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Relevance #3
Irradiate
Face what you fear the most....
Discovering colour after a lifetime of grey has opened Mallory's eyes to the beauty of Irrelevance.
But when she learns who Cristan is and what's he capable of, she'll be forced to question everything she feels for him...
When Cristan found rebel Irrelevants in the wastelands, he finally had the proof he needed to take down the government who think they own him.
But the rebels have secrets and nothing is as it seems.
Unsure of who he can trust, and with time running out, Cristan will be forced to choose between saving his brother's life or Mallory's...
No matter what he chooses, he'll have to go back to the place that haunts his nightmares...
Sacrifice will be inevitable in the explosive conclusion to the Relevance Trilogy.
For fans of The Hunger Games, The Gender Game and Divergent comes an action-packed love story celebrating Autism and Neuro Divergence that you won't want to put down.
Pick up a copy and fall in love with Mallory and Cristan today.
Discovering colour after a lifetime of grey has opened Mallory's eyes to the beauty of Irrelevance.
But when she learns who Cristan is and what's he capable of, she'll be forced to question everything she feels for him...
When Cristan found rebel Irrelevants in the wastelands, he finally had the proof he needed to take down the government who think they own him.
But the rebels have secrets and nothing is as it seems.
Unsure of who he can trust, and with time running out, Cristan will be forced to choose between saving his brother's life or Mallory's...
No matter what he chooses, he'll have to go back to the place that haunts his nightmares...
Sacrifice will be inevitable in the explosive conclusion to the Relevance Trilogy.
For fans of The Hunger Games, The Gender Game and Divergent comes an action-packed love story celebrating Autism and Neuro Divergence that you won't want to put down.
Pick up a copy and fall in love with Mallory and Cristan today.
306 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 25, 2019
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Sarah Addison-Fox
17 books459 followersSarah Addison-Fox is a New Zealand misfit with a weakness for stubborn heroes, fierce heroines, and stories that throw punches—sometimes literally. Whether she’s writing YA dystopian or steampunk, expect fast action, big feelings, and romance by the truckload.
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July 25, 2019
The final curtain on a dystopian trilogy.
The last twist of events. This is a continuous series and needs to be read in order. the third book dives straight into the action and doesn’t let up. It confirms the things we already know and helps Mallory find her place in the world which is all she ever wanted.
I’m not sure why but this has a different feel to most dystopian books I’ve read. The story was interesting just different. Both main characters are complex and have flaws yet they work it out in the end.
ARC in exchange for an honest review. I like this author. Her work offers something a little different every time.
The last twist of events. This is a continuous series and needs to be read in order. the third book dives straight into the action and doesn’t let up. It confirms the things we already know and helps Mallory find her place in the world which is all she ever wanted.
I’m not sure why but this has a different feel to most dystopian books I’ve read. The story was interesting just different. Both main characters are complex and have flaws yet they work it out in the end.
ARC in exchange for an honest review. I like this author. Her work offers something a little different every time.
February 13, 2021
Wow!
A gripping trilogy that I could not put down. A tale of the future and how they determine a persons worth. If you enjoy reading something you can not put down then this is it.
A gripping trilogy that I could not put down. A tale of the future and how they determine a persons worth. If you enjoy reading something you can not put down then this is it.
January 27, 2020
LoVeD it!!
I fell in love with these characters and the story!! I rooted for them, yelled when someone got hurt and even cried a time or two! This series I thoroughly enjoyed! So much so I rarely skipped any words or paragraphs! Phenomenal job with this series!
I fell in love with these characters and the story!! I rooted for them, yelled when someone got hurt and even cried a time or two! This series I thoroughly enjoyed! So much so I rarely skipped any words or paragraphs! Phenomenal job with this series!
December 29, 2020
Fitting finale to a good story.
This was a good and fitting finale to the tale woven. I have to say that the two main protagonists being autistic was very different and brilliant - they are vibrant and lovable in their sheer uniqueness. Excellent chemistry and romance between them as well.
This was a good and fitting finale to the tale woven. I have to say that the two main protagonists being autistic was very different and brilliant - they are vibrant and lovable in their sheer uniqueness. Excellent chemistry and romance between them as well.
January 17, 2020
Perfect Ending! An Emotionally Moving Trilogy!
What a perfect ending for the series!
I fell in love with Mallory from the start and this last book in the series did not disappoint. Mallory's gentle, deep sensitivity and her ability to see the exhilarating beauty of colors and express art captured my heart. As a character she has a lot of depth and the autistic qualities add even more dimension. She comes into her own in this last book. You see her undaunted courage, her intelligent ideas that are outside the box and you watch her finally discover her true value. It's heartwarming and I think this factor really sets the series apart from other dystopian novels I've read in a fresh and meaningful way.
The plot intensifies in this book, which I wasn't sure how that could be possible. It's fast paced with twists and turns. More layers of the characters' backstory unfold. Mysterious aspects of the story come together, tying up loose ends. The story's resolution left me feeling happy and satisfied.
This was one of my favorite dystopian series. And I read a lot, and read a lot in this genre. I felt like the author did a wonderful job of bringing readers into the characters' perspectives and allowing them to feel their emotions and experience their challenges.
What a perfect ending for the series!
August 31, 2020
>Book Review – Irradiate
>I am an independent reviewer. This book is the 3rd and final book in the Relevance series and ends with an HEA. Cristan and Mallory are reunited. Their love for each other drives them through the torture and fear to aid in the rebellion. The scenes of torture were brutal and hard to read. It was very interesting to see Cristan’s straight edge brother, Derek, start to doubt what he was taught to believe. It was too little, too late, but I think Derek was beginning to see Cristan was not as broken as Derek believed.
>Mallory seemed to regress in her behavior. She really went through a lot, but she turned in to a damaged person that Cristan loves, but has to treat with care. Their romance didn’t have the chemistry it could have had. The HEA was well-earned, but there was still a long way to go with the plot.
>This book is appropriate for a young adult audience. I am giving this story 4 stars.
>I am an independent reviewer. This book is the 3rd and final book in the Relevance series and ends with an HEA. Cristan and Mallory are reunited. Their love for each other drives them through the torture and fear to aid in the rebellion. The scenes of torture were brutal and hard to read. It was very interesting to see Cristan’s straight edge brother, Derek, start to doubt what he was taught to believe. It was too little, too late, but I think Derek was beginning to see Cristan was not as broken as Derek believed.
>Mallory seemed to regress in her behavior. She really went through a lot, but she turned in to a damaged person that Cristan loves, but has to treat with care. Their romance didn’t have the chemistry it could have had. The HEA was well-earned, but there was still a long way to go with the plot.
>This book is appropriate for a young adult audience. I am giving this story 4 stars.
September 16, 2021
This is the 3rd book in the Trilogy and the whole series was so interesting that I couldn’t put it down and read all 3 books in 4 days!! I have always enjoyed the post-apocalyptic/dystopian views that books can take, which this series fits to a ‘T’! What intrigued me the most was the author’s use of Autism as the deciding factor between who is considered Relevant vs. Irrelevant and her ability to describe so vividly what it’s like to view the world or daily events through the mind of an autistic person. This is a series that would be perfect for kids age 9-17 and all adults to read! I highly recommend!!
May 7, 2024
COLORFUL & FANTASY FILLED ROMANTIC DYSTOPIAN ADVENTURE!!!
Everything about this series is PHENOMENAL!!!:-). The dystopian concept and world presented in this series is unique and deep in a very powerful way!!!:-). The characters are sure to draw you in and you will be right alongside them as they work towards a more just future!!!:-). This series is powerfully inspiring!!!:-). Looking forward to reading more from this author as well!!:-). LOVED IT!!:-)
Everything about this series is PHENOMENAL!!!:-). The dystopian concept and world presented in this series is unique and deep in a very powerful way!!!:-). The characters are sure to draw you in and you will be right alongside them as they work towards a more just future!!!:-). This series is powerfully inspiring!!!:-). Looking forward to reading more from this author as well!!:-). LOVED IT!!:-)
January 28, 2020
Great series
Really loved these books. Good storyline and strong characters. I was expecting there to be more about Autism as per the story blurb but really it wasn't noticeable. Yes there were characters with traits you'd expect from autistic people, but it was more a story of suppression and a few privileged. Very enjoyable and read all three books in two days!
Really loved these books. Good storyline and strong characters. I was expecting there to be more about Autism as per the story blurb but really it wasn't noticeable. Yes there were characters with traits you'd expect from autistic people, but it was more a story of suppression and a few privileged. Very enjoyable and read all three books in two days!
June 23, 2020
So very good, but I'm sad that means this series is over!! I will dearly miss these characters.
There was a lot of action, a lot of information finally revealed, and some sadness too. I could just hug all of the characters to me though and never let go. <3
There was a lot of action, a lot of information finally revealed, and some sadness too. I could just hug all of the characters to me though and never let go. <3
August 12, 2020
I enjoyed the first two books in the series, but for some reason i had a very difficult time finishing this one. I finally had to stop and read something else, but when i came back to it i still struggled with it.
August 14, 2020
Must Read
I really enjoyed this book and I loved seeing Mallory become more comfortable with herself. So many answers are reviled in this story. All the craziness that went down I’m happy with how it ended.
I really enjoyed this book and I loved seeing Mallory become more comfortable with herself. So many answers are reviled in this story. All the craziness that went down I’m happy with how it ended.
September 14, 2023
One of the best series I have read in a long time.
Quick moving, grabs your attention..com
The Characters are all lively,
I liked the fact you couldn't guess the way the story would go.
Quick moving, grabs your attention..com
The Characters are all lively,
I liked the fact you couldn't guess the way the story would go.
Read
August 4, 2024Creativity is Relevant
Mallory and Cristan are ying and yang for each other. This became one of my favorite series and I can't rave enough about it. The suspense and passion to live free are captivating!
Mallory and Cristan are ying and yang for each other. This became one of my favorite series and I can't rave enough about it. The suspense and passion to live free are captivating!
February 20, 2020
Page Turner.
Fabulous trillogy couldnt put it down. Gripping, inline with its description. Definitely recommend. Cant wait to see what the author has next.
Fabulous trillogy couldnt put it down. Gripping, inline with its description. Definitely recommend. Cant wait to see what the author has next.
July 4, 2021
It was ok
The ending could have been better but was a cute story for the most part wish her and Christian got married in the end or engaged with a colorful ring lol
The ending could have been better but was a cute story for the most part wish her and Christian got married in the end or engaged with a colorful ring lol
September 15, 2021
Worth it.
This was a good story. It told a story of why differences should be celebrated in a a entertaining way. Definitely worth a read
This was a good story. It told a story of why differences should be celebrated in a a entertaining way. Definitely worth a read
August 14, 2022
absolutely Amazing
I absolutely loved this series, even though I’m a 56 year old woman and it’s YA. About to look for other books by this author. Amazing job Sarah. Thank you
I absolutely loved this series, even though I’m a 56 year old woman and it’s YA. About to look for other books by this author. Amazing job Sarah. Thank you
November 25, 2022
as this series grew i fell more in love with these books . my autistic heart is now happy lol
January 25, 2024
Great serie.
June 21, 2024
I LOVE the tie-in with Autism!
September 12, 2020
A wonderful final to the trilogy.
Mallory shows her strength in character because she wants to fight back. Cristan really found his equal in her and together, they are a great couple. Furthermore, it is revealed what the government did to Mallory, how evil and ruthless they really are. It shows impressivly how power corrupts. That is why the end is not a happily-ever-after. There are sacrifices made which are realistic for a rebellion but still sad. Also, after the fighting is done, there is still so much to do. Such an open ending leaves room for imagination which I really like.
Mallory shows her strength in character because she wants to fight back. Cristan really found his equal in her and together, they are a great couple. Furthermore, it is revealed what the government did to Mallory, how evil and ruthless they really are. It shows impressivly how power corrupts. That is why the end is not a happily-ever-after. There are sacrifices made which are realistic for a rebellion but still sad. Also, after the fighting is done, there is still so much to do. Such an open ending leaves room for imagination which I really like.
December 1, 2019
Excellent!
It is one of those books you never want to end. I have fallen in love with these characters. I couldn't put these books down. Read they all three without stopping or sleeping. That's how exciting this story is!
It is one of those books you never want to end. I have fallen in love with these characters. I couldn't put these books down. Read they all three without stopping or sleeping. That's how exciting this story is!
November 1, 2019
Well concluded
I really enjoyed this series. Major characters dying and derek still not understanding how wrong everything that was done to cristian was added to the realism of the ending. Change happening in the new city gives hope , that when well informed people chose to treat each other decently. Mallorys grief and difficulty dealing with it reminds us that we all go through lifes hardships wether we are nero diverse or not. A good series showing all have worth and the right to be accepted as they are
I really enjoyed this series. Major characters dying and derek still not understanding how wrong everything that was done to cristian was added to the realism of the ending. Change happening in the new city gives hope , that when well informed people chose to treat each other decently. Mallorys grief and difficulty dealing with it reminds us that we all go through lifes hardships wether we are nero diverse or not. A good series showing all have worth and the right to be accepted as they are
October 20, 2019
A fantastic final book
I found this final book in the series was so damn good.
Cristan and Mallory's love story was very sweet. The story line around Relevants and Irrelevants was very intriguing. I always like dystopian stories because it makes you wonder "Could this happen?"
I think what happened in this series is very possible in the future especially with how certain governments have so much power.
A great series and I'll be looking forward to reading more by this author.
I found this final book in the series was so damn good.
Cristan and Mallory's love story was very sweet. The story line around Relevants and Irrelevants was very intriguing. I always like dystopian stories because it makes you wonder "Could this happen?"
I think what happened in this series is very possible in the future especially with how certain governments have so much power.
A great series and I'll be looking forward to reading more by this author.
September 12, 2019
I guess I wanted more...
I was disappointed in the relationship development between Mallory and Christan in this book. I needed more. I'm a tad bit disappointed because the last 2 books got it right. I was waiting for them to click and find their perfect place with each other and it just fizzled. I guess I needed another 50 pages or so.Dont get me wrong, I really liked the series as a whole and it was worth the read. I wont be forgetting this series soon.
I was disappointed in the relationship development between Mallory and Christan in this book. I needed more. I'm a tad bit disappointed because the last 2 books got it right. I was waiting for them to click and find their perfect place with each other and it just fizzled. I guess I needed another 50 pages or so.Dont get me wrong, I really liked the series as a whole and it was worth the read. I wont be forgetting this series soon.
September 25, 2020
Great conclusion to this series. Love the way the characters developed especially Mallory.
Sorry this is short and sweet but Sarah has written this awesome series and is well worth the read.
Sorry this is short and sweet but Sarah has written this awesome series and is well worth the read.
July 27, 2019
Great
Great conclusion to a great trilogy! The premise, the writing, everything was captivating and kept me reading long into the night!!!
Great conclusion to a great trilogy! The premise, the writing, everything was captivating and kept me reading long into the night!!!
October 27, 2019
Loved this series
Very good book and series as a whole. I didn't want it to end. I read all three books in a couple of days. Highly recommend.
Very good book and series as a whole. I didn't want it to end. I read all three books in a couple of days. Highly recommend.
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