Series: Insignia (#2)
Author: SJ Kincaid
Rating: 5/5
Genre: science-fiction
I wasn't sure whether to continue this series or not, I could barely remember why I had loved the first book so much. But I did, and I'm so glad, because it all came rushing back.
It continues from Tom's view after the events of the last book, and Tom is struggling with understanding his unique power and overcoming his fears. There is a lot of technical jargon at times, but it's okay, after all it is a science-fiction book. But to me, what made this great, was that it was completely hilarious. The characters know no bounds, and are constantly cracking dialogue that makes me laugh out loud. There are very seriously aspects, and interesting plot points, but for me, there was nothing better than the characters and their dialogue.
Tom, a sarcastic little thing, takes orders from no one; Vik, the totally ridiculous and inane partner in crime; Wyatt, the socially awkward genius; and Yuri, the gentle giant. The four of them get up to very large amounts of trouble, and it is exceedingly enjoyable. There are higher powers at work, very bad business tycoons, and yet, somehow these kids are succeeding in messing with their plans in a totally demented way. And then, there's Medusa, who I am completely in love with, she is such a strong female character in a book that seems very boy based. Girls, please don't run away! It was written by a woman after all, and she has succeeding in creating a perfect, humorous science-fiction novel, enjoyable for EVERYBODY.
I really loved it, is was such good, clean fun, and I really want more people to give this under-appreciated novel a chance.
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