Title: These Broken Stars
Author: Amie Kaufman, Megan Spooner
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Release Date: 20th November 2013
Source: Bought
Rating: 5 out of 5
Description:
It's
a night like any other on board the Icarus. Then, catastrophe strikes: the
massive luxury spaceliner is yanked out of hyperspace and plummets to the nearest
planet. Lilac LaRoux and Tarver Merendsen survive. And they seem to be alone. Lilac
is the daughter of the richest man in the universe. Tarver comes from nothing,
a young war hero who learned long ago that girls like Lilac are more trouble
than they're worth. But with only each other to rely on, Lilac and Tarver must
work together, making a tortuous journey across the eerie, deserted terrain to
seek help. Then, against all odds, Lilac and Tarver find a strange blessing in
the tragedy that has thrown them into each other's arms. Without the hope of a
future together in their own world, they begin to wonder - would they be better
off staying in this place forever? Everything changes when they uncover the
truth behind the chilling whispers that haunt their every step. Lilac and
Tarver may find a way off this planet. But they won't be the same people who
landed on it. The first in a sweeping science fiction trilogy, These Broken
Stars is a timeless love story about hope and survival in the face of unthinkable
odds.
With an immensely compelling tale
of romance, survival and hope, These Broken Stars is a book that will stand out
and enchant you. It was one of the best books I have had the pleasure of
reading this year. Amie Kaufman
and Megan Spooner have written an intense story that is equal parts heart
breaking, touching and beautiful. Taking two very different people from very different worlds
Spooner and Kaufman have fashioned an emotion filled, heartbreaking romantic
story. It’s a books you won’t be able to stop thinking about long after you
read it. These Broken Stars will make you fall in love with its world and
characters before completing shattering your heart into a million pieces, then
putting it back together piece by piece. I was completely enthralled and
engrossed. Lilac and Tarver will leave a mark as they tell you their story of
survival.
Lilac is the daughter of the
richest man in the universe. Tarver is a solider. When their ship crash-lands
on an unknown planet, Tarver and Lilac need to find a way to get a long and
survive until they are rescued.
Survival is not their only issue as the planet holds secrets that might
change everything. I love the
universe that was created right from all the people to the technology and life
in space. The world building of
this story felt very real, right from the environment, animals, and weather. The
writing was beautiful, sharp and laced with humour and wit. It painted a very
vivid picture about the world right from the technology, planet, and people.
Between each chapter were interrogation
scenes. They served as a perfect backdrop to the story stirring curiosity and
foreshadowed what to expect in the upcoming pages. The real standout aspects of this book are its characters.
Tarver and Lilac are complicated, layered individuals that have their own share
of insecurities, fears and desires. Their journey together changes them, challenges them and
tests them as they are confronted by their own daemons, past shadows and hope
for the future. I loved how much
Tarver and Lilac change throughout their journey, they subtly become stronger as
they learn to accept each other and themselves. Especially Lilac who goes from
a girl who is unaccustomed to harsh circumstances to one who learns not only
about her inner strength but the strength to step out of her fathers shadow and
be her own person. I love her tenacity and willingingness to protect Tarver.
Tarver was a solider and he slowly learns to believe in the things beyond his
control.
The sacrifices these two make for
each other is completely shattering. You can clearly see them falling in love
and their walls coming down as they grow closer, find common grown and overcome
their misconceptions. The romance was so potent and sweet and filled with the
best kind of chemistry. They pushed each other buttons and their banter was
delightful. When a certain scene takes place my heart was completely wrecked. I
was entirely caught up in this story. These Broken Stars completely holds your
attention from the first page. It holds your attention right from the first
page. However Lilac and Tarver didn’t
seem like they were just 17 and 18. Their voices felt older, as if they were in
their early 20’s. I think most of that had to the society they were raised in.
As soon as I got to the end of
These Broken Stars I was disappointed because I wanted more. I’m not ready to
let go of Tarver and Lilac. I would love to know what happens next for them.
This was also a story that I felt like reading again the minute I put it down. I
can’t wait to see what Amie and Megan write next because I’m sure it will be
out of this world. An incredible read.
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