3.5
A definite page turner, but there were several things that kept
me from enjoying this book to its fullest. There was excessive language
and a sex scene. I suppose I am a prude because I really don't enjoy
reading books with that kind of content. I was already half way into it
when I realized. It was a good enough book that I wanted to see where
it would lead. I loved the alternate history story line and felt that
Fama did a great job of selling the Day/Night distinctions. Our society
is already as fractured as this, but it is along class lines. The poor
can no sooner associate with that upper 1% than the Day and Night crowds
come together. And just like this book, the governing bodies force
everyone into their respective roles and expect everyone to not rock the
boat. Fama really highlights and discerns what is wrong in society and
makes it into Sol's struggle.
With the way this book ended, I
am assuming that there will be a sequel. If not, then it was truly a
brilliant way to end. The reader gets to make their own conclusion, but
I feel there is more to tell about Sol and D'arcy. I hope we will get
to see more Jean because he was truly a fascinating character.
The
plot was intricate and well put together. Just when you think the book
is headed one way, it veers off to another path. I did feel that the
latter end of the middle half bogged down. Otherwise, it was all
action.
If you are a fan of alternate fiction, this will definitely be one that you want to pick up.
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