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absorbing world with complex characters

Revisado: 04-24-19

Rich and conflicted characters, creative and intriguing world. N. K. Jemisin is a very talented writer, she works the timelines and characters into a mysterious and intricate vision. The book has many dark and heavy moments, it's a difficult place marred by trying times and overwhelming fear and prejudice. So not a happy go lucky book if that's what you're looking for. The only thing I'm iffy about is the voice actress. She's talented, but often the inflection of a characters voice feels out of place with what they're saying and it breaks the books spell. This is also very much my personal opinions but I haaaatteee the voice she uses for Schaffa. It just sounds Irish, hesitant and less melodic than the writing suggested.

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Inventive engaging and thoughtful

Revisado: 03-01-19

I enjoyed this book far more than expected. the author layered perspectives and storylines that kept it engaging and intriguing. Although I must admit that I'm not too inclined to go on a mission to pick the story apart in any way, in large part because of how wonderfully inventive of a character/idea Tchaikovsky had for the new planets citizens. It was a very enjoyable book to get lost in.

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Frustrating plot holes, a little predictable

Revisado: 02-27-19

Despite that it's still engaging enough to want to listen to more, could spark good debates. There are still a few of the main characters choices that drive me a bit nuts and seem to have been glossed over to keep the plot rolling despite having the chance to unravel it. I don't want to throw out any spoilers, but if you're into space exploration and The Martian style space survival this books had very little of it. More of a Matrix sort of feel.

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Fantastic learning technique, muddied vocalization

Revisado: 01-14-19

His technique for getting a hang of the tones is super helpful and sticks really easily! In it he says you won't need another language learning program and while I believe it I am also using Rosetta Stone and Duolingo because I want to learn the written language too. I feel like Mr. Thomas' system gives the essential tone nuances that neither of those programs do.
The audio book itself starts off at a slow pace and then feels like it speeds up really quickly. I've listened to it about 4 or 5 times now and am now able to keep up and not feel lost. Which is nice, the more you practice the slower the audio book feels and the easier it gets.
My only real complaint is the 2 non native speakers practicing with you on the audiobook. They misspeak sometimes, or don't have the inflection right and when they are corrected they often repeat it again. I lose the correct version too quickly and begin worrying that I'm learning their version and not the native speakers. The guy practicing is usually too hesitant and quiet, it's a uncertain model to have repeating most things to you.
Still definitely worth it though, very helpful and I'm buying the next book now.

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I'm obsessed

Revisado: 12-06-18

I listened to all three books in three days. It's so engaging, I'm in love with the characters and the wonderful twisting plot. So many exciting turns! The narrator does a very good job with the voices and hits with the right amount of emotion. The only ire I have is needing to wait until April for the fourth book.

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So Absorbing!

Revisado: 11-30-18

I finished both audio books in under 4 days. Such an engaging plot, with genuinely surprising twists and turns. As well as character growth. I am waiting excited for the next book!

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A typical plot line and characters

Revisado: 11-26-18

Super generic irritating characters. Super controlling, angry, emotionally unavailable and scarred, overly wealthy and handsome man who gets angry when the woman won't accept the lavish spending on her. She's awkward, overly neurotic, conflicted, childish, defiant but submissive (what real adult stomps their foot and huffs in the workplace?? And how is that cute?) The plotline is overly predictable, it fetishizes wealth like we get wet at the thought of shopping sprees and it's just meh. The sex scenes are great though, worth skipping around for those.

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Definitely for the teens

Revisado: 11-12-18

Obvious plot twists and frustratingly dense lead character, not for story analyzers or the non-angsty. Enjoyed the set up to the dystopian future, the scenery created is well done too. But I found myself often yelling in frustration at the lead character. She's supposed to be analytical and intelligent, usually she is, but she completely fails to make the most obvious connections. All to create a thin veil of mystery and build tension in the plot, despite it being out of character. Also, can we stop passing off violent, moody men as attractive? Four may be tortured and deep but he's still a far more controlling love interest than would be healthy to tolerate. Not an ideal boyfriend, no matter how hot.

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She spoke right to my insecure soul

Revisado: 09-05-18

I don't doubt that I'll play this book again and again, she is assuring, honest and optimistic enough to light a fire under your ass. I probably fall exactly in with the target audience, I have no problem with the swearing (if you're sensitive to it though, there's a lot). Thoroughly enjoyed her included personal history and the advice given feels applicable and usable. Super, super loved this!

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