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Format:Hardcover
2.5 stars
A combination of dystopian and paranormal, Shatter Me is a unique novel that follows Juliette, a young woman unable to touch anyone. Then she meets Adam, and starts to learn more about the world outside of the cell she's been confined to. As Juliette's knowledge grows, her view about her power begins to change. Is it really a curse, as she has always believed? Or does she have the ability to make it a gift?
Shatter Me is definitely a book that has a lot of potential, and while this potential is never fully realized, there is no denying that Tahereh Mafi is a talented author who actually has the ability to write a moving novel. Unfortunately for me, this was not that novel.
Juliette is a likable enough protagonist, but also had her fair share of annoying traits. For the first half of the book it felt like every time she entered a new room she'd either cry or blush. For a character who is supposedly strong at heart, Juliette's constant breakdowns felt contrived and unnecessary. Half the time it felt like her emotions only presented themselves so Adam or Warner could comfort her. This wasn't good enough for me. When an author states repeatedly that their character is strong and tenacious, I actually want to see proof of that, not a scared teenager running to a love interest whenever something bad happens. I wouldn't have cared that Mafi had written Juliette the way she did if she hadn't tried to pass off Juliette's behaviour as strong. Juliette was not strong for the majority of the book and I hated the feeling of being force-fed the idea that she was.
Shatter Me also contained two of the most loathed tropes in YA literature - insta-love and a love triangle. The love triangle was wholly unnecessary and seemed to exist just for the sake of it. I honestly didn't see the point of including it - I felt some of the tense scenes with Warner were diminished when all Juliette could think about was how attractive he looked.
The prose in this novel was both its biggest flaw and its saving grace. There were times that I was able to be swept up in the beauty of it, and other times when I was rolling my eyes, wishing Mafi would just get on with the story. I think the prose would have had more effect if the overdone phrases were more spread out. When every other sentence is an overwrought description, the overall effect of the writing is diminished.
Overall, Shatter Me just wasn't the book for me, but I know plenty of others will enjoy it. Mafi succeeds in blending the dystopian and paranormal genres and the book contains some truly touching moments. Although I wasn't a huge fan, I will check out Mafi's future work, if only because her writing had enough sparks of brilliance to convince me that, with some work, she could produce something genuinely special.
A combination of dystopian and paranormal, Shatter Me is a unique novel that follows Juliette, a young woman unable to touch anyone. Then she meets Adam, and starts to learn more about the world outside of the cell she's been confined to. As Juliette's knowledge grows, her view about her power begins to change. Is it really a curse, as she has always believed? Or does she have the ability to make it a gift?
Shatter Me is definitely a book that has a lot of potential, and while this potential is never fully realized, there is no denying that Tahereh Mafi is a talented author who actually has the ability to write a moving novel. Unfortunately for me, this was not that novel.
Juliette is a likable enough protagonist, but also had her fair share of annoying traits. For the first half of the book it felt like every time she entered a new room she'd either cry or blush. For a character who is supposedly strong at heart, Juliette's constant breakdowns felt contrived and unnecessary. Half the time it felt like her emotions only presented themselves so Adam or Warner could comfort her. This wasn't good enough for me. When an author states repeatedly that their character is strong and tenacious, I actually want to see proof of that, not a scared teenager running to a love interest whenever something bad happens. I wouldn't have cared that Mafi had written Juliette the way she did if she hadn't tried to pass off Juliette's behaviour as strong. Juliette was not strong for the majority of the book and I hated the feeling of being force-fed the idea that she was.
Shatter Me also contained two of the most loathed tropes in YA literature - insta-love and a love triangle. The love triangle was wholly unnecessary and seemed to exist just for the sake of it. I honestly didn't see the point of including it - I felt some of the tense scenes with Warner were diminished when all Juliette could think about was how attractive he looked.
The prose in this novel was both its biggest flaw and its saving grace. There were times that I was able to be swept up in the beauty of it, and other times when I was rolling my eyes, wishing Mafi would just get on with the story. I think the prose would have had more effect if the overdone phrases were more spread out. When every other sentence is an overwrought description, the overall effect of the writing is diminished.
Overall, Shatter Me just wasn't the book for me, but I know plenty of others will enjoy it. Mafi succeeds in blending the dystopian and paranormal genres and the book contains some truly touching moments. Although I wasn't a huge fan, I will check out Mafi's future work, if only because her writing had enough sparks of brilliance to convince me that, with some work, she could produce something genuinely special.
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First of all, excuse any errors, English is not my first language.
Shatter Me surprised me a lot, I was expecting a paranormal book, because of the description of it, and I got a good action packed book that was more similar to an action movies with superpowers involved that a paranormal story.
This cover is quite gorgeous, even more in real life, and I can totally imagine the main female character Juliette as the girl on it. She's tormented , but good, naïve and still strong, I really liked her from beginning to the end, and I'm expecting a great book as a sequel.
Just liked some other reviews I saw, I totally could relate this with X-men, probably the sequel will be even more relatable with it, but I like how this first book focus on the story of a person, instead of a group of them.
In conclusion, it's an amazing action packed story, well written and very enjoyable to read.
Shatter Me surprised me a lot, I was expecting a paranormal book, because of the description of it, and I got a good action packed book that was more similar to an action movies with superpowers involved that a paranormal story.
This cover is quite gorgeous, even more in real life, and I can totally imagine the main female character Juliette as the girl on it. She's tormented , but good, naïve and still strong, I really liked her from beginning to the end, and I'm expecting a great book as a sequel.
Just liked some other reviews I saw, I totally could relate this with X-men, probably the sequel will be even more relatable with it, but I like how this first book focus on the story of a person, instead of a group of them.
In conclusion, it's an amazing action packed story, well written and very enjoyable to read.
Format:Hardcover
Tahereh Mafi captured me with writing unlike -- or even close to -- anything I've ever read. I finished this book and thought: Damn you, Tahereh! I want your talent. Seriously. Study her writing and you'll save yourself thousands in course fees.
I loved all the characters. Fell in love with Adam. He was so yummy and tasty and appealing and, and, and ... I had a thing for Warner in a weird way. Hated Juliette's parents for disowning her -- how could parents do that to someone they created? James is the cutest boy ever. I want to squeeze his cheeks and cuddle him until he's blue. And Juliette is such a loveable person.
However. I know this might seem surprising after all of my praises but plot-wise, the ending was definitely weak. It didn't follow the three-act structure so there was no real conflict where it was meant to be, at the end. The most conflict was resolved way too early and so I was waiting for a bang at the end, at least, but there was nothing of the sort. I felt cheated! I expect my characters to have to win some type of struggle at the end in order for them to be worthy of becoming memorable to me.
Overall, Tahereh's writing is the best I've come across, and she paints this dystopian world beautifully. The weak plot makes me end this book on a let-down note, and this is why I rate the book 4.5 (no half stars available on Goodreads), but an otherwise impeccable story that everyone must read. I didn't know until I researched the book/author that there would be two more in this series to make a trilogy, so I'm excited to read them and hope the endings will surprise and satisfy.
I loved all the characters. Fell in love with Adam. He was so yummy and tasty and appealing and, and, and ... I had a thing for Warner in a weird way. Hated Juliette's parents for disowning her -- how could parents do that to someone they created? James is the cutest boy ever. I want to squeeze his cheeks and cuddle him until he's blue. And Juliette is such a loveable person.
However. I know this might seem surprising after all of my praises but plot-wise, the ending was definitely weak. It didn't follow the three-act structure so there was no real conflict where it was meant to be, at the end. The most conflict was resolved way too early and so I was waiting for a bang at the end, at least, but there was nothing of the sort. I felt cheated! I expect my characters to have to win some type of struggle at the end in order for them to be worthy of becoming memorable to me.
Overall, Tahereh's writing is the best I've come across, and she paints this dystopian world beautifully. The weak plot makes me end this book on a let-down note, and this is why I rate the book 4.5 (no half stars available on Goodreads), but an otherwise impeccable story that everyone must read. I didn't know until I researched the book/author that there would be two more in this series to make a trilogy, so I'm excited to read them and hope the endings will surprise and satisfy.
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Fantastic Novel! Great read :)
Shatter me is a great book about a girl (Juliette) brought up from a rough background who has been isolated for what seems like forever. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Rui Walker
Simply Amazing!
What can I say about this book so everyone can grasp just how much I simply loved this book. Before the book even got into full swing I found myself saving quotes from the book. Read more
Published 5 months ago by annmarie
Buy it and treasure it!
Welcome to Shatter Me, please, enjoy the ride and don't forget to take your bag of hope before you leave! Ready? Come with me, please. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Alaiel Kreuz
An absolutely stunning debut
I have started, erased and re-started this review several times now. I know that every book deserves a review, but it's hard to find the right words to do this book justice. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Gothic Angel Book Reviews
Stunning Prose and Uniquely Beautiful Storytelling!
I'll get the one semi-negative thing I have to say out of the way. The cover. Although very pretty, it's too pretty. Shatter Me is not a pretty story. It's hard. It's unapologetic. Read more
Published 5 months ago by S. Young
Beautiful Writing... wow
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Sorry, can't formulate words right now.
This book was absolutely breathtaking, the story was amazing and the writing was absolutely beautiful, it was the type of... Read more
Sorry, can't formulate words right now.
This book was absolutely breathtaking, the story was amazing and the writing was absolutely beautiful, it was the type of... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Jade
Second half was more enjoyable
I don't quite know what to think of this book.. the writing was so odd and it took a bit of get used to. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ferdy
GORGEOUS writing
"He pulls my swaddled figure close to his chest and I shatter"
I have to admit that I had never heard of Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi before BEA (Books Expo America) but... Read more
I have to admit that I had never heard of Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi before BEA (Books Expo America) but... Read more
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