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A review by erina
Shatter Me Series Box Set: Shatter Me, Unravel Me, Ignite Me by Tahereh Mafi
4.0
Before I started Shatter Me I found it really odd that my GR's friends had such polarizing views on this book. There were just as many one stars as five stars, and some of the tougher critics I know absolutely loved it, while others detested it on a fairly profound level. However, I totally get it now. While I am firmly on the loved it side of things, I can see that the very same things others loved would drive some readers up the wall.
First, this book uses more poetic language and metaphor than, perhaps, any other book I've read. Clearly, the author paid attention to. every. single. word. I thought it was quite well written and liked how the poetry of the narrative, along with her obsession with numbers, gave Juliette such a unique narrative voice. However, I can see how others might feel like drowning in a murky lagoon, tangled weeds tugging them to the dark abyss, every time Juliette swims in Adam's oceanic eyes.
Also, as other reviewers have mentioned, romance is not a sub-plot it is the plot. I likey some romance so this didn't really bother me at all. Nor did the tantalizing shiver of a potential love triangle. Romance, and in some ways insta-love, shared centre stage with dystopia and supernatural powers. This a great combo for me :). Regardless of the genre, the plot was fast-paced and kept me engaged. From the first minute I started reading I was hooked and my attention never lagged.
I loved the characters. I really liked Juliette as a narrator. Adam was a total sweetheart. Warner was super interesting. He is obviously deranged. He commits murder and torture somewhat gleefully, yet his desire for love and companionship is somewhat endearing. I can't wait to see what he is up to next. Why are the villains always so interesting?
Shatter Me is clearly the first in a trilogy. The plot, the characters, the world-building are slowly being revealed, and there is not a whole lot of depth yet, but it is absolutely enjoyable enough to make me reach for the sequel.
Finally, did anyone else get the Simpson's reference at the end? Tee hee.
First, this book uses more poetic language and metaphor than, perhaps, any other book I've read. Clearly, the author paid attention to. every. single. word. I thought it was quite well written and liked how the poetry of the narrative, along with her obsession with numbers, gave Juliette such a unique narrative voice. However, I can see how others might feel like drowning in a murky lagoon, tangled weeds tugging them to the dark abyss, every time Juliette swims in Adam's oceanic eyes.
Also, as other reviewers have mentioned, romance is not a sub-plot it is the plot. I likey some romance so this didn't really bother me at all. Nor did the tantalizing shiver of a potential love triangle. Romance, and in some ways insta-love, shared centre stage with dystopia and supernatural powers. This a great combo for me :). Regardless of the genre, the plot was fast-paced and kept me engaged. From the first minute I started reading I was hooked and my attention never lagged.
I loved the characters. I really liked Juliette as a narrator. Adam was a total sweetheart. Warner was super interesting. He is obviously deranged. He commits murder and torture somewhat gleefully, yet his desire for love and companionship is somewhat endearing. I can't wait to see what he is up to next. Why are the villains always so interesting?
Shatter Me is clearly the first in a trilogy. The plot, the characters, the world-building are slowly being revealed, and there is not a whole lot of depth yet, but it is absolutely enjoyable enough to make me reach for the sequel.
Finally, did anyone else get the Simpson's reference at the end? Tee hee.