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A review by queendbw
Aurora by David Koepp
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Book #11 of 2023. Aurora by David Koepp.
This story examines how people respond to disaster in a post-Covid world.
Scientists find data showing that several solar phenomena will cause an EMP (electromagnetic pulse) that will knock out power world-wide. The scientists also have a solution - temporarily take down the power grid to avoid the EMP taking all power down. Unfortunately, the powers-that-be choose to ignore the science (shocker!) and disaster ensues.
The main character is Aubrey Wheeler. She’s a 30-something divorcee that finds herself raising her stepson solo. Her ex is a manipulative gambler and addict and is mostly absent from his son’s life. She also has a super-rich, over-protective and controlling older brother who is insistent on helping her through the crisis.
This is a very well-written tale of Aubrey’s relationships with her stepson, ex-husband, brother and neighbors. We learn of her traumatic youth; why she won’t let her brother help; and the results of learning to trust and rely on others.
I really enjoyed this book! The tale was believable and engaging; the characters were multi-dimensional and I found myself waiting with baited breath for the conclusion - which was very satisfactory. I’ve heard that it’s being adapted to film. I rate it 4.5/5 stars.
#readsof2023 #audiobookreader #literacy #readingisfundamental
This story examines how people respond to disaster in a post-Covid world.
Scientists find data showing that several solar phenomena will cause an EMP (electromagnetic pulse) that will knock out power world-wide. The scientists also have a solution - temporarily take down the power grid to avoid the EMP taking all power down. Unfortunately, the powers-that-be choose to ignore the science (shocker!) and disaster ensues.
The main character is Aubrey Wheeler. She’s a 30-something divorcee that finds herself raising her stepson solo. Her ex is a manipulative gambler and addict and is mostly absent from his son’s life. She also has a super-rich, over-protective and controlling older brother who is insistent on helping her through the crisis.
This is a very well-written tale of Aubrey’s relationships with her stepson, ex-husband, brother and neighbors. We learn of her traumatic youth; why she won’t let her brother help; and the results of learning to trust and rely on others.
I really enjoyed this book! The tale was believable and engaging; the characters were multi-dimensional and I found myself waiting with baited breath for the conclusion - which was very satisfactory. I’ve heard that it’s being adapted to film. I rate it 4.5/5 stars.
#readsof2023 #audiobookreader #literacy #readingisfundamental