Adaptation

For the most part, the scifi aspects of the book are very well-written, particularly for a YA novel. I did take down one star because the love triangle isn't very authentic to the bisexual experience. Further, it supports negative stereotypes that bisexuals will "leave" one gender for another. That simply isn't true and hurtful to those of us fighting these negative stereotypes.Other than that, the love triangle was a bit forced and dragged down the pacing in the middle.

Reese Holloway and David Li are on their way home from a debate competition when things start to go really wrong. Like, they wake up in a military hospital a month later wrong. When they wake up, they aren't the same as they were. For one thing, they can read minds.I never quite got into Malinda Lo's first two books, even though I'd been especially excited by ASH, since I love fairytale retellings. I found her style a bit stiff and cold. They were good enough, but nothing I was over the moon about. ADAPTATION, on the other hand, sucked me in and forced me to go to the library and borrow a copy of INHERITANCE so that I could read it immediately.ADAPTATION is a science fiction novel with some thriller and romance elements. Like many other science fiction novels, it is preoccupied with what makes us human. Unlike many science fiction novels, Reese is also questioning her identity because she falls for a girl. (Although Reese dates both David and Amber in the book, there is no cheating. One relationship clearly ends before another begins.) It's a lovely mishmash between the philosophy of reality and of the imagination. But it's not ponderous - there's lots of crazy, creepy stuff happening, including stalking by men in black.A highlight for me, in both books, were Reese and David's family and friends. Something strange has happened to them, but they have a loving, fierce support group backing them up. Reese's mom might be one of my favorite parents in YA fiction. Lo does a great job of showing that competent adults don't have to ruin the plot of a teen-oriented book.If you're into science fiction, I highly recommend ADAPTATION and INHERITANCE. I would say more about specific sci-fi elements that might entice you, but I'm afraid to give anything away. Lo doesn't employ the most shocking twists, but it's still a fun journey. (Side note: I thoroughly enjoyed how the love triangle resolved in INHERITANCE.)

I'm not usually a big sci fi fan but this twisty, unputdownable duology is definitely an exception. Major props for including a bisexual love triangle and thoughtful reflections about sexuality and identity. Highly, highly recommended.

Fun story! Definitely a great teenage read packed with adventure and distinct characters. I enjoyed this story even though I'm no longer a team because the relationship dynamics are so relatable, if you're gay, straight, or bi. I would give it an extra star if you think you might be bisexual and want something not overly romantic to read.

This story couldn't have started off any better. The first few chapters definitely heighten the suspense and leave you eager for more. Unfortunately the unexpected romance in the middle of the book slows down the action almost to halt, at least for me. Even though it makes sense later on I still feel like it slowed the pace of the book too much and is the only reason I wouldn't give this book a solid 5. Still I hope a sequel comes out soon because I definitely want to read more.

I love this sci-fi YA genre, but this book especially captured my attention right from the start and didn't let go. The only time I really stopped reading was because I couldn't keep my eyes open anymore, and that was at 1am last night. Malinda Lo's writing style is amazing and fluid. She definitely gained another fan. Now onto the book Ash, which I hate to admit that I've had for months and neglected... but there you have it. However, now it gets its chance!

The book starts out as a scary post 9/11 nightmare: airplanes crashing left and right, military envoys secretly taking control of various cities, and the general population looting and killing one another in order to stock up on canned goods and gasoline. The two main characters are trying to escape the madness and end up wrecking their rented car in the desert. From there, the book takes a turn and X-Files fans will be sucked right in: a mysterious base in the desert, a mysterious medical facility that fixes both children up a little better than before they crashed and a scary-secret non-disclosure agreement. If these kind of conspiracies, this is a great book for you.

Pre-ordered this book on Amazon because I had already read Ash and Huntress and they were both really good books. I was a little worried because I don't normally read Sci-Fi, but it turns out I didn't need to be. All the characters were just as well written as I had hoped, the story progressed in a way that allowed me to adequately suspend my disbelief, and I really enjoyed it. Looking forward to the sequel: Inheritance. Pre-order for $11.00? Sign me up!