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It’s Eva Thorne’s 200th birthday.
But it’s not a celebration, more like a funeral. Eva lives in a world where the Cure for aging and illness has been discovered and administered to every person on Earth, only there’s one big hitch. It turns out that very few people can handle immortality, so they have to take a test on their two hundredth birthday. If they pass, then they get to live forever. But if they fail, they must be euthanized.
Eva’s not an optimist. In fact, she’s pretty sure that she’s going to fail her Centurial Assessment Test. For starters, almost nobody passes anymore. She’s seen the news stories. But than more than that, Eva can tell that she’s already starting to slip mentally. Ever since the Escorts took her husband Owen away for his test a little over six months ago and he never came back, she’s been chainsmoking cigarettes (they can’t kill her after all), binge drinking, and waiting for the Escorts to get it over with already.
Who wants to live forever if you have to do it alone?
Here’s the truth—Owen was her husband for over 170 years. He was her soulmate. Her lover. Her goofball best friend. Her partner in crime. Her everything. But on the way to her testing room, Eva glimpses a staffer who resembles her husband. Suddenly, she has to find out the truth about what really happened to him. Suddenly, she has a reason to live. Did he pass his test? Does he get to live forever? Can Eva join him for this next part of their lives? Or is she destined to fail her test and be euthanized?
Now Eva must escape from the testing facility and find out if her husband passed his test—and what he’s been doing for the past six months. With the Escorts hunting her down, she kidnaps the staffer and drags him to the roof, discovering that it’s Owen—only he can’t remember her because they wiped his memory. When you pass your CAT test, you must leave your old life behind. Eva must now find a way to him remember their life together, or lose him forever to his new immortal existence.
But it’s not a celebration, more like a funeral. Eva lives in a world where the Cure for aging and illness has been discovered and administered to every person on Earth, only there’s one big hitch. It turns out that very few people can handle immortality, so they have to take a test on their two hundredth birthday. If they pass, then they get to live forever. But if they fail, they must be euthanized.
Eva’s not an optimist. In fact, she’s pretty sure that she’s going to fail her Centurial Assessment Test. For starters, almost nobody passes anymore. She’s seen the news stories. But than more than that, Eva can tell that she’s already starting to slip mentally. Ever since the Escorts took her husband Owen away for his test a little over six months ago and he never came back, she’s been chainsmoking cigarettes (they can’t kill her after all), binge drinking, and waiting for the Escorts to get it over with already.
Who wants to live forever if you have to do it alone?
Here’s the truth—Owen was her husband for over 170 years. He was her soulmate. Her lover. Her goofball best friend. Her partner in crime. Her everything. But on the way to her testing room, Eva glimpses a staffer who resembles her husband. Suddenly, she has to find out the truth about what really happened to him. Suddenly, she has a reason to live. Did he pass his test? Does he get to live forever? Can Eva join him for this next part of their lives? Or is she destined to fail her test and be euthanized?
Now Eva must escape from the testing facility and find out if her husband passed his test—and what he’s been doing for the past six months. With the Escorts hunting her down, she kidnaps the staffer and drags him to the roof, discovering that it’s Owen—only he can’t remember her because they wiped his memory. When you pass your CAT test, you must leave your old life behind. Eva must now find a way to him remember their life together, or lose him forever to his new immortal existence.
128 pages, Hardcover
First published February 16, 2021
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Jennifer Brody
14 books184 followersJennifer Brody (Vera Strange) is a New York Times Bestselling Author and Stoker Award Finalist. Her books include The Continuum Trilogy, Disney Chills, and Stranger Things: Starcourt Mall Escape. She is the co-author of All Is Found: A Frozen Anthology and Star Wars: Stories of Jedi and Sith. A fan of all things dark, weird, and wonderful, she's always writing something new. www.jenniferbrody.com
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November 14, 2021
I had the chance to read 200 earlier this year, courtesy an ARC from the publisher, and I keep returning to think about the ethical issues this story raises. The conceit, that only those who pass a test on their 200th birthday can move on into immortality, makes me curious about what the personalities of those who did continue into immortality might be like. Would I envision these survivors the same, or differently, than Brody and Rivera? And would I want to live forever?
The story centers around Eva Thorne and her relationship with her husband Owen. Owen was taken away after his 200th birthday, and now that Eva's has arrived, she's ready to die—only, when she spots Owen among the staffers at her test, she realizes she may still have a reason to live. This new Owen, who doesn't remember their life together, gives her cause to break all the rules and strive toward immortality once more, if only she can pay the price.
While the adventure storyline is fast paced and enjoyable, it's the bigger questions about what it means to live—and what it might mean to live forever—that are sure to stick with you long after you've put the book down. This is an excellent stand alone original graphic novel well worth picking up. Brody and Rivera tell a heck of a story.
The story centers around Eva Thorne and her relationship with her husband Owen. Owen was taken away after his 200th birthday, and now that Eva's has arrived, she's ready to die—only, when she spots Owen among the staffers at her test, she realizes she may still have a reason to live. This new Owen, who doesn't remember their life together, gives her cause to break all the rules and strive toward immortality once more, if only she can pay the price.
While the adventure storyline is fast paced and enjoyable, it's the bigger questions about what it means to live—and what it might mean to live forever—that are sure to stick with you long after you've put the book down. This is an excellent stand alone original graphic novel well worth picking up. Brody and Rivera tell a heck of a story.
September 13, 2022
So this one was super interesting. Taking place in a world where everyone is given extra life and immortality is only granted to a few, it asks the questions, what do you live for when everything else is gone?
The new life span is 200 years old. Once you reach 200, you go through a test to see if you are mentally prepared to life forever. If you pass, you get immortality. If you don't, well you've lived 200 years and it's your time to go. When Eva's husband never comes back from the test, she loses any will to pass the test. However, when it's her time to test, she sees her husband working in the facility, only he doesn't remember who he is and it's up to her to remind him. I loved Eva's spunk and tenacity. She was so driven by love for her husband and could not imagine spending eternity without him. She was definitely stronger than her weak ass husband. And that damn ending. I did not see the twist coming and because of that, it shocked me even more.
This story came from a short story that Brody wrote awhile ago and I really liked how she included the short story at the back of the book. It was fun to see how it changed once it became a graphic novel.
The new life span is 200 years old. Once you reach 200, you go through a test to see if you are mentally prepared to life forever. If you pass, you get immortality. If you don't, well you've lived 200 years and it's your time to go. When Eva's husband never comes back from the test, she loses any will to pass the test. However, when it's her time to test, she sees her husband working in the facility, only he doesn't remember who he is and it's up to her to remind him. I loved Eva's spunk and tenacity. She was so driven by love for her husband and could not imagine spending eternity without him. She was definitely stronger than her weak ass husband. And that damn ending. I did not see the twist coming and because of that, it shocked me even more.
This story came from a short story that Brody wrote awhile ago and I really liked how she included the short story at the back of the book. It was fun to see how it changed once it became a graphic novel.
February 18, 2021
It’s been a minute since I’ve loved a graphic novel as much as I loved this once. The concept is great - you can live forever, but at age 200, you get tested to see if your mind can handle it. And most people don’t pass that test. What happens when your own love story is put to the test - will it survive, or was it ever what you thought it was?
The plot is a little jumpy and leaves a lot of question, but graphic novels aren’t known for in-depth world building (especially in the first of a series). The artwork is minimalist and I love the focus on just a few colors (pink, yellow, gray, black, white). Some coloring did help you distinguish flashbacks from the present. However, sometimes the characters’ looks changed too much from one panel to the next that it made it tough to keep up at points.
Overall though, I loved it!!! The idea is fresh and original and keeps you wanting more. Thank you to the publisher for an ARC.
The plot is a little jumpy and leaves a lot of question, but graphic novels aren’t known for in-depth world building (especially in the first of a series). The artwork is minimalist and I love the focus on just a few colors (pink, yellow, gray, black, white). Some coloring did help you distinguish flashbacks from the present. However, sometimes the characters’ looks changed too much from one panel to the next that it made it tough to keep up at points.
Overall though, I loved it!!! The idea is fresh and original and keeps you wanting more. Thank you to the publisher for an ARC.
January 10, 2022
Very interesting concept. It reminds me of In Time.
In this world, you are given a 200 year lifespan and Immortality is a possibility but you need to pass a test to make sure you can handle it. It could have used more dialogue because I was fully invested in the story but I noticed numerous amounts of panels of just art and nothing more. Jules Rivera's art was very reminiscent of Sin City and I absolutely loved it. The cliffhanger was great and I can't wait to see what Jennifer Brody brings us in 2022.
In this world, you are given a 200 year lifespan and Immortality is a possibility but you need to pass a test to make sure you can handle it. It could have used more dialogue because I was fully invested in the story but I noticed numerous amounts of panels of just art and nothing more. Jules Rivera's art was very reminiscent of Sin City and I absolutely loved it. The cliffhanger was great and I can't wait to see what Jennifer Brody brings us in 2022.
March 1, 2021
I loved Jennifer Brody's breakout trilogy, The 13th Continuum, so much that I pre-ordered her graphic novel, 200, as soon as I heard about it. While her trilogy was a breakout hit, this graphic novel falls flat for me, unfortunately. With wacky artistic style that doesn't quite capture the characters facial expressions and ambiance lacking in depth, I found it hard to feel the emotions I was supposed to feel. The character relationship seemed sweet but had no real depth or history to cling to. Strange, since their relationship was supposed to be hundreds of years in the making yet seemed like a disjointed, one-sided love.
Brody attempts a very cool idea of people being vaccinated and living longer due to never getting sick. It is an uber interesting concept that pulled me in immediately. Unfortunately, there was not much explained by way of the concept which floated to the background of this love story. The futuristic atmosphere would have also been a highlight if I felt the artistic style warranted it. Overall, I was not impressed and my hopes were dashed since I love graphic novels. But I realized that I love graphic novels with meaty storylines and artwork that pulls me into the emotions and atmosphere. Sadly, this was a foul ball for me. I won't give up on Brody just yet and neither should you.
Raging Book Reviews Not Recommended
Brody attempts a very cool idea of people being vaccinated and living longer due to never getting sick. It is an uber interesting concept that pulled me in immediately. Unfortunately, there was not much explained by way of the concept which floated to the background of this love story. The futuristic atmosphere would have also been a highlight if I felt the artistic style warranted it. Overall, I was not impressed and my hopes were dashed since I love graphic novels. But I realized that I love graphic novels with meaty storylines and artwork that pulls me into the emotions and atmosphere. Sadly, this was a foul ball for me. I won't give up on Brody just yet and neither should you.
Raging Book Reviews Not Recommended
January 26, 2021
If you love trippy futuristic tales like the ones found in episodes of Black Mirror, then stop what you’re doing and pre-order Jennifer Brody’s newest graphic novel 200. (READ MORE: https://yourmoneygeek.com/review-jenn...)
Last year, Jennifer Brody and illustrator Jules Rivera teamed up to create Brody’s debut graphic novel Spectre Deep 6, and their upcoming release 200 lives up to the hype of the edgy sci-fi world they created before.
Jennifer Brody's 200 is a Fresh Take on the Sci-fi Pursuit of Immorality
I am a sucker for dark science fiction, particularly ones that carry the essence of today through the lens of futuristic technology and macabre do-or-die scenarios. This is a graphic novel that would be the right pick for fans of Altered Carbon, Repo! The Genetic Opera, or even the darkest episodes of Netflix’s Black Mirror.
Have you ever wondered what it may be like to live forever? Well, 200 is set in a world where the government developed a cure to allow people to do just that, with the caveat that once they reach the age of 200 they must take a test. If they pass, they are allowed to remain immortal, but if they fail they are euthanized. It’s some seriously dark stuff.
Eva and Owen Thorne have been married for 170 years. They considered themselves soulmates, they did everything together. But then his time was up. On his 200th birthday, they came to take him to his “CAT” test and he never returned. Mere months later, having lost the will to care — she is taken in for her own test.
Graphic novels are no easy feat and Brody and Rivera make for a brilliant team of storytellers, creating a vivid world that feels as real as our own. I was particularly fond of how unabashedly passionate Eva is. She may accept her anticipated demise, but she doesn’t go down without a fight.
Science fiction stories centered around defying death and creating state-of-the-art technology that comes with a price are far from new and yet Brody was able to create a world that feels fresh and new. The 200 is filled with twists, turns, and moments that will have you going “Oh!” when it all clicks into place.
And the best part? The 200 is set up to be a larger story. It ends on a bit of a cliffhanger with the promise of another issue and I have a feeling that Virgil Polaris’ story will be just as exhilarating as Eva’s. But will it be as bittersweet? I’m anxious to find out.
If you’re squeamish about light medical horror or tasteful sexual content, you may want to pass on 200. But if you’re like me and a sucker for twisted sci-fi realms, this is a graphic novel you won’t want to miss out on.
Last year, Jennifer Brody and illustrator Jules Rivera teamed up to create Brody’s debut graphic novel Spectre Deep 6, and their upcoming release 200 lives up to the hype of the edgy sci-fi world they created before.
Jennifer Brody's 200 is a Fresh Take on the Sci-fi Pursuit of Immorality
I am a sucker for dark science fiction, particularly ones that carry the essence of today through the lens of futuristic technology and macabre do-or-die scenarios. This is a graphic novel that would be the right pick for fans of Altered Carbon, Repo! The Genetic Opera, or even the darkest episodes of Netflix’s Black Mirror.
Have you ever wondered what it may be like to live forever? Well, 200 is set in a world where the government developed a cure to allow people to do just that, with the caveat that once they reach the age of 200 they must take a test. If they pass, they are allowed to remain immortal, but if they fail they are euthanized. It’s some seriously dark stuff.
Eva and Owen Thorne have been married for 170 years. They considered themselves soulmates, they did everything together. But then his time was up. On his 200th birthday, they came to take him to his “CAT” test and he never returned. Mere months later, having lost the will to care — she is taken in for her own test.
Graphic novels are no easy feat and Brody and Rivera make for a brilliant team of storytellers, creating a vivid world that feels as real as our own. I was particularly fond of how unabashedly passionate Eva is. She may accept her anticipated demise, but she doesn’t go down without a fight.
Science fiction stories centered around defying death and creating state-of-the-art technology that comes with a price are far from new and yet Brody was able to create a world that feels fresh and new. The 200 is filled with twists, turns, and moments that will have you going “Oh!” when it all clicks into place.
And the best part? The 200 is set up to be a larger story. It ends on a bit of a cliffhanger with the promise of another issue and I have a feeling that Virgil Polaris’ story will be just as exhilarating as Eva’s. But will it be as bittersweet? I’m anxious to find out.
If you’re squeamish about light medical horror or tasteful sexual content, you may want to pass on 200. But if you’re like me and a sucker for twisted sci-fi realms, this is a graphic novel you won’t want to miss out on.
March 24, 2021
This was such a tricky book to rate. As soon as I came across this graphic novel a few months back I added it to my wishlist. The cover design was spectacular as was the premise. And I have to say after reading this I was no less impressed with the story- especially the twists I never saw coming.
At the conclusion of the graphic novel portion of this story there are a few pages by Jennifer Brody explaining where the story originated and how it came to be what it is today. Jules Rivera also shares her connection to both the story and the main character and how painful it was at times reliving her own dark memories. I really felt connected to both artists after reading their excerpts. At the very end is the original short story that the graphic novel is based on. I wish I had read it in that form first because I could only picture the characters how they were drawn and unfortunately that brings me to the part where I share what I didn’t like about this book.
After reading Jules Rivera’s story it pains me even more to say this but I hated the art style. I know Rivera is capable of making fantastic art- the cover of this book is what caught my eye to begin with. There are also some panels throughout that feature some beautiful work- but for the most part it was just not good. I didn’t care for the color palette either. The whole visual package was just a real disappointment for me.
Despite the unappealing art I was still super impressed with the clever imagination of the author. I thought both the story and plot were impressive and engaging. Therefore it’ll be no surprise that I was absolutely delighted to hear there is a movie adaption in the works for this title. And let me tell you- this story will translate beautifully to the big screen. As a matter of fact, if I had to choose, I’d say it’s the ideal format to tell this crazy story!
Besides a movie there are also two more installments to follow in graphic novel format, the next book being Assume the Position: 200 Retest. This title is not yet here on Goodreads but it’s due to release in 2022 and I wholeheartedly plan to embrace the art for what it is in order to consume the story. Maybe the art will be improved upon in volume two. It’s already known the talent is there, it’s just a matter of whether the artist will choose to tweak the style or stay the course. We shall see.
At the conclusion of the graphic novel portion of this story there are a few pages by Jennifer Brody explaining where the story originated and how it came to be what it is today. Jules Rivera also shares her connection to both the story and the main character and how painful it was at times reliving her own dark memories. I really felt connected to both artists after reading their excerpts. At the very end is the original short story that the graphic novel is based on. I wish I had read it in that form first because I could only picture the characters how they were drawn and unfortunately that brings me to the part where I share what I didn’t like about this book.
After reading Jules Rivera’s story it pains me even more to say this but I hated the art style. I know Rivera is capable of making fantastic art- the cover of this book is what caught my eye to begin with. There are also some panels throughout that feature some beautiful work- but for the most part it was just not good. I didn’t care for the color palette either. The whole visual package was just a real disappointment for me.
Despite the unappealing art I was still super impressed with the clever imagination of the author. I thought both the story and plot were impressive and engaging. Therefore it’ll be no surprise that I was absolutely delighted to hear there is a movie adaption in the works for this title. And let me tell you- this story will translate beautifully to the big screen. As a matter of fact, if I had to choose, I’d say it’s the ideal format to tell this crazy story!
Besides a movie there are also two more installments to follow in graphic novel format, the next book being Assume the Position: 200 Retest. This title is not yet here on Goodreads but it’s due to release in 2022 and I wholeheartedly plan to embrace the art for what it is in order to consume the story. Maybe the art will be improved upon in volume two. It’s already known the talent is there, it’s just a matter of whether the artist will choose to tweak the style or stay the course. We shall see.
February 24, 2021
This interesting graphic novel ends with fitting sci fi irony.
Eva and her husband and best friend, Owen, have been together for nearly 170 years. But as their 200th birthdays loom, they are distressed. In Eva’s world, when people turn 200, they are required to take a Centurial Assessment Test (CAT). If the person passes the test they get to live forever. But as far as the public knows, most people fail.
Eva convinces Owen to make bucket lists so they can do special things their last year. Owen takes his test and Eva believes he is dead. She struggles waiting for her CAT test date, wondering if she has a reason to live. As she enters the facility for her testing, she sees a staffer whom she is sure is Owen. He has no memory of Eva as his mind has been wiped. Eva is desperate to find out what truly happened to Owen, but to do that she has to escape the enforcers and force ‘Owen’ to escape with her. Will Eva be able to uncover the truth? Will she be able to pass the CAT test and gain the right to live forever?
This story has humor, excitement, a bit of sex, and the irony that is so often an element of sci fi. I enjoyed the twists which are anticipated but still a good surprise. The graphic images are engaging, sometimes bold and sometimes with starkness. There are sexual images that I could have done without, but they are quick and only a small part of the overall story. I recommend this as an entertaining, quick read for sci fi and graphic novel fans.
Source: 1/11/2021 Received from Turner Publishing Marketing.
Eva and her husband and best friend, Owen, have been together for nearly 170 years. But as their 200th birthdays loom, they are distressed. In Eva’s world, when people turn 200, they are required to take a Centurial Assessment Test (CAT). If the person passes the test they get to live forever. But as far as the public knows, most people fail.
Eva convinces Owen to make bucket lists so they can do special things their last year. Owen takes his test and Eva believes he is dead. She struggles waiting for her CAT test date, wondering if she has a reason to live. As she enters the facility for her testing, she sees a staffer whom she is sure is Owen. He has no memory of Eva as his mind has been wiped. Eva is desperate to find out what truly happened to Owen, but to do that she has to escape the enforcers and force ‘Owen’ to escape with her. Will Eva be able to uncover the truth? Will she be able to pass the CAT test and gain the right to live forever?
This story has humor, excitement, a bit of sex, and the irony that is so often an element of sci fi. I enjoyed the twists which are anticipated but still a good surprise. The graphic images are engaging, sometimes bold and sometimes with starkness. There are sexual images that I could have done without, but they are quick and only a small part of the overall story. I recommend this as an entertaining, quick read for sci fi and graphic novel fans.
Source: 1/11/2021 Received from Turner Publishing Marketing.
October 26, 2020
(Full disclosure: I received a free e-ARC for review through Edelweiss.)
In this future utopia/dystopia, the Cure has ended aging and wiped out illness. Theoretically, humans could live forever - if not for our pesky brains, which lag several evolutionary steps behind our tech and simply cannot handle the burden of immortality.
Enter: the Centurial Assessment Test. After a rather deadly and high-profile mass shooting - called THE RAMPAGE - the government mandated an evaluation that all citizens must undergo on their 200th birthday. Those who pass - the lucky 1% - are allowed to go on living. Those who don't are euthanized and incinerated.
Eva Thorne's husband Owen - the love of her life and her husband of more than a century - was marched off to his test six months back, never to return. Now her 200th birthday is fast approaching, but she can't bring herself to care. Life just isn't worth living if Owen's not by her side. But when she catches a glimpse of Owen's eyes peeking out from the face mask of one her proctors, Eva decides she wants to go one living after all - if only to find out what happened to Owen.
While I loved the idea of this story, I'm sorry to say that the execution just didn't do it for me. The futuristic, minimalist artwork suits the idea well, but it isn't my thing. The action sequences in particular are sometimes confusing, and I couldn't always grasp the tech and environmental details, even when spelled out in the narrative. The plot seemed to have a lot of gaps, and the character development was flimsy, little to none. And the ending is just one big nope from me.
In this future utopia/dystopia, the Cure has ended aging and wiped out illness. Theoretically, humans could live forever - if not for our pesky brains, which lag several evolutionary steps behind our tech and simply cannot handle the burden of immortality.
Enter: the Centurial Assessment Test. After a rather deadly and high-profile mass shooting - called THE RAMPAGE - the government mandated an evaluation that all citizens must undergo on their 200th birthday. Those who pass - the lucky 1% - are allowed to go on living. Those who don't are euthanized and incinerated.
Eva Thorne's husband Owen - the love of her life and her husband of more than a century - was marched off to his test six months back, never to return. Now her 200th birthday is fast approaching, but she can't bring herself to care. Life just isn't worth living if Owen's not by her side. But when she catches a glimpse of Owen's eyes peeking out from the face mask of one her proctors, Eva decides she wants to go one living after all - if only to find out what happened to Owen.
While I loved the idea of this story, I'm sorry to say that the execution just didn't do it for me. The futuristic, minimalist artwork suits the idea well, but it isn't my thing. The action sequences in particular are sometimes confusing, and I couldn't always grasp the tech and environmental details, even when spelled out in the narrative. The plot seemed to have a lot of gaps, and the character development was flimsy, little to none. And the ending is just one big nope from me.
June 10, 2024
200 is a fun romp that leaves the reader to mull over a few questions presented; although it largely unfolds about how you'd expect. The new lifespan is 200 years old. However once you reach 200 you take a test to determine if you are worthy of true immortality or not. Only about 1% of people pass. Eva Thorne has resigned herself to failing. Her husband, Owen, and her embark on a quest to fulfill their bucket lists before they take their tests. Then the time comes; and Eva makes some bold decisions.
200 largely revolves around Eva and Owen's relationship. We get to see how two-hundred years of living influences them. Some people can't handle living this long, and become "rampagers." Killing indiscriminately. I had an idea of where this story would go, and it did for the most part unfold how I expected. Others may find it twisty. The art is a delight. Rivera's style lends itself to Eva's personality perfectly. The use of coloring also enhances the experience. There is a short prose story at the end which was neat.
Overall 200's idea does have a flair of originality. It also works solidly as a standalone graphic novel, even with a book two teased. 4 out of 5 stars.
200 largely revolves around Eva and Owen's relationship. We get to see how two-hundred years of living influences them. Some people can't handle living this long, and become "rampagers." Killing indiscriminately. I had an idea of where this story would go, and it did for the most part unfold how I expected. Others may find it twisty. The art is a delight. Rivera's style lends itself to Eva's personality perfectly. The use of coloring also enhances the experience. There is a short prose story at the end which was neat.
Overall 200's idea does have a flair of originality. It also works solidly as a standalone graphic novel, even with a book two teased. 4 out of 5 stars.
February 8, 2021
I'm old enough to remember the movie "Logan's Run" so it didn't seem all that original a plot. Appreciated the Extras at the end (the text of the original story and the notes from the author and illustrator).
May 16, 2022
Jules Rivera's art fits the visceral urgency of the book. The creators talk about exorcising their personal demons with this book and we are the lucky beneficiaries of the process. The story kicks all expectations to the curb and I LOVE a good unsentimental, but meaningful, ending.
August 18, 2021
I didn't like the writing but, to be fair, I didn't like the artwork either.
November 29, 2021
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January 16, 2022
It had a neat concept, but it was over too soon and snuffed out the plot. It says there is another coming soon, but I will not be reading it.
February 26, 2022
I loved the premise and world of this scifi story a lot. I’m curious to read the next one!
December 31, 2023
I think reading this book killed some of my brain cells. I want them back.
January 4, 2025
A vital message to love yourself more than you love your partner.
April 20, 2021
Whoa, this was intense. It was easy to get sucked into the story. From the beginning, it puts you on the edge of your seat and doesn’t let up. Suspenseful and powerfully emotional, I was so into Eva and Owen’s love story. Jennifer Brody’s writing is fantastic and I’m loving Jules Rivera’s monochromatic art.
I’d be into more stories told by this duo - but this story works really well as a standalone. I don’t know if I’m interested in the setup they give for the follow-up, given the characters included.
Thanks to Turner Publishing Company for an ARC in return for an honest review.
I’d be into more stories told by this duo - but this story works really well as a standalone. I don’t know if I’m interested in the setup they give for the follow-up, given the characters included.
Thanks to Turner Publishing Company for an ARC in return for an honest review.
June 12, 2022
I feel like this was a 3.5 star for me but I leaned more towards 4 stars than 3. Interesting and unique story. You really felt for the main character. That ending…… well it was not expected. Would recommend if you’re looking for something different.
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