Review of Opaque
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Review of Opaque
[Following is a volunteer review of "Opaque" by Calix Leigh-Reign.]
"Everything in our lives is based on one decision we made at some point. To love or to hate."
Opaque by Calix Leigh-Reign is the first book in the Scion saga, a Sci-Fi/Fantasy, coming-of-age story that focuses on the existence of the Descendants, a genetically mutated group of people with enhanced abilities that make them different and powerful compared to regular humans. The book also focuses on the hidden battle between the Descendants and the Iksha, a group seeking the extermination of the enhanced population.
This first installment introduces the world of the Descendants, especially from the perspective of Adam Caspian, who has just turned 16 and lives in the small fictional city of Piure, California. From the beginning, Adam is described as feeling different from others, not only because of his apparent physical abilities but also due to his way of thinking, which contrasts greatly with his classmates. Adam is portrayed as a rebel who oscillates between optimism and pessimism, with a particularly strained relationship with his parents, JoAnn and Mark. He constantly struggles for control and battles internal impulses that have cost him dearly in the past.
Everything changes for Adam when a new student, Carly Wit, joins his class. Carly is unlike anyone Adam has ever met, and he feels an immediate connection to her that he can’t explain. Although their relationship gets off to a rough start, they quickly embrace their special bond. Carly is depicted as a strong, intelligent young woman who loves her family and understands the impact she has on the world around her. She is independent, easy to empathize with, and becomes the grounding force Adam needs to connect with reality.
The book tackles various themes, including friendship, family dynamics, self-acceptance, forgiveness, empathy, and the challenge of making moral choices in life-or-death situations.
I rate the book 5 out of 5 stars. I give this rating because I didn’t find anything to dislike about it. The premise is intriguing, and I really liked how the author used a biological explanation for the existence of the Descendants. The book is also very well written and edited. As part of a saga, it does a great job of introducing the world of the Descendants and the central conflict. The version I read was beautifully edited, and the book contains some images and symbols that help the reader immerse themselves in the world described. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a mix of coming-of-age stories and superpowered humans.
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Opaque
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"Everything in our lives is based on one decision we made at some point. To love or to hate."
Opaque by Calix Leigh-Reign is the first book in the Scion saga, a Sci-Fi/Fantasy, coming-of-age story that focuses on the existence of the Descendants, a genetically mutated group of people with enhanced abilities that make them different and powerful compared to regular humans. The book also focuses on the hidden battle between the Descendants and the Iksha, a group seeking the extermination of the enhanced population.
This first installment introduces the world of the Descendants, especially from the perspective of Adam Caspian, who has just turned 16 and lives in the small fictional city of Piure, California. From the beginning, Adam is described as feeling different from others, not only because of his apparent physical abilities but also due to his way of thinking, which contrasts greatly with his classmates. Adam is portrayed as a rebel who oscillates between optimism and pessimism, with a particularly strained relationship with his parents, JoAnn and Mark. He constantly struggles for control and battles internal impulses that have cost him dearly in the past.
Everything changes for Adam when a new student, Carly Wit, joins his class. Carly is unlike anyone Adam has ever met, and he feels an immediate connection to her that he can’t explain. Although their relationship gets off to a rough start, they quickly embrace their special bond. Carly is depicted as a strong, intelligent young woman who loves her family and understands the impact she has on the world around her. She is independent, easy to empathize with, and becomes the grounding force Adam needs to connect with reality.
The book tackles various themes, including friendship, family dynamics, self-acceptance, forgiveness, empathy, and the challenge of making moral choices in life-or-death situations.
I rate the book 5 out of 5 stars. I give this rating because I didn’t find anything to dislike about it. The premise is intriguing, and I really liked how the author used a biological explanation for the existence of the Descendants. The book is also very well written and edited. As part of a saga, it does a great job of introducing the world of the Descendants and the central conflict. The version I read was beautifully edited, and the book contains some images and symbols that help the reader immerse themselves in the world described. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a mix of coming-of-age stories and superpowered humans.
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Opaque
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon | on Smashwords
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