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The Girl with All the Gifts (The Girl With All the Gifts, #1)

M.R. Carey

Start date: October 1, 2017

Finish date: October 31, 2017

Why we're reading this: October 2017 BotM
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Jun 26, 2014 Stephanie rated it really liked it

The only things I knew about this book, was that it was leant to me and the short, vague blurb on the back.

And because I had no real idea or expectation about what it was about, I was pretty surprised. I like that I didn't know about the plot or premise of the novel.

But, I really enjoyed it. It was super original. Probably one of the most original ways to approach this subject I've heard.
It's intense and violent and has some language... but for such an intense and grim situation, this novel s ...more

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Dec 06, 2015 Franzi rated it liked it

Shelves: own

Well, that was a bit underwhelming. The hype probably got to me again. I expected some great twists but they never really came. Decent zombie story, but nothing more.

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Jan 31, 2015 Michelle rated it liked it

Shelves: reviewed, dystopian, science-fiction, fantasy, choice-awards-2014, survival, horror, 2016

Totally not what I was expecting! I don't want to spoil you, because the book blurb is deliciously vague. Just enjoy your journey with Melanie, said Girl with All the Gifts, and let the story unfold.

It hits all of the good ingredients for me. Dystopian / post apocalyptic tale, survival, with a mysterious build-up and a VERY satisfying ending. I know some of you will disagree, but I liked it. 3 1/2 stars, and I think it would make a cool movie.

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