from the author. The review herein is completely my own and contains my honest thoughts and opinions.

[Lubov Leonova · Rating 5 out of 5]

A page-turner dystopian romance

I really loved the pace and the core idea of this story. In his dystopian world, Thompson portrays the possible future of modern society.
The 'upper' world is the place where most people are addicted to Sopore, a drug that is present in corn and most food. They are chipped and fully controlled by 'The Company', a corporation which is interested only in making money and taking full control over humanity.

There is also an 'underground' city, Vagrant, where people have clear consciousness. They have purpose and are ready to fight for their freedom.

The main character, Logan, represents the Vagrant world, and he does his best to save his people from slavery. His meeting with Shayna, a girl from the upper world, gives the reader an opportunity to explore both societies and to question our own lifestyles.

I really recommend this story to YA readers who love deeper themes and Sci-Fi.

[Vesna S. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Vagrant is quite a futuristic sci-fi novel, with dystopia mixed in on top of everything. It combines everything I usually love in sci-fi books, and I have to say I quite liked this one too.

Logan Hall and Shayna live in a world, where people are divided into disadvantaged working class and the privileged kind, who have everything they need, but they are chipped, drugged and fully controlled. Then there are Vagrants, who hide from the Company, so they're not shipped as a working force to work in mines, and still have a clear mind to what's going on.

The world they live in is quite systematically built and explained. Sometimes I did feel I'm lacking some information, but everything was explained when needed so I was caught up quickly. I do feel there is some more room to expand the worldbuilding, but the book is on the shorter side (under 200 pages), and since it's supposed to be a series, there might be more time and place to do exactly that. Because of everything I mentioned earlier, the book is quite fast paced and you can get hooked on the story quickly.

I also love the main characters, both Logan and Shayna. They are well developed, each well developed with their own distinct personality who lived completely different lives. There are a few changes of the POV between them but it's done really well and not bothering the reading flow, it just helps you get to know them both better. Even though they have different lives and are really not alike, they connect quite quickly and start having feelings for each other. What I like is that the love story didn't overpower the main story or the interests and personality of both of them, which sometimes can happen. Even though I get to know them well there still is room for character development, which might happen in time, through the series.

I have to say, I really enjoyed reading Vagrant and it's a fun, quick paced sci-fi novel, if you're not in the mood to read chonky space operas. Even though it's supposed to be a series, the book can be read as a standalone, if you don't wish to make a commitment to the series.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Vagrant starts off with an immediate bang and the pace doesn’t let up until the very end. I found myself flipping through the pages and I never wanted to set the book down. It is a quick and easy read, which let me finish it in one sitting.

I did like the world building quite a bit. It sets itself up to be a very intriguing dystopian but I wanted a little more. I could imagine myself there, but not as deeply as I wanted to. I’m really hoping that as this series continues, the world will develop more because the settings do change. I can’t say much more without spoiling it!

I love the characters. I think each had their place. This does shift POVs a few times, but I didn’t find it jarring. I thought each POV was necessary and moved the plot forward. It allowed me to get to know the characters a bit more. I think these characters will develop quite a bit over time, depending on how long this series is.

I’m looking forward to reading the next book to see where the adventure continues. I enjoyed this very much and definitely recommend giving it a read. Fast paced with compelling characters and an intriguing plot!

Thank you to R&R Book Tours for the free review copy. All opinions are my own and unbiased.

[Brenda Guiton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This dystopian Sci-fi tale is sure to appeal to teenage fans of the genre. The blurb says it all and the story gets off to an action-packed start with Logan and his friend, Raj, negotiating the labyrinth of underground tunnels and sewers to get medical supplies from above ground for Vagrant City below.

Topside, in a vastly expanded New York, danger lies everywhere, armed enforcers continually on the lookout for vagrants. When Raj is captured, Logan makes it his mission to rescue the 10 year old before he is shipped ‘off-world’ to Gliese 667 – known as Planet 666 by the Mole people and the place where Logan’s father was sent to work in the mines.

We follow Logan on his perilous journey and there are plenty of twists and turns to keep the momentum going. An easy-to-read futuristic adventure from a writer with a wild and wonderful imagination.

[Erika Ólafsdóttir · Rating 5 out of 5]

Gabe Thompson's characters and world building is phenomenal

The fluid writing and fantastic dialog is a refreshing treat. Gabe Thompson's characters and world building in Vagrant kept me turning (swiping) the pages, excited to visit the next scene. Fast-paced and fun to read!

[Kathleen Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

This fast-paced novel was hard to put down! The author did a good job of creating a believable imaginary world. His characters are interesting and colorful, and he makes effective use of dialogue. A fun read!

[Alisha Rowe · Rating 5 out of 5]

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With the discovery of diamonds and gold on other planets The Company needed more workers to mine them. As a result all prisoners were sent to these to become minors. Back on Earth the company had added a drug, Sopore, to the corn supply making the population tractable. Those who didn't conform or who lost their jobs became Vagrants and Mole People living in the underground. Enforcers hunt them as anyone without an identification chip is fair game. This is what happened to Logan's father 5 years ago. Since then he has become a runner, running to the surface for much needed supplies. When his young shadower, Raj, is captured during a medical supply run Logan vows to get him back. Even if that means travelling to the Moon holding prison or even off-world.

I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. I received both the audiobook and an ebook, although I ended up reading the eBook copy as the audiobook had a slight hiccup around chapter 8. I let the author know and he's in the process of getting it resolved, so by the time you get the audiobook it will likely be resolved. What I listened to of the audiobook was great and engaging I just didn't want to potentially miss anything which is why I switched to the eBook.

This entire book is amazing. I genuinely hated Shayna. She whined non-stop and by the end I was rolling my eyes every time she was so much as mentioned. But options are limited and for some reason he likes her. To each their own. Logan, Raj, Knock, and Eddie are all great. Knock was easily my favorite character. He gave off a skater boy vibe while being level-headed and willing to follow his friend into his various plans.

I love scifi books and the post-apocalyptic company takeover is one that could happen and people likely wouldn't notice immediately. Not if they added a drug to anything with corn in it. Corn is in basically everything and I will admit to giving my Monster a sideways look during the energy drink scene. Thankfully ours are safe. Well, there aren't drugs in them at least. I will readily admit that I was ass surprised as Logan when it came to Eddie and his plans. That being said I hope it works and would love to know what happens next.

This book is one that starts with an idea and while it solves the main issue of the book there is still plenty more to learn from the story. It will easily be able to continue into a series. According to Amazon there are a total of three books in this series.

[P.J. Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This month I had the pleasure of reading Vagrant by Gabe Thompson and Janet Post. I received a free Ebook copy of this book from @rrbooktours as part of the March Book Tour.


TW: Minor descriptions of injury/gore/dismemberment (though this makes perfect sense for the plot of the story and is not done in excess), minor innuendo, minor violence, and mentions of drug use.


SYNOPSIS:
Deep beneath the city streets of New Washington, Logan Hall hides from the Sniffers, Ears, cameras, and SS Agents of the Company. He is a Vagrant - a human free from the Sopore addiction that the Company uses to control the population. Life isn’t easy, and Logan Hall is a runner, someone who darts above the surface to gather supplies. On one such mission, things go wrong. Raj, Logan’s mentee, is captured by the Company, who plan to send him off-planet with the other ‘criminals’ to work on an exoplanet mining valuable minerals. Together with the help of an unlikely friend, Shayna Nagata - a privileged top-side dweller, Logan fights to save his friend and finds himself going on a much larger mission into the distant realms of another world.


RATING: 4 stars


REVIEW:
Vagrant starts with seventeen-year-old Logan Hall making his way toward the surface of the earth to fetch supplies. Raj, a ten-year-old boy and fellow Vagrant, is shadowing him—learning the ropes and how to avoid the Company. As a runner, Logan is confident in his actions. He knows which tunnels to take, and how to avoid the threats both below and above the surface. He quickly leads Raj into the Hospital to pick up a drop made by a topside ally, where he catches a glimpse of a beautiful girl he sees each run. Everything is going to plan; until it isn’t.

Raj accidentally reveals their location, leading to an impromptu meeting between Logan and the beautiful girl—who we learn is named Shayna, and who volunteers at the hospital. But there is something different about her. Shayna is allergic to corn, and thus, has never become addicted to Sopore. She can think clearly, unlike the majority of the others working for the Company, and as they talk Shayna starts to realize that ‘Mole People’ are not what she thought. Their conversation is cut short as sirens ring in the distance and Logan and Raj’s presence becomes known.

Raj is captured by the Company and Logan barely escapes with Shayna’s help, setting into motion a string of events that will change Logan’s life forever and take the reader for an adventure through an intricate and fascinating dystopian world. Following Logan and Shayna's perspectives, we meet a collection of intriguing characters like Eddie and Knock, and learn more about their world and the dangers that the Company poses not only to the Vagrant but also to the very essence of humanity.

Vagrant is a well-written novel. The pace moves smoothly, balancing the details with the action and including several tense scenes that are sure to keep readers engaged. There were moments where some of the information felt like it may have been redundant, but I recognize that this book is aimed at a younger audience, so the additional explanations are not a bad thing.

I really loved all the nods to classic sci-fi. While reading I felt like I caught glimpses of elements from things like the Matrix, Hunger Games, 1984, Pitch Black, Logan’s Run (which I wonder if the main character’s name is a nod to this work given that he is a runner? Perhaps not :) maybe it is a happy coincidence, but it was a neat thought), and countless others, but this was in no way boring or repetitive. Thompson and Post did a fantastic job of pulling elements from well-known classic novels, movies, and current real-world situations and blending them into something new and fresh.

I really liked Logan and Shayna’s characters, but I did struggle a bit with their relationship. Not because a romance between them could not be believable or wouldn’t be interesting to see, but because it happened so quickly and it felt a little forced. Given that Shayna was raised on the surface in a well-off family, taught to believe that the Mole People are mutant monsters that kill for chips and credit and will eat children who get lost underground, I found the calm nature of their initial meeting odd and Shayna’s seemingly instant attraction and trust of Logan implausible - which sort of threw me out of the story a bit. I wish I could have seen Shayna’s development; watched her come to terms with the fact that the world as she knew it was a lie while her relationship and trust with Logan built more organically over time. It would have made her chasing after Logan without thinking a little more believable, although this isn’t out of line with other YA novels.

Thompson and Post unquestionably work well together as a duo, since this book comes across as a cohesive whole and with a clear, solid, unified vision. They do a great job of pulling you into their story, immersing you in their world, and taking you on a journey. Overall, I thought the plot was interesting and I was left wondering what would happen next. I have a lot of questions, which is a great thing, and I want to know more!


CONCLUSION:
Thompson and Post do a wonderful job of painting a world that dances on the edge of reality. With known company names, subtle nods to classic sci-fi and real-world problems with genetic food modifications and additives, Vagrant perfectly hits the sci-fi mark. Overall, I thought that Thompson and Post did a great job constructing the foundations of their world, introducing interesting characters and setting the scene for the next book. I’m curious to see where they take the story, and whether or not the Vagrant will ever break free from the Company.


RECOMMENDED AUDIENCE:
This book would be an excellent fit for teens aged 13+ who already love sci-fi or are just getting into it. It would also be a fantastic fit for those who love fantasy, dystopian, and action-adventure stories! If you love detailed descriptions, imaginative worlds, found families, and nods to classic sci-fi – then Vagrant and the future books of the Vagrant Chronicles are for you. I would also recommend this book to anyone looking for a quick read with interesting characters and a dynamic world.


DETAILS:
Author: Gabe Thompson and Janet Post
Publisher: Tell-Tale Publishing Group, LLC
Page count: 256 (paperback)
Publication date: First published December 16, 2016.
Available in paperback and ebook

[Latisha’s Low-key Life · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Gabe Thompson & Janet Post
Dystopian
254 Pages

In a city of elite, the people are kept drugged up to keep the peace. Underground the vagrants live caring for themselves without luxuries. What happens when the worlds collide?

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I see why Vagrant is an International Book Awards Finalist. It is a quick read with the age old adage of social and economic status and the differences between the privileged and the poor.

I was instantly drawn to two of the characters. They both seemed like good kids who wanted to go what they knew was right.

The intensity of their interactions below the city was a whirlwind. Constant danger lurks around every corner and the government has ears everywhere.

The use of other planets and the transportation between them is interesting as is the way that the unemployed, underground dwellers are treated. Punishment is flung out just because they are Vagrants.

Vagrants ended with a wholloping cliffhanger. I will definitely be reading the next book in this series.

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[Lily · Rating 5 out of 5]

The world we know no longer exists - yet it's all too easy to imagine this becoming our future. There's plenty of tension as Logan races to save Raj, although the opening is a little slow. Once the story gains momentum, you become so captivated you don't want to stop turning pages. My main complaint is how Shayna was just kind of thrown into Logan's life, and suddenly gives up all the luxury she has to be with him. (Almost like some weird twist on Romeo and Juliet without the suicide). Not sure how I feel about Shayna as a character overall, honestly. That said, the world building was excellent, and Logan had great depth as a character. Overall, I enjoyed following Logan on his adventure, and I'm looking forward to book two!

[Nagma (Take A Look At My Bookshelf) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vagrant is the first book in the Vagrant Chronicles series. It is a dystopian novel set in the future where the Earth is completely different. The Company controls the Earth. The Company ships people who are doped up or Vagrants off to other planets.

Vagrant was a really enjoyable book. This is Logan’s story and how he wants to help his friend from being shipped off to another planet. While this book started off slow it soon takes off and things become really interesting. The characters and world-building were amazing, and I really enjoyed the plot.

I’m looking forward to the next books in the series.

Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[Janet Post · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best young adult book on the shelves. Hot dystopian action with more to come in the second and third books. Just wow!

[Terri Regala · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fast easy read

Exciting enjoyable book! I am downloading book two now, I am looking forward to continuing this story and finding out what happens.

[Seraphia Bunny · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vagrant is the first book in Gabe Thompson’s and Janet Post’s Vagrant Chronicles series. This dystopian novel takes readers into the future to an Earth that is completely changed. The Company holds Earth in it’s grip. Dissent is not permitted since either the people are doped up Sopore or are Vagrants who are hunted down and shipped off planet. Logan is about to find himself in a race against time when his friend Raj gets caught after a run to get fresh meds from the hospital. There Logan meets a girl, Shayna, who unlike most people isn’t doped up on Sopore. If Logan doesn’t hurry though Raj will be shipped off to a distant planet to work in the mines for the rest of his life.
Vagrant is an interesting novel that follows Logan’s story. The beginning of this book was a bit slow for my tastes, but once it gets going and gains traction it becomes really interesting. It’s sad how things are on Earth. If you don’t have a job, there are no second chances for you. You’re cut off and become a “Vagrant.” People who get caught get sent off world to work on a different planet in the mines.
There is nice variety of characters. Logan is the main focus of the story. He feels responsible for Raj getting caught and is determined to do what he must to get him back. Shayna is the girl he meets at the hospital, and she decides to follow him.
I enjoyed the book overall with some of the elements reminding me a bit of the Matrix with the tech. I just didn’t like how the romance angle is rushed. Rayna and Logan barely know each other, but after one meeting she’s throwing away everything to go chasing after a boy she met once. She’s really the weak link in the story. She used to common creature comforts, but the authors write her all over the place. She’s okay with certain things in certain chapters, but then later on she devolves into a whining child. It gets annoying. There needed to be more development before the romance angle.
I’m rating this book 4.5 out of 5 stars. The overall storyline is good, but the romance is too rushed. The characters should have been allowed to get to know each other before all the kissing, etc. I’m looking forward to the next book in this series though.

[Christopher Denton · Rating 4 out of 5]

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If you’re entertained by dystopian sci-fi, Janet Post and Gabe Thompson’s dark vision of our future will float your boat. With its explosive, action-packed opening, “Vagrant” swiftly immerses the reader in a dark dystopian world that’s about to get even darker.

Logan is a well-written underdog character who quickly emerges as a sympathetic character and engages the reader’s attention. Shayna stands out as an even more unique and interesting character. She is similarly sympathetic but not quite so proactive as Logan and occasionally her actions feel like they lack sufficient motivation. Her allergy is a great ploy allowing her to deviate from the crowd and their group hallucination. The interaction between Logan and Shayna feels somewhat inevitable but still entertaining.

Much of the setting detail was fabulous, such as Chou’s lab and the Professor’s subway train. Those details, including the smell and the feel of this dystopian world, truly captured my imagination. This is a dark future that you can believe in and where you’ll become invested in Shayna and Logan’s journey.

The main action plot is a classic hero’s journey that is well-crafted and filled with exciting scenes. I liked the way in which the plot and action was split between the main characters on Earth and the events surrounding the older, more experienced warrior Deklan on the planet Gliese 667. However, I would have preferred a more even split. Earth took up almost all the narrative and Gliese was only briefly touched upon. I feel that a little more time spent on Gliese 667 would have improved the story a great deal. Despite this, the resolution was satisfying leaving this reviewer happy overall with his reading experience.
My Opinion

If you enjoy reading dystopia or sci-fi, “Vagrant” should be on your reading list. Gabe Thompson and Janet Post are authors to watch. Whilst I can see that (in my opinion) improvements could be made to this novel, it’s already fabulous, and I’m sure that future books will be even more amazing.

Notice:

I received an advance review copy (ARC) for free, but this review is my honest opinion of the book.

[Kayla Kay's Hidden Shelf · Rating 2 out of 5]

2/5 Stars

I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Vagrant by Gabe Thompson is a fast paced and adventurous Sci-Fi and book one in The Vagrant Chronicles. Set in a futuristic Earth, we follow Logan, a Vagrant, as he tries to survive away from the eyes of the Company that runs the planet. The Company keeps order and control in society by lacing food with a drug called Sopore, making people more compliant.

Logan and other Vagrants like him survive underground, eating Sopore free foods. Shayna is one of the privileged, and one of the few people above ground to be Sopore free due to an allergy preventing her from eating it.

Meeting by accident, these two teens fall in love and quickly find themselves on a rescue mission to save Logan’s friend and father from the Company’s grasp.

Review:
I want to start off by saying that this was an okay read. There were aspects that I enjoyed and others that didn’t quite work for me.

Vagrant is action packed, adventurous, fast paced, set in a dystopia. It also has high stakes, romance, and rescue missions all packed into 179 pages making this a quick read.

The world building was intriguing with the divide of society, big corporations in control and advanced technology set in a dystopia future.

Unfortunately, I found the characters fell flat for me. Their relationships didn’t feel earned, and the interactions felt superficial as a result. As a character driven reader this was frustrating for me. With how much is packed into this, I think it would benefit from being longer to help build these characters and their relationships better.

Despite this being an action packed read with cliff hangers at many chapters, I wasn’t invested in the characters or plot.

Overall, I think this would be an entertaining read for YA Sci-Fi fans who are looking for their next action packed read.

[Meigan]

VAGRANT is a fast-paced dystopian adventure filled with danger, intrigue, and plenty of futuristic elements that really made things interesting. The current world is finished into two main classes: the privileged, or those who live on the surface, and the “mole people”, or those who live under the surface of the earth. A chance encounter leads Logan and Raj, two members of the latter class, to Shayna, who is one of the privileged. Shayna comes to their aid when Logan and Raj find themselves in a tight spot, though things are about to get dramatically different (and certainly much more challenging) for all involved. ⁣
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Told through multiple points of view, I loved getting inside the different characters’ heads and seeing things through their eyes. I also really liked the interesting world that the authors created and the many unique elements that were included. Having a population that’s addicted to corn, or more specifically, the additive that’s in the corn, was such an interesting inclusion, and I loved how Shayna just happened to be allergic to it. With the majority of the population hopped up on said additive, it definitely made it difficult for any character to trust others. ⁣
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My favorite aspect of this book was the inclusion of themes and topics that are relevant to our world today, particularly the division of classes, the modification of crops, and the overall feeling of a world on the brink of environmental disaster. All of those added such a feeling of doom and gloom, and I liked how the characters and their friendship helped brighten things up a bit. The romance was an unexpected, but very welcome inclusion, and I loved watching Shayna and Logan’s relationship develop. ⁣
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Bottom line — an interesting and exciting sci-fi adventure that will hook readers from the first page. Many thanks to the authors and R&R Booktours for providing a copy for review. ⁣

[Susan Amper · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Vagrant, Gabe Thompson

In The Vagrant, the first book in Gabe Thompson’s The Vagrant Chronicles, Logan Hall and his friends live in a dystopian underworld beneath the streets of New York, in Vagrant City. They are like mole people, using the sewers and subways to hide from the Company while its Mole Patrol tries to round them up to be shipped to new planets to mine for precious metals.
The Vagrant is an engaging fast-moving sci-fi adventure.
In this dystopian world, the good people hide in darkness, while the bad and the drugged live above ground. To keep its citizenry compliant the Company drugs the food—something in the corn oil.
The privileged Shayna Nagata lives above ground, and she is allergic to the drug, so she is fully conscious of her surroundings. While on an above ground run for supplies Logan takes a young Raj for training purposes. They run into Shayna, but Raj is captured and Shayna, throwing in her lot with the vagrants, goes with Logan down under to plot a way to rescue him from the moon, the way station to other planets.
Logan is already familiar with loss. His father is on some far away star working the mines as a prisoner of The Company, and Logan has long held out hope of one day finding him.
With his friends Eddie and Knock, Logan and Shayna decide to venture to the moon to save Raj. A dangerous undertaking, but as Eddie notes at one point, “Earth is finished, Loge. The future is in the stars. Pretty soon this will be a dead-end planet.”
And so off they go, through hardship to the stars, ad astra per aspera.

[Caroline Hurry · Rating 5 out of 5]

Being an avid sci-fi fan, I read Vagrant in one sitting and thoroughly enjoyed the blur between real life and fiction.
Hormone enhancements, cock-fighting, Monsonta-enhanced chickens, and even Walmart, the only remaining retailer in the US - delivering to your home by drone - form part of the backdrop to this rip-roaring epic.
A dystopian storyline whisks you from underground cities to lifts that go to the moon in a gloriously eclectic mash-up involving a professor, holo-maids, plenty of Asians, and (yay) sushi.
Throw in a futuristic Rome and Juliet plotline– she, Shayna, from the upper world, where The Company controls the chipped population, addicted to Sopore in corn and most food. He, Logan from the underground city, Vagrant, where purposeful unchipped people are willing to fight for their freedom.
And you have the makings of an excellent movie. Just saying. The book’s sobering and prescient parallels to current society, combined with Thompson’s sharp character development skills, make it an utterly absorbing five-star read.
Gabe Thompson avoids the trap of over-explaining his dystopian future by simply allowing the narratives and descriptions of the surrounding milieu to flow.
Will Logan and Shayna find freedom? A new life, a new dream? Read it and see!

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the first book in a three book series (The Vagrant chronicles) and what a wonderful starter this is! I was immediately drawn in by the quirky characters and the outstanding world building.
We are transported into a future time where the world is a completely different place.

Our main character Logan is on a mission to save his friend Raj from getting sent to another planet to live out the rest of his life working in the mines. There is also a romance happening in Logan’s life which I felt was simply created to add some variety to the story, in my opinion this wasn’t needed and it didn’t work for me.

I absolutely loved the world building, I felt like I was in that place far in the future and living Logan’s life with him.

Overall, a brilliant beginning to the series and definitely a book I will be recommending to all my sci-fi nuts!

A solid 4 stars!

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I would like to thank the author for reaching out to me and sending me a copy of this book for review.

[Chloe · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars

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The world building is very good. You really get a sense of the history and the breadth of experience.

This is a fast paced book with lots of action. Never a dull moment or lull! I would have actually preferred this to be a bit longer actually so we could have those moments of reflection and pause between the action. A bit more exploration of the main characters so you can get to know them more would have been nice. The characters are great so a bit more time with them would help and add to the tension and emotion.

The narrator is great at the voices, you can really distinguish between the characters. I did find the narration in between a bit stilted though, but overall easy to listen to.

Overall a good listen that is action-packed. Thank you to the author for a copy of this audiobook.

[Ben Winter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vagrant is a fascinating journey into a divided society, split into the wealthy but drug controlled that live above, and the poor but free who reside below: the eponymous Vagrant. The story follows a gallery of unique characters whose individual adventures interact in satisfying ways. The main character, Logan, is a particularly likable and resourceful rogue you can’t help but root for as he attempts to rescue a boy he lost on a mission. I’m reminded of classic science fiction like Brave New World, but grittier, more urban, and more expansive. It’s a very enjoyable book set in a novel and interesting dystopia with huge scope for further stories.

I recieved a free version of the book and am leaving a voluntary reivew.

[Mandy Kell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to @rrbooktours for providing a copy of Vagrant: The Vagrant Chronicles by Gabe Thompson and Janet Post in exchange for an honest review.

Vagrant was a wonderful teen dystopian sci-fi book! It was a quick read and the multiple points of view kept my interest high. I really liked the camaraderie between Logan, Raj, and Eddie and the blossoming relationship between Logan and Shayna. The world building was interesting and the unique aspects of the mining planets and Sopore gave the story an original feel.

I give Vagrant ⭐⭐⭐⭐ for a high energy fun Sci-fi read perfect for young teens and adults alike!

[GryffindorBookishNerd · Rating 4 out of 5]

I freaking loved it … bring on book 2! Right from the get go the pacing was amazing and it never seemed to let up. The author did an amazing job at bringing the world to life in my mind. There were several tense scenes which I absolutely loved and the build up was definitely there as well.
I hate getting a lot of info given to me on reviews and I rarely read the synopsis of books before I read them so I won’t give away to much…
We have a few interesting characters my fav being Raj and they are all having to deal with some issues and trying to avoid “the company.”

[D.L. Lewellyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Had me hooked from page one

Logan grabbed me from the start. Adored him. And the pages kept turning because I had to find out what he would do next. Loved the each character in this great band of young heroes forced to make decisions in a heart pounding race to a better future. The pace was excellent, the dialog crisp and real. Action packed but full of plenty opportunities for human moments. The only thing I would have wished for to make it more fun for an older reader like me would be more scenes with Declan and his trials. Recommended!

[Bookcoffeetravel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Vagrant is a Sci-fi book with a bit of romance cleverly incorporated.
The storyline is beautifully presented describing a reality where - The company -  is in control of the future in the world!Thankfully, not everyone agrees with that, and the main character will do all in his power to stop it and improve everyones lifes.

For someone like me that normally tends to read historical fiction, this book was refreshing and well written. Thank you to Gabe Thompson for the opportunity.

[Kimberly · Rating 4 out of 5]

The author gave me a complimentary Audible copy of this book with a request for an honest review.

I loved this story. The idea of this dystopian world was thrilling. Unfortunately, I took away a star for the narration. The narrator read in a monotone that made it hard to really soak up the action.

[G.B. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a non-stop action packed saga that leaves you wanting to read the rest of the series. Well-written, fast paced with great characters. The Vagrants must endure hardships to survive and escape the grasp of the Corporation that enslaves them. Looking forward to the next two books in the series.

[Wolffy Mac · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is well written, action packed dystopian sci-fi, with characters who I began to care about right out of the gate. There are some mild sociopolitical themes that are handled delicately and never overshadow the story. The author does a great job of building the action gradually until things take off to a breathtaking pace. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.