Overall rating and opinion of "Cynthia and Dan: Cyber War" by Dorothy May Mercer

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To be honest I stopped reading it halfway through. Cynthia's character was annoying! How is she supposed to be an "intelligent" character and not be aware of basic technological trends that even kids from the poorest slums in India know about! And some parts honestly felt like they're a fanfiction of another original book. This wasn't the book for me. :(
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OK. I know I have only read the review for this book. However, I am not too enthusiastic about reading the whole book. I don't think I will enjoy it. I will pass.
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The book cover really needs to be changed and no one I know, would like the plotline. I feel guilty criticizing any story because someone put their time and effort into writing it. Sadly without a little polish this one won't go far.
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The most I liked in this novel is the suspense part. Also, technological warfare to curb ISIS activities seems interesting. I liked least the romance part of this book. I didn't like Cynthia's simultaneous romance with two men. I think the book cover would have been more professional to suit the content.
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It doesn't seem like a story that I would be interested in reading. I will pass on reading the book.
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I have not read the book, but from what I have read of reviews, this book doesn’t sound like something I would enjoy. It seems like Sky is unlikeable, and that overall the storyline is a bit boring.
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I wasn't a fan of the book. It was all over the place and unenjoyable.
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I am reading the book but after reading the reviews here I am not motivated enough to finish it. The book may suit for young.
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According to the review by Rence_Prior 1995 the story deserves a 3 of 4 stars.A plot that has twists and turns is always interesting because even-though we are in the know still,we remain ignorant or blind or deaf for that matter with inclusion of moral lessons and traits.
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I'm afraid I didn't get much beyond the first few chapters... and I think the cover may have negatively influenced my expectations as well. Does anyone else feel bad when they are down on books, if they themselves are not writers? Sometimes that is my reaction, and sometimes I think, "Hmm, well if this is good enough for someone to put it out there, maybe I should be trying also..."
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Brendan Donaghy wrote: 02 Jun 2019, 03:37 I read the sample and felt no desire to read any more. For me, this felt like a book aimed at teenagers. I understand from reading other comments that the book contains content more suitable for adults in places. That being the case, it sounds as if the author hasn't really worked out the target audience for this book.
Wow. I now feel I should read the book to see how bad it is.
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ChainsawCat wrote: 28 Jul 2019, 12:30 I'm afraid I didn't get much beyond the first few chapters... and I think the cover may have negatively influenced my expectations as well. Does anyone else feel bad when they are down on books, if they themselves are not writers? Sometimes that is my reaction, and sometimes I think, "Hmm, well if this is good enough for someone to put it out there, maybe I should be trying also..."
Sad. Was the book really that bad? Asking for me.
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shravsi wrote: 27 Jul 2019, 11:09 I am reading the book but after reading the reviews here I am not motivated enough to finish it. The book may suit for young.
Yea the reviews here will make you not open a page on that book. Sad. The author should pull up their socks.
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maggi3 wrote: 01 Jun 2019, 00:15 I didn't really like the book. The issue with the drones was interesting, but the love story aspect kind of ruined it for me. It was a clear case of insta-love, and I found Sky's character to be very cliche. He's another perfect, mysterious love interest who always knows exactly what Cynthia needs. I also thought the title was a bit misleading because, although Dan has a significant role in the book, it isn't about him and Cynthia, but Cynthia and Sky. It also felt a bit like the author was trying to justify cheating in certain parts, which I disliked. I liked the twist at the end, but I saw it coming. I also appreciated the addition of further information for taking Plan B One-Step at the end of the book. Overall, I would not recommend this book. It might appeal to some, but it wasn't for me.
Right off the bat ma'am. There's a lot of book like this right now, same old characters , same old plot line. It's cliche ,annoying and boring and sorry but I just can't stand books like this.
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Amina Yusuf wrote: 23 Jul 2019, 12:52 OK. I know I have only read the review for this book. However, I am not too enthusiastic about reading the whole book. I don't think I will enjoy it. I will pass.
Yeah I second your motion. It will just be a waste and very unproductive for me to read this kind of books.
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