Official Review: Going Gone by Abraham Lopez

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Re: Official Review: Going Gone by Abraham Lopez

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Awesome review. This makes me want to read the entire book. Twelve chapters written by twelve different people all come together to become one. This is a book that'll keep you on the edge.
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I've never read any dystopian novel
before. However, I'm tempted to try this one. Thanks for the review.
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So far it is an okay book. Neat way to tell the story. I think I'm going to skip this one though. Just can't really get into it. Maybe another day I will read it. Good review.
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Post by Kuolettava »

After reading the excerpt and your summary, I am very interested in reading the full version of this book. I’m interested to see if the author is able to write multiple storylines in a way that is cohesive. That always seems to be the struggle that I see in stories that have so many perspectives.
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Post by Emie Cuevas »

I love books about catastrophes that could destroy the world. Perhaps it's because I wish it would happen. The writing style reminds me of "Vantage Point", do you think that's where he got his inspiration from?
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Seems like an interesting way to approach the genre. Though, I think I might fall into the category of those that are “driven crazy.” Thanks for your review.
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I very insightful dystopian account in which one of its vignette touches on one of the most devisive regions of our political landscape. Thanks for your enjoyable review.
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Post by Mystery-cellar »

Sadly,anything political won't excite me.
I did like the opening opening paragraph, even though his writing style gave me a headache. I think the author could've edited a bit on those adjetives. There's an element of campiness I just couldn't get behind. The amount of run-on sentances messed with the story's flow. Why do I feel like Kurt is a libertarian? He sounds like he tucks his shirt in his underwear. :|
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I read the sample and it provided interesting details about future prediction. I was really inspired by the story and it was quite attracting
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Sounds intriguing - and a bit too terrifyingly plausible, considering the state of the Middle East!
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Post by dragonet07 »

The fact that this book is so different from other dystopian novels is exactly why I have to read it. Besides, how can I not read a book containing a vignette called Jessica and the LARGOnauts? There's just too much gold there! It's a shame about the editing issues. Thank you for the insightful review.
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Post by rachelallover »

I like the idea of reading a story from different points of view. I've read other books in this style and quite enjoyed them, I'm looking forward to giving this one a read!
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Lovely review once again. I haven't read a book based on a dystopian future before. Also, the added touch of short vignettes adding up to make a complete story seems enticing. I'm reaaly interested in this book.
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Post by chelseakay »

This seems like a very interesting read. I love dystopian, but have this thing against having too many points of views. It sounds like it ties together but not being able to see each of their storylines end might drive me nuts. I’ll definitely consider the read, because it sounds like a written version of watching the news, where you get several points of view on one event and their consequences.
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Post by Hephzi Lolami »

Reading books I'm separate perspectives is something that still makes me feel giddy because I tend to feel closer to each character and how their level of thinking works. The books seems interesting, especially with the several mysteries hidden in it and the political drama. Thanks for the review.
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