A student lent me this book, so of course, I let it sit on my desk for a while. I have a bad habit of that! :) Anyhow, I have mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, I completely understand how the kiddos who LOVED Twilight are now growing and want something a little more... It put me in that spot where I wanted to put the book down but I just needed to finish. Obviously it was slightly interesting, since I am writing this review at one in the morning. I think I'll blame that on my long afternoon nap and the Mountain Dew.
This book was a return to form for me. I loved Koontz's earlier works. (Lightning and Watchers being my favorite.) I know the world has been enthralled with the Odd Thomas series, which I just could not love as much as I did the previously mentioned two. I wish Koontz would have written more Christopher Snow books. Tangent aside, I really enjoyed Relentless. The dialogue and characterization got me hooked just like they did in my favorite Koontz stories.
DOOM!
I had trouble getting into the book due to the large amounts of info at the beginning. I watched the movie (subtitled) as I was about halfway through due to the amazing-ness of Netflix. That renewed my interest in the book and I finished it over break. I wish some of the graphic parts weren't as graphic, but I know it helps shape Salander's character. I'm not sure if I will read the next two books or not.
Yes, I cried at the end... in the middle of the cafeteria at my school. Although it was sad, I was satisfied with the ending and agreed with the point that Gale made as he was talking to Peeta. I'm so glad that my students are enjoying the series. (We also can't wait for the Accelerated Reader quiz to be ready!)
This was freaky, and I liked it! I wasn't quite sure what to think of it at first, but by the time things started getting interesting, it was hard to put down.
Though I always have high hopes for the happy ending, I was satisfied with how this ended. Much better than Mockingjay.