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I love this series so far!

I think I prefer book one to this, but I still had a great time. I love how we're diving deeper into Alex's emotions and those of his friends.

This was a much faster paced book compared to the first one, with nonstop action and twists and turns. The ending definitely has me on the edge of my seat waiting for more.

I highly recommend this book for the young ones and all lovers of middle grade fantasy.

dmcsolobookclub's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

cakt1991's review against another edition

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4.0

I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley and am voluntarily posting a review. All opinions are my own.

Alex Wise vs. the Cosmic Shift picks up where the last adventure left off, and once again, Terry J. Benton-Walker delivers an epic, fast-paced apocalyptic adventure.

Alex is fresh from defeating the First Horseman, but he still has a lot on his plate, with three to go. I enjoyed seeing his growth as he tackled new challenges, as well as personal issues with his family and other loved ones, including reckoning with the fallout from a betrayal by someone he trusted. His uncertainty in the midst of it all is relatable, but he perseveres and continues to evolve over the course of the narrative.

The titular Cosmic Shift raises the stakes quite a bit, especially with frequent reminders of the time counting down. This made for an effective building of tension, culminating in a satisfying climax, resolution, and open ending setting up the next book.

This was a satisfying read, and I’d recommend it to readers looking for an apocalyptic Middle Grade fantasy-adventure. .

sweet85's review

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adventurous emotional inspiring mysterious medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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