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DiSemblance

by Shanae Branham (Goodreads Author)

3.86 of 5 stars 3.86 · rating details · 37 ratings · 21 reviews

Jason Tanner’s life has always been different from the ordinary citizen’s. It started when he was an infant and his parents were only teenagers. A computer science prodigy, Lloyd attended MIT but left a pariah in the eyes of the school’s dean—but a computer physics genius in the eyes of his primary investor. Then his theories and ideas created a holographic machine and the...more

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Published August 20th 2012 by CreateSpace (first published August 1st 2012)

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Sep 14, 2012 Helene rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: for-review, 2012-reads, thriller, sci-fi

(This review was originally published on helenesworldofbooks.blogspot.com)

An author told me once that when you say you liked a book more than you expected, it's not a compliment. I used to say it a lot, but after that I tried to avoid it. I always intended it as a compliment. As a reader you have a certain expectation for a book. If I think I'm going to like a book, I give it a try and read it. And sometimes a book takes you by surprise and you love it.
So when I say I liked DiSemblance much mor...more (This review was originally published on helenesworldofbooks.blogspot.com)

An author told me once that when you say you liked a book more than you expected, it's not a compliment. I used to say it a lot, but after that I tried to avoid it. I always intended it as a compliment. As a reader you have a certain expectation for a book. If I think I'm going to like a book, I give it a try and read it. And sometimes a book takes you by surprise and you love it.
So when I say I liked DiSemblance much more than I first thought, it's absolutely a compliment. When I first read the synopsis I liked it. I don't read many thrillers. I hate gruesome murders and all, so I mostly avoid this genre. But this book sounded interesting and I ended up loving it.
There are murders, but there not gruesome in the way of much blood and lost limbs. There's a lot of tension and I just couldn't put it down. The first 50 pages I read on the train, the other 319 pages I read in one sitting. I just couldn't put it down.

The story is told in two point of views. The first is Jason. His father invented the holodeck, a machine from Star Trek. (I hope I got this right, I've never watched Star Trek ;)). You put your body in the machine, your consciousness interfaces with the computer and your essence is digitally transferred. They can see everything they want. I imagined it as some kind of fantasy world. His father is murdered and Jason is one of the suspects. He has to run to save himself and his father's secret, how to build the holodeck.
The other POV is Bruce, the inspector on this murder case. He knows all the evidence is pointing in Jason's direction, but he also knows something is off about it.

These two point of views make the story full of tension. You don't know exactly when something is happening and you get different versions of the same story. As a reader you don't know what's reality and what isn't. You get confused, but in a good way. I just had to keep reading to find out what was really going on.

Overall I thought this story was really good and I loved it! There were jus a few downsides: I wasn't pulled into the story immediately. I had the idea the beginning was a bit slow, but that might be my insight, because I was in a very noisy train when I read it. I would have loved if some of the chapters were a bit longer. I know that thrillers end at the point where the investigation is solved and everything is all right again (or not). And this is a downside for thrillers in general, because I just like to know a bit more about the character. What happens next? I know this isn't part of the story anymore, but it's my personal preference.

It's a good story and if you love thrillers you'll definitely enjoy this book. For those who never read thrillers, but like to try: DiSemblance is a nice start!(less)

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Sep 10, 2012 Nick rated it 5 of 5 stars

A review from my wife and me.

To say we enjoyed this book would fall short of the truth. We freaking loved it and that's saying something when BOTH of us like it. We can count the number of books we've both read on a three-fingered hand (not including the Harry Potter series, that's just a given). Our reading tastes are just that different. So finding a book that appeals to both of us is a true gem.
One of the main things we loved so much about DiSemblance is how fast paced it is. It grabs you fr...more A review from my wife and me.

To say we enjoyed this book would fall short of the truth. We freaking loved it and that's saying something when BOTH of us like it. We can count the number of books we've both read on a three-fingered hand (not including the Harry Potter series, that's just a given). Our reading tastes are just that different. So finding a book that appeals to both of us is a true gem.
One of the main things we loved so much about DiSemblance is how fast paced it is. It grabs you from the very beginning and doesn't let you go until long after the words have ended on the page. Just when you think you have a moment to rest -
Nick: It grabs you by the shirt, throws in the car, and floors it onto the road without even letting up on the gas. It is literally that fast. Forget waiting on a new chapter to get things started. It just starts it in the next paragraph. Almost like watching a movie that is wasting no time to get to the good stuff.

We also loved the mystery. So much so that it's sparked a new love for mysteries in Nick. We had no idea where this book was going! But, you know, in a good way.
Jenny: Ugh! I don't know how many times I shouted, "Argh! I have no idea what's going to happen next!!" and I pride myself in being able to guess such things in books I'm reading!

There is so much more that we loved about this book we could go on, but we don't want to ruin all the wonderful twists and turns. We will say that guys are clueless jerks at times even when they're trying hard not to be, but girls don't always understand either. And your mind is your greatest weapon.

As far as what we didn't like, well, that's a pretty short list. It would have been nice to get to know a few of the characters a little more. Maybe more about Boston and her camera or more about Jason's brother Isaac.

One thing's for sure, few characters walked out of that story without a concussion. No better way to knock a man out than with the butt of a gun!

We recommend this book to anyone who likes a fast paced mystery.
Jenny: And the holodeck from Star Trek.(less)

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Oct 30, 2012 Dalene rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012

Review originally posted at A Date with a Book

Definition of dissemblance: The state of being disguised or concealed behind a false apperance.

This book was amazing! This book is another example of why I love indie authors. After receiving the request, I read through it thoroughly as I always do. Sometimes if I don’t have time, I will come back to the request at a later date. I read the synopsis and thought, no this book is not my type at all. For the most part I don’t read fantasy and I definitel...more

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Sep 25, 2012 April Lewis rated it 5 of 5 stars

This review is re-post from eluciddreams.blogspot.com

"There are three worlds that we live in, fantasy, reality, and actuality, murder crosses between all three…”

Teaser: Jason and Isaac Tanner are brothers, they don’t always get along, but there is one thing they can agree on. Their father is not the murderer known as the “Comfort Killer”. The child of technological mastermind, Jason spends most of his young life living in the holographic world his father created. When their father is murdered,...more

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Mar 12, 2013 Brittany rated it 4 of 5 stars

The book had a slow start, but it picked up and when it did it got really interesting. We're given a glimpse into Jason's childhood at first which gives us a slow start. A detective named Bruce is dealing with a case involving Jason's father as the criminal. Jason is very determined to prove them wrong that his father didn't commit such a gruesome crime. You can't blame Jason for his actions. Who would believe their own father committed a crime like that? The story was one of the best detective...more

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Aug 28, 2012 Shanae Branham rated it 5 of 5 stars · (Review from the author)

I decided to review my young adult techno-thriller novel, DiSemblance, because I wanted you to know how much I enjoyed reading this book when I wrote it.

The saying, "No surprise for the writer, no surprise for the reader" is true, and I am pleased to announce that I have had plenty of delightful surprises in the course of writing DiSemblance.

In college, during a creative writing class, I also heard another saying that puzzled me: "Writing is like riding a wild horse, because you never know whe...more

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Sep 22, 2012 Emily rated it 4 of 5 stars

I was super excited when the author asked me to review the book! I saw a lot of great reviews on Goodreads and I really liked this book!

This book started out a bit slow for me, it was kinda boring, but near the middle and the end, that's where the good parts were. It was also confusing for me. I didn't really understand the process of the digital copies and everything. It was just too complicated for me! And when they were in and out of the machine, with the different text font, I still didn't r...more

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Oct 02, 2012 Ruty B rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012, for-review, from-the-author, young-adult, science-fiction, mystery

Do you know when you realize that you are reading a good book? When you can’t put it down, when you even dream about it! Well, this is one of those books.

DiSemblance is an original techno-thriller novel. It grabs you from the start and you can’t stay away from it for too long.

In DiSemblance we meet Jason a 17-year-old boy who has lived his all life almost confined to his house. After saying goodbye to his father, who goes away for the weekend, his life changes from one second to the next. He see...more Do you know when you realize that you are reading a good book? When you can’t put it down, when you even dream about it! Well, this is one of those books.

DiSemblance is an original techno-thriller novel. It grabs you from the start and you can’t stay away from it for too long.

In DiSemblance we meet Jason a 17-year-old boy who has lived his all life almost confined to his house. After saying goodbye to his father, who goes away for the weekend, his life changes from one second to the next. He sees him involve in a strange case of a serial killer and in a fight to save his life, his brother’s and the girl next door.

The story moves extremely fast. With chapters very short (mostly 3 pages long more or less) you can feel the action through the pages. And things change with a speed that gives you the sensation that you are living them.

The book has some moments that blow your mind. You end up feeling like you were hit by a wall. Most of the times the news was so surprising that my mouth hang open for a while. I was like… “Wasn’t he or she supposed to be dead?” Or saying “is this real?”

The most amazing thing was that you really don’t know where the book is going. I love that it isn't predictable. Maybe at the end you have a feeling of where it was going but it still has a great ending.

Jason is an amazing character, a mature, brave, intelligent boy who is willing to do anything in order to clean his father’s name. His brother Isaac his so funny, I adore him. Being totally opposite to Jason he is a bit annoying but anyway he is sweet guy. The detective Durante is the perfect adult character that this book needs. And you couldn’t have a great book without a girl! Boston is the lady in question; she is the perfect match for Jason.

The whole holographic reality is outstanding; it’s excellently explained and is the perfect background. Besides being original DiSemblace makes you question a lot of things. In a world dominated by technology this kind of book makes you wonder some things.

This truly is an excellent book, which is perfect for YA and adults as well.

(I received a copy of the book from the author in exchange of an honest review)(less)

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Oct 02, 2012 Sasha rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: young-adult, science-fiction, mystery-thriller

Jason Tanner’s life is anything but normal. Growing up with a paranoid computer genius for a father, he and his brother Isaac live isolated from the rest of the world, to protect others just as much as they are protecting themselves. Their father’s life work is a cutting-edge holographic system—something that some people would do just about anything to get their hands on… including kill.

The opening chapters of DiSemblance cut right to the chase, disclosing all of the pertinent information about...more Jason Tanner’s life is anything but normal. Growing up with a paranoid computer genius for a father, he and his brother Isaac live isolated from the rest of the world, to protect others just as much as they are protecting themselves. Their father’s life work is a cutting-edge holographic system—something that some people would do just about anything to get their hands on… including kill.

The opening chapters of DiSemblance cut right to the chase, disclosing all of the pertinent information about Jason, his life, and the hologram machine that his father has built. At times I felt myself overwhelmed by the information dump that was going on. It made it difficult for me to connect with the characters at first, especially the teens. However, I really liked Detective Durante. The glimpses into his personal life and his relationship with his wife really made his character compelling.

I wasn’t really a fan of the secondary plot love story. When Jason sees his gorgeous neighbor Boston (view spoiler), it seems as if he falls in love with her instantly. I understand love at first sight, but… something about the way it was described fell flat for me. I think that romance has to be a certain way for it not to detract from the excitement of the main story, and I think that the character of Boston was rather useless.

The plot is the shining point of the novel, hands-down. While it felt a little slow to get started, once the ball starts rolling and Jason must leave behind his home and everything he knows in search of his father and answers… that was where the story began to grab my interest in earnest. And the plot twists! Like Jason, the reader is left uncertain about what is real and what is part of a computer program until the very end. I really liked this ambiguity; it made Jason’s point of view unreliable and fascinating. As each chapter ended, I had no idea where the next was heading. The plot kept me completely on my toes. And while the narration style was a bit simple for a book aimed towards a YA audience and up, I found that somehow it just worked with the story. The terse, almost furtive writing style gave the story a feeling of greater suspense, and I could easily picture the events unfolding as they were told.

Despite a rough start, I ultimately enjoyed the adventure that was DiSemblance . It was a unique idea that kept me guessing until the very last page. Fans of the mind-bending techno-thriller genre, this one’s for you!

A copy of this book was provided by the author for review.
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Sep 24, 2012 Lenna rated it 3 of 5 stars

Jason Tanner is the kind of protagonist who is kind, is obedient, and is always looking to do the right thing. Unfortunately for him, in DiSemblance, most is not what it seems, and Jason Tanner finds himself involved in something bigger than he ever would have imagined. His dad has a coveted Hologram machine that needs to be protected and when things start to go awry and Jason's dad is presumed to be dead, the question of whether or not the machine has already fallen into the wrong hands comes t...more
Jason Tanner is the kind of protagonist who is kind, is obedient, and is always looking to do the right thing. Unfortunately for him, in DiSemblance, most is not what it seems, and Jason Tanner finds himself involved in something bigger than he ever would have imagined. His dad has a coveted Hologram machine that needs to be protected and when things start to go awry and Jason's dad is presumed to be dead, the question of whether or not the machine has already fallen into the wrong hands comes to light. This then puts into motion a big adventure for Jason, his younger brother Isaac, and love interest from across the street, Boston.

The novel starts with two seemingly disconnected plot stories which the author then tied together thoroughly and nicely but it left a lot to cover in the last sections of the book. Author Shanae Branham does a good job in building suspense and timing the release of specific information into the story. However, since it is an intricate plot, there is a lot to keep track of. For the reader this means really having to pay attention to what is going on in any given time frame. For example there are a lot of characters and character relationships to keep track of. Between wives, girlfriends, bosses, co-workers, family members, and family friends, the reader has to pay attention to who is doing what because the plot relies a fair amount on the interconnectedness of characters. Branham handled it well, but it did result in the novel becoming what I would describe as "bottom-heavy." I really enjoyed the buildup and the development of the story line in the first sections of the book but then all of a sudden, toward the end, the novel was packed with plot and action and tying up loose ends so that at certain points, it felt a bit muddled and rushed. As a frame of reference, it was reminiscent of Mockingjay of the Hunger Games series, for anybody who has read it: that is, a very action-heavy last third of the novel where so much is going on at such a fast pace that it elicited a "what just happened?"/"what did I just read?" response at certain sections.

But it did have an exciting plot and was fun to read. It was suspenseful, the "techno-thriller" element was definitely there, and Branham painted a clear picture in my mind, and I appreciate it when I can see what is happening as I'm reading. There were a couple characters that I felt were superfluous but overall each character fit their roles well. It did take me a little while to be convinced by the relationship between Jason and Boston, though, because the development of that relationship was quick in nature. Jason having feelings for Boston was a predetermined circumstance and I had a little bit of trouble buying into it at the beginning, but by the end of the novel I understood their relationship a lot better, which was a good thing. I also think that the way Branham distinguished between outside life and life inside the holodeck machine was helpful and it was a good idea to use two different fonts. The story does get complicated and there were points where I felt a bit confused and had to re-read so a clear distinction between reality and hologram helped with the flow of the writing.

This isn't a book where one can read with preconceived notions and expectations. Because chances are the story will not progress or unfold in the way that one expects it to. Either the predictions will be wrong, or they will come true in an unexpected way. It is a book where you have to be patient and have to pay attention. Personally, I was so focused on the hologram machine and what it's role was in the story and I kept waiting to see how Branham utilized it, but in the end her use of it blindsided me. This novel has more depth than the typical cat and mouse chase and there is more to the story than just the typical murder mystery. DiSemblance has elements of surprise and Branham displays a knack for a detailed plot and a very interconnected story. This will be an enjoyable read for those who are patient enough to wait for answers and keep an open mind. DiSemblance does in fact "challenge the imagination"

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--this book was provided by the author in exchange for an honest review. Thank you so much to author Shanae Branham for the opportunity to read and review her novel.
Inner Aspen is currently hosting a DiSemblance giveaway that ends in less than two weeks!! So enter now for your chance to win a copy of Shanae's new novel! Enter at http://inner-aspen.blogspot.com (less)

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Aug 31, 2012 Nicki Markus rated it 4 of 5 stars

I was approached by the author to review this book and, since it sounded fun, I agreed to give it a go.

I'm glad I did as I found this a well-written and engaging tale that kept me turning the pages so fast that I read the book in a single session. The story is interesting and catchy and the characters, particularly Jason and Bruce, come across well.

The plot is fast-paced with plenty of action and the prose is easy to read. A few odd typos here and there, but overall a well-edited self-published...more

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Sep 28, 2012 Amy rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: ya

Wow. This is a book that gets your brain a working. It's who done it cat and mouse story that takes you from reality into an alternate world. The author did a great job with this story. It is unique and keeps the reader engrossed from beginning to end. The story is well written and quite a page turner.

Reading this story you wonder what is real for the characters and what is not. It isn't confusing at all with that. Written like a mystery you follow detective Bruce Durante and Jason Tanner on th...more Wow. This is a book that gets your brain a working. It's who done it cat and mouse story that takes you from reality into an alternate world. The author did a great job with this story. It is unique and keeps the reader engrossed from beginning to end. The story is well written and quite a page turner.

Reading this story you wonder what is real for the characters and what is not. It isn't confusing at all with that. Written like a mystery you follow detective Bruce Durante and Jason Tanner on the search for the true Comfort Killer. You get to see the story from both if their perspectives. One sees the real world while the other is seeing an alternate one at times. The two worlds collide and the truth comes out. When I found out which world was real I was in shock. The biggest shock of all comes at the end when you find out why the killer is killing their victims.

DiSemblance reads more like a Sci-Fi story than a Techno/Thriller. Holodecks like out of Star Trek and digital copies of people interacting as if it really is them. It's all good because it was pretty interesting. With the talk of computers and such the dialog of the book was not dragged down with a lot tech terms. I am one who doesn't like to read a book that requires a glossary of terms. That's not the case in this book. But it's not all about the techie stuff, there is also a mystery within the book too involving the Comfort Killer. Solving this becomes interesting as the reader since you have two worlds going on at the same time.

I like Jason's character. He is established as the hero from the beginning when he saves Boston from some gang thugs. He seems hesitant to be a hero. That is what happens when you save someone, you are a hero. Jason keeps his distance most of the time with people, he tries to protect his father's work with the holodeck. Things for Jason change when he makes a gutsy move and him and his brother make a run for it. Now he has to be around people more and he embraces the hero label by trying to save his father and others.
Detective Bruce was a good guy also, even though he tends to let his work come before his own life. I guess that is the life of a cop, right?

Overall thoughts of this book were that I was amazed at how much I enjoyed reading it. DiSemblance was very intricate and the author did a great job. I recommend this book to readers age 15+

I received this book courtesy of the author in exchange for an honest review.(less)

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Sep 30, 2012 Hilary Roberts rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: suspense, book-club

Great book! I don't ever remember reading a book that seemed to go by so fast as this one. I was drawn into the story immediately, and next thing I knew I was done with the book. I was a little worried with the subject matter of the book (serial killer), but everything comes together in the end to make it not bother me at all. When I did get to the end and finally understood what was going on, I wanted to start reading it again right away - this time being able to make sense of everything as I g...more

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May 08, 2013 Erin rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads

This book was a fast-paced, science fiction book that grabs the reader's attention. Jason has been protecting the secrecy of his father's hologram machine, but when his father is killed and framed as the Comfort killer, Jason has more thrown on his plate then he would have ever imagined. Between protecting his father's machine, his brother, and the neighbor girl who he has taken a liking towards, he must track down who framed and murdered his father, all awhile being tracked down by the police.

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Jan 21, 2013 Samantha Preston rated it 3 of 5 stars

(Originally posted on Reading-AndCoffee )

Thanks to the author, Shanae Branham, for sending me a copy to read and review.

I'm always looking for new books that don't fall within my usual comfort zone. DiSemblance is a thriller/mystery that kept me guessing until the very end. It had it's flaws, but I did enjoy the book.

The plot kept me guessing throughout. I seriously could not figure out what would happen next. However, it did feel rushed at parts. Something would happen then, all of a sudden, so...more

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Mar 26, 2013 Ornella rated it 3 of 5 stars

This book was one hell of a ride. If someone told me to describe it using one word it would clusterf-. It was that insane.

This was a very fast read. I just flew through pages trying to figure out what the hell was going on. Towards the end was when I finally realized what was happening but it was still a bit confusing at times because of the nature of the book. This was like a Bourne Identity mixed with James Bond mixed with some else.

For once the main MC was actually smart and STAYED smart duri...more This book was one hell of a ride. If someone told me to describe it using one word it would clusterf-. It was that insane.

This was a very fast read. I just flew through pages trying to figure out what the hell was going on. Towards the end was when I finally realized what was happening but it was still a bit confusing at times because of the nature of the book. This was like a Bourne Identity mixed with James Bond mixed with some else.

For once the main MC was actually smart and STAYED smart during the whole book. He didn't have his moments of brilliance, no, he was brilliant the whole way through. So damn resourceful! If I ever had to run for my life I hope I would be as good at it as Jason. He did what had to be done and thought fast on his feet.

Even the girl next door, Boston was pretty awesome. She stood up to them and kept her word and if it came to it she would have blown someone's brains out. It was great! xD

This book deals with so many things. The dependency on technology, of people looking for a way to fight death and doing whatever it took to achieve it, and not only fighting it but dealing with it as well. Also the nature of relationships, whether they were romantic, familial, or just friendship. Of what was right and wrong and where the line just had to be drawn.

But that is where it failed as well for me. I got the messages and I thought they were good, but the execution of all of it wasn't that great. Even though I knew and understood why the detective's relationship with his wife was there, it still felt disjointed, and it would disrupt the flow of the book, specially the urgency of the whole thing.

Speaking of detectives I'd just like to say Angela was a freaking moron and glory-seeker. Wasn't willing to take the risks but wanted all the glory for herself as if she had done the work. PLEASE! Grow some balls woman! Sorry for the outburst, but it just had to be said xD

The real selling point for me was the pacing and Jason. The whole book was a race and so much crap kept happening and people kept dying but not, and then they would appear somewhere else and then dead again. It was so confusing! but so awesome at the same time! I didn't know what was real just as much as Jason till we all figure it out.

Even with it's flaws I think I'll be picking up the next one if it's as much of a rush as this one. I'd recommend this to anyone who loves lots of action.(less)

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Feb 10, 2013 Emily added it

DiSemblance was a first of many things for me: my first review request, my first self-published book, and my first techno-thriller (I hadn't even known that this existed as a sub-genre.) Because it had so much riding on it, at least for me, this book needed to set a precedent. Luckily, it was a pretty good one.

DiSemblance is, first and foremost, marketed as a thriller. While some scenes may have readers on the edge of their seats, my interest in the plot was more muted. I didn't get the constan...more DiSemblance was a first of many things for me: my first review request, my first self-published book, and my first techno-thriller (I hadn't even known that this existed as a sub-genre.) Because it had so much riding on it, at least for me, this book needed to set a precedent. Luckily, it was a pretty good one.

DiSemblance is, first and foremost, marketed as a thriller. While some scenes may have readers on the edge of their seats, my interest in the plot was more muted. I didn't get the constant rush of adrenaline I had expected, but this was not a bad thing. I think the fact that much of the life-or-death action takes place in a technologically advanced hologram machine is what made me have a more intellectual curiosity about what will happen next as opposed to the pure suspense I may have felt had Jason's problems been more tangible. I actually enjoyed this kind of suspense more than the traditional sort I was expecting.

This book is also a story that revolves around computers and technology. One of my favorite things about DiSemblance was how well the author wrote about the hologram machine. An idea like this could so easily come off as cheesy or fake, but, through technical descriptions and scenes that take place inside the machine, Branham managed to make this new invention seem entirely real.

On the flip side of that, this novel has some good interpersonal relations subplots. I loved reading about how his father's invention had prevented Jason from forging relationships with people outside of his family, including Boston, his romantic interest. Each main character has some kind of family or relationship problem that nicely sets off the high-tech backdrop of this story.

I really liked what was written in this story, so my only real complaint is how it was written. The writing wasn't terrible, but the many short sentences gave the narration a slightly choppy feel. I felt like some could have been combined, which would have made the book flow much more smoothly.

Despite this, DiSemblance is a solid story with plenty of action and excitement. Shanae Branham is a budding author to watch, and it will be intriguing to see where she goes next!

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Mar 10, 2013 Zoeytron rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads

Fast-paced. A very quick read. It kept me interested. The idea of the hologram is intriguing. What is really happening in real time and what is happening within the hologram keeps you guessing. Loved the wordplay with the name of the girl next door (or here, the girl across the street)and her name of Boston Komen. That was fun. I would have liked a bit more character development, and some of the chapters were disconcertingly short. The romance between the protagonist, Jason, and Boston felt a we...more

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Oct 29, 2012 Karen rated it 3 of 5 stars

This was a very great story that was a nice quick read. I thought at times the writing was a bit choppy (ie: one moment a character will be weak and dazed on the floor and then two sentences later will be attacking someone.) The characters were not that interesting, with the exception of the main police officer, but the story made up for it and kept me reading.

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Mar 11, 2013 Richard rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads

I received this book via a first-reads giveaway.
What's real? What's not? Does it really matter?
This was a very fun read. A fast paced thriller with very likeable characters and an interesting plot.
This would be a great book for teens who enjoy thrillers. Although, I enjoyed it very much, and it's been quite a few years since I was a teen.
I'm looking forward to reading the next book when it comes out.

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Dec 06, 2012 Cindi Field rated it 4 of 5 stars

I really enjoyed this book. It made you think! It took off right from the beginning, it was a very fast read with great twists and turns. It was very sci-fi and felt futuristic, but also felt like that future was here today in our time. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting with the author, hearing her thoughts and insights as she wrote the story and developed the characters.

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Apr 18, 2013 T's Book marked it as dnf-stopped-reading

Shelves: first-reads

I am shelving this one and will try to pick it up again at a later date. I am not sure why this just isn't holding my attention. It seems very quick and jumps from morning to night within a few short paragraphs. For me I would like a bit more emotion and character building so that I can root for the people I am reading about.

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