This was an okay book. Not really sure what I was expecting when reading the synopsis, but this was unexpected. Not sure if I would read the sequel because I wasn't invested in the characters.

October 20, 2012

I started reading this book back in November and stopped after about 2 weeks. I had trouble getting into the story. I will probably try reading it again over the summer. It is an interesting take on zombie stories and I have heard good reviews about the book.

November 22, 2011



I really enjoyed this book and cannot wait to read the second. I could not put it down and I could not wait to see how it ended.

July 1, 2018

Really a 3.5 out of 5. Not my favorite book by Dan Brown, seemed to drag at times but it did give me a lot to think about.

July 5, 2013

Cute book. Found it to be slow in places and I'd have to put it down.

April 3, 2018

The synopsis of this book made it sound very interesting, but I was disappointed with the plot. The characters were not very likable and I had a difficult time reading it for long periods of time.

April 29, 2018

A fantastic follow up to The Hate You Give! Parts of this book had me in tears. I loved the growth of Bri throughout the book. I can't wait to recommend this to my friends and students.

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September 27, 2020

Really 3.5 stars. I liked this book at the beginning, but it slowed down in the middle and I would lose interest very quickly. Interesting book, waiting to see how the movie is.

July 21, 2013

The material was interesting, however I felt that the telling of the story was disjointed and skipped around too much.

June 22, 2015

I always love a Sigma Force novel. I got a little bogged down by the science in this one and felt it moved a little slower than other Sigma Force novels, but I still enjoyed it!

January 27, 2018

Very gripping book full of twists and turns. Enjoyed it very much.

Edited-giving it 3.5 stars. I just finished the authors second book which I found much more thrilling and gripping. Still enjoyed this one.

June 8, 2019

Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus is a quick fun read. It made me laugh, it made me tear up, it made me think. I loved Aven, Conner and Zion. I can't wait to read the next book to share in more adventures with them.

March 9, 2020

3.5 stars. The premise was interesting, the first third of the book moved slowly. I became invested during the middle section.

June 27, 2023

This was funny and heartwarming. All of the characters are well developed and make you fall in love with them. I was invested and devoured the book in a day.

June 6, 2023

Excellent world building and character development. The tension between the main characters is wonderful. Could not put down and can't wait until the second comes out.

October 13, 2023

What a great book! I really want to read this with my middle school students.

April 7, 2018

A wonderful retelling of Pinocchio. I loved all of the characters-even the secondary ones. I chuckled at times and became anxious for the characters at times.!

June 10, 2023

3.5 stars. Dragged in parts. I liked Eve's chapters better than Charlie's.

March 13, 2023

3.5 stars.Listened to it and found my mind wandering at times. Love the series but felt like this one dragged a little bit.

January 15, 2023

I am loving this series! The intertwined historical and modern day stories are well balanced. I've enjoyed researching the historical figures written about in the books. The mystery of Pa Salt keeps me coming back for more, I'm dying to know who he really is.

September 18, 2020

I listened to this book and was crying by the end. Beautifully written and some wonderful Easter Eggs.

February 24, 2023

I love Marissa Meyer's world building and character development but man this book dragged at times.

March 15, 2023