December 2024 FBR - KU Buddy Read: The Atlantis Gene by A.G. Riddle

[Ashley, The Tipsy Challenger]

Welcome to the December "Kindle Unlimited" Buddy Read!
starts 1-Dec-2024, ends 31-Dec-2024

Our theme this month is Science Fiction and we're reading The Atlantis Gene by A.G. Riddle.

The greatest mystery of all time...
the history of human origins...
will be revealed.

In Antarctica, researchers discover a mysterious structure, buried in ice.

In a lab in Jakarta, an autism researcher identifies a revolutionary treatment that could change everything.

But these two incredible discoveries aren't what they seem. They will set off a race to unravel the deepest secrets of human existence--and an event that could change humanity forever.

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✨(Impossible) Disney Challenge

...you must read the book and participate by doing ONE of the following:
*Post at least 3 meaningful comments below (more than "This was great!")
*Answer at least 3 of the discussion questions below

[Ashley, The Tipsy Challenger]

Buddy Read Discussion Prompts

Reflections
1. One word to describe the book?
2. First thoughts after finishing the book?
3. Did the book live up to your expectations?
4. Best moments in the book?
5. Worst moments in the book?
6. Were there any subplots that you found interesting?
7. Were there any plot twists that surprised you?
8. How did you feel about the ending?
9. How did the book make you feel overall?
10. What would you change about the plot?

Characters
1. Who was your favorite character and why?
2. Were there any characters you didn't like?
3. Did you find any characters relatable?
4. Who would you like to experience the story as? Why?
5. Which character would you like to learn more about?

Fun
1. Who would be your dream movie cast?
2. If you could rewrite the ending of the book, how would you change it?
3. What was your favorite scene in the book and why?
4. If you could visit any place from the book, where would you go?
5. If you could ask the author one question, what would it be?

[Melanie]

I've started reading the book. It's good so far, but I was a little sceptical for a bit. Anyone else?

[Ashley, The Tipsy Challenger]

I started yesterday, but was busy with work and didn't get far, so hopefully I'll get a bit further today!

[Ashley, The Tipsy Challenger]

Ok, I've made it over halfway - it's ... odd. There is a lot of action here and there, our "villain" seems easy to dislike, I would really like a bit more depth, but maybe I'm expecting too much....

I've been getting a little thrown off by the flashback/past narrative, but it does seem to be coming together now.

Overall, not bad so far.

[Melanie]

I’m 40% in and although it’s holding my attention, some of the details are too unbelievable or too easy. It’s alright though.

[Melanie]

I've nearly finished this now. I'm at 91%. I'm very iffy about it, but some things are good, and I do love Kate.

[Ashley, The Tipsy Challenger]

I finished last week, and didn't hate it, but it did get a little wild at the end!

Overall, it's a solid 3 stars, but I don't know if I would continue the series.

[Melanie]

I finished this yesterday. It was only OK for me. (view spoiler)[ Some of the plot points were too easy and too random. (hide spoiler)] I loved Kate though, and it did hold my interest enough for me to finish the book.

I don't think I'll read the next book either, but I'm glad I read this one.

[Angie ☯]

Didn't get to this one in December, but I still plan to read it!