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The book itself definitely has a slow pace but im already quite fond of the characters. There's an intriguing set of plot being set up so. Cant wait to read more ig lol

Very intriguing start, the writing is immersive and the prose isnt half bad. I like being in the perspective of the kids, Thera & Phyro and what not. The characters seem very likeable, with something promising for the future plot

So many broad details, like tell me why I had to know Greenblatt wipes his hands and leaves dead skin everywhere like c'mon. I dont need to know his hygienic habits

I do wish the perspectives actually honed more into the individuality of the hackers instead of a general scale. The writing at times feels like theyre buffing word count do it drags. But there is times where the writing excels and engages me, and the character transitions have been (mostly) smooth and pleasant to read.

Holy Court bullshit

The whole operation on Pengos part didnt go anywhere and definitely seemed less competent than Kevin. Everyone had their own goals. Less interesting but still

Oh Pengo lol. Its always the ego that ends up being the downfall

Quite funny that Mitnick gets betrayed by his friend, doesnt seem like he was too much of a good guy those last days. Im really liking this second part involving the new "MC" Pengo, feels more relatable

Ive never seen a man get into so many frankly useless shenanigans to boost his own ego lol

Characters go on these painful monologues like I can see the attempt at characterization but they have no motivations its so BORINGGG

Some of the characters monologing is just awful to read and none of the characters (especially the knights) are hard to distinguish from one another. The story at times becomes hard to follow, with a lack of balance between the two. The reveal for the whole memory mystery was lackluster and I felt nothing. Pretty much the only time they mention it was the reveal.

I enjoy the moment where they try to give Beatrice character about "how quickly she trusted a polite soldier" so this doesnt make much sense when Axl too had felt bad, trusting him. There was no build up, AND Axl contradicts himself. And it seems like theyre giving Wistan, the soldier more characterization for them. And the whole mystery with memory doesnt get brought up neatly as often as it should.

Things havent changed much. Them going to a village only to have people attempt killing them and be completely fine the next day?? The explanation was pitiful, and it just so happens the ONE soldier can speak their language. It really feels like a weak excuse not to write their characters. There's several awkward silence when the soldiers join them. Where is the characterization??

The setting is interesting but its just.. Boring, like I can see the attempt at characterization and the over arching motivation but I feel them as characters are lacking internal motivation. This seems to be an issue with a lot of books, the faulty execution

The fact that Winston gets arrested feels a bit lackluster to me, the story itself is pretty simple. However his interaction with O'brien does give it a lot more meaning and sells me on the idea.

"Winston realized his lack of motivations" thanks for saying it for us George! Okay, so it's clear that George is hinting of some awareness of the misogyny in the tone, and some of it is clever. But my point really stands. Some of his word use takes you out of the story and the character development and conversational flow feels surface level. There's some really stand out lines but the overall education is lacking

Winston and Julia feel more like symbols to me than actual characters. Some of their comversation and characterization feels rushed or jarring. Some concepts are fun though like visiting antique places and talking to the old folk. Wish the characterization was stronger but eh

I like the concept of pneumatic tubes and the ministry, the possibility for world building is really intriguing. Like how the hell are they erasing people's memories huh?? The concept itself isnt crazy though. The book is ahead of its time, but the whole government surveillance doesnt sweep me off my feet

The random POV change smack dab at the end of the book was so unnecessary. Im not nearly as attached to the characters and now it just feels like a drag reading it. It feels discombobulated too? Not a fan after reading a 600 page book for characters i was alr attached too.

Cal gives Adam his money and he gets rejected, ouch 🤭 Kate or Cathy gets more time in the spotlight with a whole lot of internal conflict with her dumb brute Joe, perhaps an I there reflection of Stienbecks thoughts? And Kate KILLS herself??

Despite Cal echoing Charles and his hostility Stienbeck still cares to explore him and his character development giving him more narrative significance than Aron. The story itself is slowing down and getting less interesting. But waching Adam's transition and Lee aging has been great.

This book hasn't gotten boring in all 350 pages. With all the generational importance, seeing Adam's children echo the relationship he had with Charles. And the themes that seem to be at play here "all things have a end, good or bad." Adam coming to term with Cathy.. Samuel dying. Yeah

Charles dead? Explains why I haven't seen his perspective, I was wondering! Why though? I'll have to see. Samuel dying and being Adam's wake up call is probably the best thing to happen. There was a lead up.. Sometimes death is someone's wake up call

Oh my emotional foil for Adam, Samuel ❤️ it'll be sad for him to leave Adam's narrative but he set more than a good enough example for him. Set forth Adam, only we can hope you find yourself

Oh Cathy 😬 you are not a good woman are you. Samuel you better whip our boy Adam back into shape

I really like how Adam's and Charles relationship is depicted. Cathy's appearance was a little sudden. Could be the point. But her playing off as Charles reflective counterpart is interesting. Both are like the other they just present differently.