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Feb 10, 2014 01:49PM
Didn't see that ending coming! I love Cy! Him trading himself for Dyl and Zel was such a selfless thing to do. I hope in the sequel they get him back fast. Overall I think the book was great with all the romance and action and interesting plot. I can't wait to read the sequel!
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AAAHHHH I just got done with the book and oh man, emotions. I really enjoyed this book, the writing was good, the story was well put together, and the characters were just amazing. Can't wait for the sequel!!P.s Can we just talk about the cover for a minute? I was really impressed by how beautiful it was, ahhhhhhh
REALLY 2015!!!!!! that said I liked the ending but I really wanted more. I mean by the time I do get anther book Im probably not going to be as interested as I am now. I really want Cy to be home he needs to be with Zel and his family! but it was very noble of him and also not to be mad at Zel and look up to her for what she did is great. I'm glad that Dyl and Zel are back together again!
Crissie wrote: "I originally planned to leave a comment in each section in the group, but that did not work out after chapter 8 because I couldn't bring myself to put the book down long enough to think of or write..."I totally understand the cat thing! lol I just imagine Cy going to him and the guy sitting in a big leather chair stroking a cat and say "so you come to me for help"
I agree it was not nice to leave us like that!
Maddie wrote: "Crissie wrote: "I originally planned to leave a comment in each section in the group, but that did not work out after chapter 8 because I couldn't bring myself to put the book down long enough to t..."Thank God I'm not alone imagining villains that way! lol
That ending was not what I expected??? The betrayal, the loss, the deus ex machina ending, it all just didn't sit well. I was saddened by the ending. It hurt me right in the feels! I think it was better that way. Like Zel's DNA, the story came full circle and most everything was back to "normal". I loved this book, though, and am so happy I got to be a part of this experience!!! It was a very pleasant one.
Hoping for more CyZel moments in the next installment! Anyway, I'm astonished how I found myself loving this series already. Both Cy and Zelia's character development was fantastic! The epilogue was both heartbreaking and gratifying.
Overall, it is a good read. I like the sense of getting to know everyone like a family in Carus except for the betrayal.- I like how fast pace the book goes.
- I like how the plot flows from the first few chapters onwards.
- I like how question marks start popping up in my head when tragedy occurs.
- I like how new characters are being introduced in Carus.
- I like how infatuation develops from hostility. (ahh reminds me of my teenage years)
- I partially do not like how it ends. Hahaha!!!
And now, I will be waiting for book 2 to see what Cy has become. Colder? Warmer? or The Same.
So I've finished, but I'll admit to being torn.I think I found it more than a little frustrating that the pacing problems exhibited at the novel's opening never really improved, because it made reading the book an uneven experience.
I was pretty underwhelmed in the villains and the most of the characters overall, as they seemed to just sit in their initial archetypes and not develop too particularly far out from said archetypes. Also, the villains just blended together, save for Micah and SunAj. The latter of which only because I noticed his name is the word "Janus" spelled backwards -- Janus, being the two-faced Roman god of beginnings and transitions -- and so I had/have more than a few expectations for his character just based on his name.
I wish I hadn't known this was going to be a series before finishing it because then I feel I could have been more invested in the ending, though I did see it coming before it happened. Oddly enough, I feel the denouement could have been much more powerful had 'Control' been a standalone novel as opposed to the first in a series. It does, however, mean that I expect some series world-building from Ms. Kang in the sequel to make up for this book's serious lack of it :P
Despite all my griping, I did ultimately kinda like this book. I didn't love it, per say, and was very disappointed with the majority of it, but it still managed to keep me reading and invested in at least a few of its characters -- Hex and Vera spinoff, please? -- so that I am curious to see what occurs in the sequel :)
I know that Zel is supposed to be intelligent. But for me she was just lame character with stupid choices. I really loved supporting characters (especially Vera ❤) and story was quite interesting. I just think it was just too much of Zel and it quite ruined it for me. I think it would be so much better in ER form (I'm not sure whether it's used in English too or not :D I mean third person narrator...)
Madeleine wrote: "So I've finished, but I'll admit to being torn.I think I found it more than a little frustrating that the pacing problems exhibited at the novel's opening never really improved, because it made r..."
oooh, i totes agree with the last paragraph. also, i agree with you- it would been better if this was a standalone. -- i agree with your whole pov btw. lol
Eva wrote: "I know that Zel is supposed to be intelligent. But for me she was just lame character with stupid choices. I really loved supporting characters (especially Vera ❤) and story was quite interesting. ..."me too. i really loved Vera. and yep, third person would have been cooler- as it would have given us more insight and kept us more intrigued (more than it already did). if you know what i mean?! or whatever. gah
I liked the book, but can't say I understand how everybody seems to think Wilburs betrayal and the ending was a big surprise. I'm not saying it was bad, but with the foreshadowing I saw it coming a mile away. Also, I think the romance part of the book could have been downplayed a bit, especially at the end.
overall I liked the book's plot and the interesting nature of it. how it was set in the future and there were all these people with special traits. but the way it was written wasn't much for dialog. and that is what I like is to see how characters are with each other, and there were some cute and funny moments. but I DON'T think I really enjoyed reading this as much as I wanted to. I just felt this feeling of "OK when she she gonna find her sister / when she is she gonna get all her answers" . the ending was unsurprising that Zel WOULDN'T get away with just making a simple trade by herself she only got out because of cy.
UGH. This book was so very good. It got better and better in my opinion.But it kind of bothered me that they totally skipped over the fact that Wilbert totally betrayed them! And they just seem so okay with this. He's only mentioned in passing after this revelation and there's not really any bitterness or anything. I would like to know more about why he did it. I get the feeling Wilbert really did like everyone at Carus, but Aureus was more important to him. And Zelia's dad brought Wilbert to Carus. Did he plant him there on purpose? I need to know!
And what about Marka and Zelia's dad? They were in love? There is so so much that needs to be explained but I am hoping that it will be explained in the sequel(s). Overall, I'd give it 4 stars.
And I need Cy back. That it all.
Wow. Just... Wow.That's all I can say.
Alright, so I didn't contribute to any of the discussions before now because I pretty much read this book in a day. I JUST WANTED TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS. WILL SHE FIND DYL? WHO IS Q? WHAT HAPPENS WITH CY? Overall I really enjoyed it! I didn't LOVE it but I did like it. :) As much as I love the whole Pride & Prejudice type romance, it gets a little old for me sometimes, so I didn't enjoy the romance A TON. A few of the characters also fell a little bit flat for me. It just felt like their personality traits were kind of been there - done that. Not super unique from other characters I've read. HOWEVER, I did like all their science-y talk. Made me feel smarter reading it. ;)
I feel like there could've been quite a bit more explaining of all the backstory. It was so fast paced that I feel like that got left behind a lot.
I pretty much picked up many of the major plot twists early on [foreshadowing FTW] except for WILBERT. WHAT WILBERT WHAT. I had to pause for a minute after his betrayal.
I kind of liked Cyrus's sacrificial moment, as sad as it was. You got the sense that he really did want to make up for his mistake with Ana and actually do something about it. I also liked all of Zelia's KICK BUTT ACTION at the end where she pretty much beat everyone up.
Overall, I think I'll keep an eye out for the sequel and probably read it, but it's not live or die for me to read. I enjoyed it, but didn't absolutely wholeheartedly love it.
[ I probably have more thoughts that I can't really think of right now, so there may be more added to this contribution later ;) ]
The book was originally hard to get into but it grew on me in the end. I loved zel's development and growth throughout the book and how she strong she became. Dyl was kind of annoying and naive but then again she was young and scared. I hate Micah with a burning passion! He def has to die in the next book. I really loved cy but it was obvious from the beginning he would be the love interest. Overall, he and zeal brought out the best in each other. It was a really fun read and I'm so happy zel has finally has a home. Probs 3.5 stars.
Arissa wrote: "Didn't see that ending coming! I love Cy! Him trading himself for Dyl and Zel was such a selfless thing to do. I hope in the sequel they get him back fast. Overall I think the book was great with a..."I totally agree! I hope they help Cy in the sequel!!! I'm so worried for him but also very proud of what he did.
Okay, overall I would say it's a pretty good story. The characters were compelling, the plot moved at a good pace, and the premise was interesting.I don't like where the story ended up. Yes, what Cy did was admirable, but the bad guys get him, a way to weaponize Zel's trait, and don't have to suffer any consequences for it? There needs to be a sequel. Aureus needs to go down!
I really enjoyed the book and all the science and medical topics. I loved that Zel's special trait is a real syndrome and brought a new awareness to me as what others may be dealing with. I love that Zel has two sisters now who run a library. (I didn't peg Dyl as a librarian, lol) I am hoping that Cy and Zel get back together. What a great read, book two please.
The ending was AMAZING. I love Cy and Zel and I can't believe Cy stayed behind! I knew something wasn't quite right with Wilbert. The pacing of the book was good, and i liked all the characters. I did not expect the ending at all and I cannot wait for the sequel!!!
I'm a bit torn on this one. I liked the medical/science aspect and it made the time fly by while reading it but there wasn't anything that really stood out for me. There was no jaw-dropping moment. I'll read the sequel to find out how things end but I wasn't blown away.
Trista wrote: "I'm a bit torn on this one. I liked the medical/science aspect and it made the time fly by while reading it but there wasn't anything that really stood out for me. There was no jaw-dropping moment...."I feel exactly the same way! I enjoyed reading it, but I didn't love it.
I finished Control on Thursday at 11 p.m.I absolutely loved that book!!
It is so funny and romantic and the story was great.
I cried and hated Micah and loved Zel and Cy and I want to read the sequel right now!!!!!
Anushka wrote: "I loved that part where Zel asks Cy if he knew Latin and he said "I speak the Periodic Table of Elements". That cracked me up so bad.
There is a sequel :D It's called Catalyst and it's coming ou..."
I heard that the second book will come out in 2015.
Just finished the book!I really enjoyed it. It definitely has its flaws, but it was a fun read.
It's a shame Wilbert turned out to be part of Aureus - he seemed like the nicest dude! He was one of my favorite characters.
I had a feeling that Cy would end up saving the day. He really grew on me. At first I didn't really like him. But he turned out to be a really strong character.
I thought the ending was a good way to wrap it all up. It gives some closure but still leaves you wondering. Is Cy alive? I think he is. I think Carus is going to round up the gang to save him in the next book. We'll see!
Oh my... I started reading it yesterday, I wanted to read a couple of chapters before drowning on philosophy for my test this week... long story sort, I finished it this morning. We'll see how that test goes... xDI freaking LOVED it! I'm Spanish and I thought that I might not know enough English to read a futuristic book but I breathed all in. I'm still a bit confused about some things like Zel's dad, like, what the hell? There has to be more on that story.
I really need the second book, I need more Cy.
Trista wrote: "I'm a bit torn on this one. I liked the medical/science aspect and it made the time fly by while reading it but there wasn't anything that really stood out for me. There was no jaw-dropping moment...."totally agree with you, I was actually really surprised when I got on here and found out that so many people liked it.
God I can't even. I was balling at the end. A bittersweet ending, I hope has another book. Cy, I have fallen in love with Cy and especially how he sacrificed himself for both Zel and Dyl. I can't believe he's gone. His words at the end were everything in a few words. My god I need another book. I have fallen for all the characters. I just can't believe Wilbert betrayed them. I never saw it coming and that he's married to that sick blind giving girl disgusts me. How could he betray these people who loved him?! I know he had some remorse because he didn't give Cy up when he obviously could. I just need another book!!!!
This is the most amazing book I ever read, can't wait to read more from this author!
Just finished the book and oh my god what a great book! The first few chapters did not get me hooked, but when the story really took of I could hardly put the book down! I love Zel and Cy together and I really hope that they will be together again, otherwise I don't know what I will do! And I can't wait for the next book! Only a year away or so... But oh how I loved this book and I will definitely re-read this again in the near future! I'm just happy that Zel got her sister back, but pissed off on Wilbert... Not cool man, not cool. There was just so much happening during the final chapters that my mind almost exploded! Great book!!
MY CURIOSITY HAS BEEN DE-CURIOUS'EDhttps://twitter.com/itstommyyall/stat...
I asked Lydia via Twitter whether Cy is pronounced with an S sound or a K sound and she replied with this:
https://twitter.com/LydiaYKang/status...
I'm glad, seeing as this is how I said it in my head for the entire book!
Okay, just finished this last night and my feelings aren't as positive as everyone else's. This might sound harsh, (Please don't kill me!) but I thought it was just a crappy version of Xmen that was predictable, boring most the book, with an annoying and unrealistic romance that made my want to gag. Those were my feelings. I won't be picking up the next book when it comes out but I'll admit I genuinely had fun in the read-along! Will there be another one anytime soon?
Sophie wrote: "Okay, just finished this last night and my feelings aren't as positive as everyone else's. This might sound harsh, (Please don't kill me!) but I thought it was just a crappy version of Xmen that wa..."It's okay if you did not like the book. There are people who did not like Harry Potter. As far as the Xmen thing goes, they do invite comparison. There is a feeling of outcasts in society and I can see how Carus would be the Xmen and Aureus would be the brotherhood. I do think the similarities are few though.
I agree on the romance thing. It felt forced and cliche' to me. There were many other interesting aspects of the book though. I thought it was very well written for a debut novel. I liked the character development and the pacing.
just finished! cant wait for the next! wasnt my favorite book though, but I really enjoyed everything that went on! I loved all the characters, but I despised Micah. I didn't like him one bit! I wasn't too upset when Cy and Zel separated, I really think they'll find each other in the next one. :)
I.S. wrote: "Sophie wrote: "Okay, just finished this last night and my feelings aren't as positive as everyone else's. This might sound harsh, (Please don't kill me!) but I thought it was just a crappy version ..."Yeah there's a lot of really poplar books out there that I didn't like because I'm too picky, especially with YA . Like I want world building and good character development and a pacing I enjoy and a billion other things. But few books have it all for me. Even though I judged control harshly, I still respect everyone's opinion and I'm glad it's making people happy, ya know? It just wasn't my cup of tea.
(PS How can anyone not love Harry Potter?! HP is like my life XD)
I finished this yesterday after reading it front to back and I think I kind of ruined this book for me...I just happened to read the top negative review for the book a week before I decided to read it, which then made me annoyed when certain things happened, because I had someone else's opinion running through my brain from the review.(Without it I probably would of fell in love with this book because I like some cheese)
I enjoyed the read, but I didn't enjoy the book completely :/
I wanted to really like it, especially reading all the posts about people loving it! I will most likely read the next one, as I don't like not finishing series, but I won't anticipate it as much.
Still - WTF Wilbert! WTF Micah! WTF 'Dad'!
--Full review is on my profile--This ending was probably the best part of the whole book, the most interesting and the one part that I didn't FORCE myself through. The ending ALMOST makes the whole experience worth it... almost... :c
Though I don't regret it and I won't say I will not read the next book in the series, but I'm not that thrilled.
But I can also feel like it's okay, because this is a debut and most of the time the author gets better with each book, so I won't judge Lydia Kang by this ONE book i didn't enjoy that much c:
Though, I am interested in what will happen to Cy and about the whole truth about Zel and Dyl's father (because I feel like there's a whole lot more).
I was so close to crying in the book. The ending hit me right in the feels, and can I say one this is I LOVE cy and zel's relationship. In the last chapter when cy appeared I knew he was trading himself. I can't believe it and I need the next book so badly. This book as a whole was outstanding but I did find myself not liking certain choices that zel made and it made me really angry. For example she should of planned better so cy couldn't give himself up and also she shouldn't have lied to her new family so much. They wanted to help her but she wanted to find her sister her way and her way only. Zel was blind that way and it annoyed me. Overall I gave this book 4 stars.
Ang wrote: "I was so close to crying in the book. The ending hit me right in the feels, and can I say one this is I LOVE cy and zel's relationship. In the last chapter when cy appeared I knew he was trading hi..."With her lying, I just thought she was trying to be independent, but yeah, it was kind of dumb. I guess she was scared they'd stop her, but like you said, they wanted to help her! Agreed, 4 stars here too :]
Though I do miss the rushed yet steamy relationship of Zel and Cy I felt as though the ending was rushed. It left so much more to be desired and we still don't known much about the world outside of Carus and Aureus.
Wilbert you little shit! I did not see that coming. The rest of the book was pretty easy to figure out but that one slipped my mind for some reason :/ Overall I liked this book. I didn't love it, but I still really wanna get the sequel.
Wilbert has been in the bad side all along. Didn't see that coming! This was definitely a great book. Zel is an amazing character, even though when the decisions she made irratated me at times.
I cannot believe the Wilbert thing! And the end, Cy... :( Overall, I give it 4 stars. I really liked it once I got into it. I will definitely be reading book 2!
I liked this book, didn't love it, but since there will be a sequel I can sort of forgive its short comings. Some of it felt rushed but over all it was entertaining. I found myself falling for Cy which, annoyingly, makes my friends right about the type of guys I go for. So what if I like them brooding with a perpetual serious look on their faces?! I look forward to the sequel.
Okay. i liked this. I liked it quite a bit. not enough to like cry over it because I'll be honest i got a little tired of how freaking trusting Zelia was of Q or kw or whatever his name is supposed to be. I mean it was like frozen all over again (#nomorekristoff's)
But I'm exited for the next book and a nicely written, romantic heart string-pulling reunion between Cy and Zel. But if they change the cover design i will hurl something at the wall.
Micah is a horrible human. I still felt that the characters weren't very well developed, but it's a series so I hope it gets better in that aspect. Overall, I enjoyed the book and am looking forward to the sequel.
