This is a good mystery story, as well as a representation of
high school life for Rey Naresh and his friends. He gets a reading from a gypsy
at a young age and that reading, strange as it was becomes important in his
life when he reaches the 9th grade. This is a great mystery about a
lady from Russia
who is trying to gain control of the youngster’s minds once they reach 9th
grade, not just in Rey’s hometown, but eventually all over the world. She wants
this so that she can “help children become better and smarter”.
I kept thinking that if you take all those post apocalyptic
novels (like Maze Runner, The Giver, Insurgent) and rewind a few hundred years,
this is how it might all have begun. With a simple idea from someone trying to
me it all “better”.
I did like this book; it was well written, had a good flow
and will definitely be picked up by younger readers. You are drawn in and
follow along with the kids as they try to unravel the mystery, find out just
who is involved and how and ultimately try to stop the plot. It’s a great book
and a unique story well worth taking your time checking out.
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