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Snapshots

by Patricia Lynne (Goodreads Author)

3.8 of 5 stars 3.80 · rating details · 15 ratings · 12 reviews

My name is Cyclop Blaine and I am a real person.
“You are mine.”
I am a real person: heedless of a childhood spent under the supervision of an old man I only know as Master.
“You belong to me.”
I am a real person: regardless of my teenage years bound by violence as the adoptive son of the Victory Street Gang's leader.
“You will obey me.”
I am a real person: despite the vision...more

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Published July 18th 2012

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Sep 28, 2012 Aliaa El-Nashar rated it 3 of 5 stars

This book was perfect for my cover lust, I love the very light blue eye! The title hadn't sounded bad either, and well, the synopsis was amazing as well, the combination is what led me to join this tour to be honest, it looked - and sounded - very promising and I couldn't wait to start reading it. Later on, as I read, I started appreciating the title more and more, it did go well with Cyclop's gift. How seeing into someone's head went on in snapshots, which was a very creative choice.

Cyclop Blai...more This book was perfect for my cover lust, I love the very light blue eye! The title hadn't sounded bad either, and well, the synopsis was amazing as well, the combination is what led me to join this tour to be honest, it looked - and sounded - very promising and I couldn't wait to start reading it. Later on, as I read, I started appreciating the title more and more, it did go well with Cyclop's gift. How seeing into someone's head went on in snapshots, which was a very creative choice.

Cyclop Blaine has no family. At least, none that are biologically related to him. Found in a dumpster at the age of five by Tyler Blaine, the leader of the Victory Street Gang, and adopted by him, he finds the only family that matters. Even though the fact that he has eyes two different colours, and a gift that makes him feel like a freak that has everyone thinking of him as some sort of sideshow, he thinks of it as a little price to pay in return for shelter, a home and family. Even if it hurt like hell when doing so. Along with a number of issues he's going through - which included the death of Tyler and getting kicked out of the gang - Cyclop keeps hearing whispers in his mind, 'Mine', over and over again. What are these voices? And what's going to happen?

I have read a few books in the first person lately, and not all were good, this one on the other hand seemed quite real and I was hooked onto the character's background story and life. The prologue had interested me a lot actually, I remember reading on just to figure out more about the widow and the two kids. The name, Cyclop was awesome. I seriously love it when unusual names are used in books. It adds to the creativity of the author, and their originality I guess in not following the normal patterns. In this case, the unusual name matched the character's unusual personality and his 'gift'.

To be honest I try to steer away from books with homosexuality, because they're not usually my cup of tea. But I guess I am not completely against them since I saw this one through, as well as another book I am actually looking forward to reading when it comes out. So I was a bit hesitant when Cyclop and Darryl's attraction was announced, though he's apparently not gay but bisexual. Though I guess I did feel for him, especially since he'd been locked away for no one to see him and struggling with who or what he is, including his sexuality.

The writing was good, flowing, and easy to follow through with. It also happened to be a quick read, I was done before I realized it and wanted to read some more. I hate books that end with a cliffhanger. Or well, I sort of love/hate books that end with cliffhangers would be more accurate. I hate it because it's over, but also because I loved the book so much that it only fed for my excitement to know more about the goings on.

Rating: 3/5(less)

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Aug 18, 2012 Daniel Kaine rated it 5 of 5 stars

Snapshots tells the story of Cyclop (Cyc) Blaine, a boy with the ability to see the future when he meets another person's gaze. With his Father dead, and left on a street corner to fend for himself, he becomes adopted by the Victory Street Gang's leader. But he can never truly escape his past, and the voice whispering to him, 'Mine'.

I seriously loved this book. It's a quick, entertaining read, written in such a way that the writing never bogs you down. It flows quickly and with an ease that make...more

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Apr 21, 2013 Tiffany rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: good-enough-to-reread, paranormal

READ THIS BOOK IF:
1. You enjoy a little science fiction.
2. Teen sexual situations of discovery don't bother you.
3. You are prepared to read about gangs (not presented in a terribly violent way, don't worry) and child abuse.

I bought this book mostly because I was looking for something to read and none of the other books I was looking at interested me. I had just finished Patricia Lynne's other book, Being Human, and read a sample of Snapshots that was offered to me. I was intrigued, so I thought,...more READ THIS BOOK IF:
1. You enjoy a little science fiction.
2. Teen sexual situations of discovery don't bother you.
3. You are prepared to read about gangs (not presented in a terribly violent way, don't worry) and child abuse.

I bought this book mostly because I was looking for something to read and none of the other books I was looking at interested me. I had just finished Patricia Lynne's other book, Being Human, and read a sample of Snapshots that was offered to me. I was intrigued, so I thought, hey, why not? I never read a synopsis of the book. I simply read the sample and bought the book. I had no idea what I was in for. Maybe that was why I enjoyed it so much -- it kept me guessing.

We are introduced to Cyclop (weird name, right? But don't worry, that's explained in the book) and learn a few facts about him - he was abandoned as a child, adopted by a gang leader, and raised to adulthood in this gang. He also possesses superhuman powers. He believes that he is gay and has a relationship with another male member of the gang. But then he meets this girl and he kind of likes her...and then he becomes confused.

And, I have to admit, I became confused at this point. What on Earth is this book about?? Is it about sexual discovery? Is it about his powers? The gang?? So I kept reading. And the more I read, the more fascinated I became. I got wrapped up in the mystery of figuring out who Cyclop was and why he had these abilities. I found myself forgetting the world around me and diving headfirst into this book. I smiled with Cyclop as he fell more and more in love with Amber, and I cried (well, not really, but I felt sad) along with him when a "friend" was killed.

That being said, three things didn't sit well with me: 1) I was confused by the character referred to as Master. Was Master the teen that was discussed in the beginning? Maybe I need to read it again (and slower this time, since I finished it in one day) in order to digest those details. 2) The ending was a bit abrupt, and I kind of wish more was spent on Cyclop once he figured out who he was and became happy. 3) What about his vision of Darryl with Master? Did that never happen because Cyclop changed the future? Or because Darryl was killed in the explosion? Oooh, I'm so confused now.

As I'm sitting here thinking about what more to write, my husband suggests: "This book is AWESOME, go read it NOW." My response to that is, no, that's not quite how I feel. Yes, it's a good book and I do recommend it, but it is not one of those books that I think is a must read for everyone. Read it if you like this kind of book, and you will likely enjoy it.(less)

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Sep 30, 2012 Sarah Kalaitzidis rated it 3 of 5 stars

I got through this book rather quickly. Even within the writing, some parts in the book moved to fast, while other parts of the book moved at a normal pace. The writer also tends to skim over what seems to be key events, and I wished that they had gone into more depth about those events. Otherwise this alien book was interesting, featuring of gang involvement and scientific experiments on our main character.

The book centers around a character called Cyclop, taking place in a gang's house. He’s a...more I got through this book rather quickly. Even within the writing, some parts in the book moved to fast, while other parts of the book moved at a normal pace. The writer also tends to skim over what seems to be key events, and I wished that they had gone into more depth about those events. Otherwise this alien book was interesting, featuring of gang involvement and scientific experiments on our main character.

The book centers around a character called Cyclop, taking place in a gang's house. He’s a member of a gang that he has been in since he was a kid when the leader took him in. Everything was fine with him being in the gang until in-gang fighting broke out. Cyclop tried to help his gang, but in the end they threw him out and then he had to learn to live on his own. Its then that he and Amber, our female lead, grow even closer. Things were starting to look up for him, until he began to hear a voice talking in his mind. He hears it almost everyday, which aggravates his nightmares. Then he learns that his master is looking for him and will get him back no matter what.

The reason he’s called Cyclop is because he keeps one eye covered with a bandana. If he doesn’t do this, every time he looks into someone’s eye he would have visions of the future. Cyclop is a really good guy and he really doesn’t belong in a gang. You can tell this by the way he goes to a gym to train to hold in his strength so that he doesn’t hurt anyone. He also thought at first that he was only interested in men because of how he had dated one of the gang members. Though that changed when he met Amber and realized that he was bi. This is a Young Adult book and there is no sex in this book, only mentions of it.

Amber is a sweet Asian girl who falls for Cyclop. At first she is weary of Cyclop because he is in a gang. Though soon that changes when she sees a different side to Cyclop. Beyond the gang she sees the sweet guy. She even believes him and trusts him when he tells her the truth about his powers.

There is romance in this book, but it doesn’t center around it. Cyclop and Amber are an interesting pair because they are both different in some way. What attracted Cyclop to Amber was because she was the only Asian in his area. At first he’s confused thinking he was only gay but soon realizes that he is bi and that he can love Amber.(less)

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Aug 10, 2012 Faye {Daydreaming_Star} rated it 4 of 5 stars

This review was originally posted on my blog on July 31st, here

There’s something different
The very first thing that everyone should be aware of before starting this review is just how imaginative this story is. I found it difficult to put down and when I wasn’t reading it, I kept going back to it. It is a novel that is unique and different and has an easy writing style that really helped to make the novel better. I would easily recommend this book to sci-fi fans but also to anyone who just wants...more This review was originally posted on my blog on July 31st, here

There’s something different
The very first thing that everyone should be aware of before starting this review is just how imaginative this story is. I found it difficult to put down and when I wasn’t reading it, I kept going back to it. It is a novel that is unique and different and has an easy writing style that really helped to make the novel better. I would easily recommend this book to sci-fi fans but also to anyone who just wants something that’s a little different and has a really interesting and intriguing story.

The snapshots keep coming
It is the concept of this novel that really got me hooked on this story. The synopsis is strong and really caught my attention and made me really intrigued and this stayed throughout the novel as it was really shrouded in mystery. When the explanation finally came at the end of the book, I loved it. It made the story really brilliant and it was totally unexpected to me. I was really impressed and just so glad that the ending didn’t ruin the rest of the book.

Along with the concept, the plot of this book and the structure was really interesting. It follows the tale of Cyclop’s life set into two parts – almost. I found it really fascinating and page-turning. I was hooked on him, and I wanted to know what was going to happen next. I loved the subplots that went on alongside it all as well and just found that the structure and narrative was really creative and imaginative and just really worth reading.

It’s hidden in his eyes
I’ve already mentioned that I was hooked on Cyclop and it is therefore easy to say that I simply loved him. Every worry he had, every strength he had... he just felt so real and not at all like a 2D character. Patricia really managed to get in depth with his character and all of the issues that surrounded him. I loved how protective he was, how worried he got but how he tried to hide things from Amber because he cared about her so much. I just felt his humanity and his emotions and just knew that he was really well written character.

I had a few issues with Amber to begin with – I couldn’t even pinpoint why I didn’t like her but eventually I started to see her through Cyclop’s eyes and soon she became a more well-liked character in my eyes. She was strong, passionate and caring and she was worried about Cyclop and never stopped helping him. She seemed to be innocent and fragile but it turned out that there was a lot more to her hidden beneath and I quite liked that. She fit well with Cyclop and I was really happy with the way it all turned out.

I feel I should also mention some more secondary characters. I loved Daryll, I wanted to pick him up and hug him. I could understand everything he went through and just wished I could have made things easier for him. I adored Jacob. He was possibly the cutest character ever and I wanted to be his friend and spend lots of time with him. I also loved Keandra but I also really liked Nigel and felt for him and could understand him so well. It is clear to me that Patricia Lynne really knows how to write really well-rounded and heart-warming characters.

He stands tall
Overall this book is one that really kept me entertained. I adored the characters, felt my heart beating faster as I read their journey’s and just thoroughly enjoyed myself as I read the words on the page. It was a quick, easy and intelligent read that I would easily tell other people to read. The writing style was unique, as was the concept and I just really found myself hooked on every word on the page. Without repeating myself too much I will end the review here, letting you all know that this is one book that you really should pick up because who knows, you just may like it even more than I did! (less)

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Sep 22, 2012 Beth Cutwright rated it 3 of 5 stars

When I first started this book I was distressed to learn Cyclops was a gay individual. I would by nature steer clear of that kind of literature, but I continued to read and was pleasantly surprised--the fact Cyc was gay, was not a focal point of the story. During his stay with a gang, colors green, Cyc also met Amber and questioned his feelings for her. He had a special gift and could see the future of others when he made both eyes contact with another. Always tortured by nightmares that someone...more

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Sep 28, 2012 Nikki Archer rated it 5 of 5 stars

This story is so well written, I read in one siting Absolutely a must read the author pull you right in this unique world. John Blaine AKA Cyclops, is adoptive to a street gangs, who raise him when, he was small cyclops, is what he father tyker call him.. Cyalops don't no his real name or his birthday..cyclops hear voice is in he head telling him. your mine and he think it from his life before the gangs found him..you see cyclops is not normal he can look right in your eyes and see future ..he...more

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Sep 23, 2012 JennRenee rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-sept-read, challenge-2012-fall-read, read-2012, non-series-read, ya-sci-fi, blog-tours-finished

I jumped on this book as soon as I saw the cover and read the synopsis. I thought is sounded amazing, and it was. I am not even sure where to start with this review. The book was intriguing from the very first page. From the first word to the last word I was engrossed. A page turner for sure. The story has action, mystery, huge creep factor, a bit of romance, and a tad of sci-fi mixed in.

Cyclop Blaine is a teenage boy who lives with a gang that runs half the town. He was found around the age 5...more I jumped on this book as soon as I saw the cover and read the synopsis. I thought is sounded amazing, and it was. I am not even sure where to start with this review. The book was intriguing from the very first page. From the first word to the last word I was engrossed. A page turner for sure. The story has action, mystery, huge creep factor, a bit of romance, and a tad of sci-fi mixed in.

Cyclop Blaine is a teenage boy who lives with a gang that runs half the town. He was found around the age 5 starving and along, abandoned on the streets; He was taken in and taught the life of crime. He has a very useful gift, he can see snapshots a person’s future when he looks into their eyes.

When his adoptive father dies and his adoptive brother blames him for his death he is kicked out of the only home has known to move in with a new family. Not long after he finds a way to live a normal life, apartment, job, friends, he is kidnapped by a monster from his past. He is now faced with not only saving his own life but the lives of others that are trapped in the same basement. While he lives in captivity, he finds out that he is not alone and other secrets from his past.

I want to start with the characters. I absolutely adore Cyclop. He was easy to fall for, feel for, and root for. He has had a hard life handed to him, abuse, control, picked on, crime, abandoned, I mean could we do any more to this kid, yet he still keeps going. He keeps his chin up. He finds joy where he can and tries to deal with the rest one step at a time. He is a real fighter, selfless, and loyal. One of the best characters I have read in all year.

There are many other wonderful characters in this book, Amber, Kearney, and Jacob. The good people in Cyclop’s life. They bring good hearts, a reason to fight, and someone that understands what he is going through. They were great supportive characters, especially when we see so little of them each. The relationships throughout the book are either beautiful or devastating and give so much to the life of Cyclop.

The book is paced very well, not rushed and not slow. The writing was just my style, the world built was a world of crime, hate, abuse, it was hard to get through but there was always a light at the end of the tunnel each time his life took a turn for the bad. A very powerful read, beautiful and dark! (less)

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May 29, 2012 M.B. Mulhall rated it 4 of 5 stars

I was lucky enough to read a beta copy of Snapshots!

Snapshots is an interesting tale of a boy with a power and a past he can't explain. Cyc only wants to belong, to be human and know he doesn't belong to anyone but himself.

The story takes some unexpected twists and turns that will keep you turning the pages, eager to get to the end.

Lynne keeps the story interesting and different from most of the other YA stories that are out there right now. It a nice change to see a male main character as well....more

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Apr 24, 2013 Vixen rated it 3 of 5 stars

Going into this book I was really looking forward to another great read. My hopes were high and I was expecting awesomeness... I am sad to say that it wasn't such amazingness as I would have liked.

I read Being Human, and I loved the book. (view spoiler) Maybe it was more of a sci-fi that got to me rather than vamps, but it was good for what it was. Even though it made me mad because it had so many turns! It was like the a...more

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May 24, 2012 Karen marked it as to-read

How hot is the guy on this cover? *swoon*

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Sep 26, 2012 Erin Dove rated it 4 of 5 stars

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I don't remember when exactly it happened, maybe while my husband was in college. I had a dream one night (and I always feel like I'm ripping off Stephenie Meyers when I say this but it's the truth) and in it there was this girl and a vampire, and the cast of True Blood was trying to keep them apart. I woke with the urge to write it - although not the True Blood part. So I did. As I went, I wasn't...more

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