One Word Kill

Tough to rate! It's a compelling story that moves right along. It had some great ideas (some better than others). Two things against it: First, it was more somber than I was hoping (I was looking for a fun time) and Second, it did not tie up all of its threads - so I have to assume I'll need to read more books to get more of a conclusion.) (And by "threads", some of the threads aren't plot - they're unused ideas or abilities.) I'm on the fence about whether or not I'll pursue the rest of the series. It's pretty rare that sequels are more fun than the first book - but the ratings on Goodreads seem to suggest that this just might be the case!

The blurb for this book includes a phrase like "Stranger Things meets Ready Player One", and it's hard to stop thinking all the way through, that is this exactly the target the author was aiming for.

Once upon a time, this would have been labeled a Boys' book. It's a silly label, but it does tell you what to expect. It's a well written book, with fast-paced action and it's very easy to read. The characters could stand a little more depth, but I understand from another review on Bookwyrm that it's the first of a trilogy, so I'm sure they will get further developed.