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A review by themoonwholistens
Thunderhead by Neal Shusterman
5.0
-- Buddy Reading with Bopeep <3 without whom I would be reading this book in the next 50 years --
FORMAT READ: Audiobook (Recommended) & eBook (iBooks)
SIMILAR VIBES: A Monster Calls
READ FOR: thought-provoking story and plot, well written A.I.
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OVERALL: 5.0
MY BRAIN HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY EXPLODINGGGG !!!
One of my favorite things about this series is how the in-between entrys are always so thought-provoking and give the book that extra spice of uniqueness. This book was more mindboggling than Scythe if that is even possible. Neal Shusterman was such a master at creating such a logical persona for artificial intelligence (Thunderhead). It’s not really a spoiler but in replace of H.S. Curie, etc.’s in-between entries, it is the Thunderhead’s consciousness. I always love all the questions that this series raises.
I was very hesitant picking up this book because the first book felt contained to me in terms of plot and world-building BUT THIS BOOK... fixed all those problems. I am so glad I picked up this book even though I screamed at my iPad twice while reading (in a good way). This book took me by surprise to say the least.
PLOT: ★★★★★
I NEVER would have thought that this book would go down the road that it did. NEVER. In a million years.
There is nothing else to say because I'd be spoiling you :) Just know that I loved it.
WRITING STYLE: ★★★★★
Neal Shusterman has a very unique writing style that will just suck you in. He did a really great job in making the Scytheverse deeper in this book and I feel more in touch with the world than in the previous book. The political system was better written here for me as well.
The change in POVs was very creative and were done in right times which I thought gave the story more depth.
WORLD BUILDING: ★★★★★
The world is so well thought-of it in the sense of a world where everything is automated and there are no life threatening consequences anymore. It was also better than the first book (I'm sorry I keep repeating this but it's true).
We also get to read more of the different methods that Scythe's choose to glean which I really appreciated because it made them feel more real to me in a way.
CHARACTERS: ★★★★★
The character developments were so well done in this installment.
Rowan and Citra’s relationship in this book seemed to make more sense to me than their out-o-nowhere romance in Scythe where, in my opinion, it would have been better if they were left platonic. The romantic build up was not there for me in Scythe, but I found it okay now since they have more history. I finally started caring about their relationship now.
I also really liked Citra’s relationship with Scythe Curie. The development was so well done and the timing just right. I didn’t expect for them to have the relationship they had but I was there for it <3 It warmed my heart.
There were also some new and interesting characters that were introduced. There were old characters that were put to good use in the plot. It honestly gave more depth to this world and added to the creativity.
THEMES: ★★★★★
There were so many questions about morality and they were explored so creatively that I was shocked in the best way possible.
PACING: ★★★★★
PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT
This was a face paced novel which was perfect for my reading style.
PAGE TURNER: ★★★★★
Once I start reading, I can’t stop. It’s just that intriguing!! AND I NEED MORE!!
I'm not sure if I'm giving this book justice with this review but if you were anything close to liking the first book... I DEFINITELY recommend this one.
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PRE READ:
I missed this world so much
ARC OF A SCYTHE SERIES REVIEWS
Book #1 : Scythe ★★★★★
Book #2 : Thunderhead ★★★★★
Book #3 : The Toll -----
”That’s exactly what the scythedom is: high school with murder.”
FORMAT READ: Audiobook (Recommended) & eBook (iBooks)
SIMILAR VIBES: A Monster Calls
READ FOR: thought-provoking story and plot, well written A.I.
⟹ MY BLOG ⟸
⟹ SUPPORT ME ON KO-FI ⟸
*All of my reviews are as spoiler-free as possible unless states otherwise*
OVERALL: 5.0
MY BRAIN HAS BEEN CONSTANTLY EXPLODINGGGG !!!
One of my favorite things about this series is how the in-between entrys are always so thought-provoking and give the book that extra spice of uniqueness. This book was more mindboggling than Scythe if that is even possible. Neal Shusterman was such a master at creating such a logical persona for artificial intelligence (Thunderhead). It’s not really a spoiler but in replace of H.S. Curie, etc.’s in-between entries, it is the Thunderhead’s consciousness. I always love all the questions that this series raises.
I was very hesitant picking up this book because the first book felt contained to me in terms of plot and world-building BUT THIS BOOK... fixed all those problems. I am so glad I picked up this book even though I screamed at my iPad twice while reading (in a good way). This book took me by surprise to say the least.
”If we were judged by the things that we most regret, no human being would be worthy to sweep the floor.”
PLOT: ★★★★★
I NEVER would have thought that this book would go down the road that it did. NEVER. In a million years.
There is nothing else to say because I'd be spoiling you :) Just know that I loved it.
WRITING STYLE: ★★★★★
Neal Shusterman has a very unique writing style that will just suck you in. He did a really great job in making the Scytheverse deeper in this book and I feel more in touch with the world than in the previous book. The political system was better written here for me as well.
The change in POVs was very creative and were done in right times which I thought gave the story more depth.
WORLD BUILDING: ★★★★★
The world is so well thought-of it in the sense of a world where everything is automated and there are no life threatening consequences anymore. It was also better than the first book (I'm sorry I keep repeating this but it's true).
We also get to read more of the different methods that Scythe's choose to glean which I really appreciated because it made them feel more real to me in a way.
CHARACTERS: ★★★★★
The character developments were so well done in this installment.
Rowan and Citra’s relationship in this book seemed to make more sense to me than their out-o-nowhere romance in Scythe where, in my opinion, it would have been better if they were left platonic. The romantic build up was not there for me in Scythe, but I found it okay now since they have more history. I finally started caring about their relationship now.
I also really liked Citra’s relationship with Scythe Curie. The development was so well done and the timing just right. I didn’t expect for them to have the relationship they had but I was there for it <3 It warmed my heart.
There were also some new and interesting characters that were introduced. There were old characters that were put to good use in the plot. It honestly gave more depth to this world and added to the creativity.
THEMES: ★★★★★
There were so many questions about morality and they were explored so creatively that I was shocked in the best way possible.
PACING: ★★★★★
PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT
This was a face paced novel which was perfect for my reading style.
PAGE TURNER: ★★★★★
Once I start reading, I can’t stop. It’s just that intriguing!! AND I NEED MORE!!
I'm not sure if I'm giving this book justice with this review but if you were anything close to liking the first book... I DEFINITELY recommend this one.
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---------------------------------
PRE READ:
I missed this world so much
ARC OF A SCYTHE SERIES REVIEWS
Book #1 : Scythe ★★★★★
Book #2 : Thunderhead ★★★★★
Book #3 : The Toll -----