Featured Official Review: Opaque by Calix Leigh-Reign [February 2020 Book of the Month]

melissy370 · Post by **melissy370** » 10 Apr 2018, 13:37

The character of Adam makes me shy away from the reading the rest of the book. His nihilistic attitude, lust for his mother, and psychotic behavior are all turn offs for me. Also, with the language and violence I think the book should not be labeled YA.

Ruadhan · Post by **Ruadhan** » 10 Apr 2018, 13:55

YA with a superhero touch? Russian ancestry? Sounds like an interesting mix. Thank you for the good review!

holsam_87 · Post by **holsam_87** » 10 Apr 2018, 14:12

Thanks for your review. I sampled the book and I'm a bit disturbed by Adam's thoughts regarding his mother. Hoping things change, or I might be putting this down.

Post by **Alice Heritage** » 10 Apr 2018, 14:17

That's interesting that the scientists are the enemy in this - makes a refreshing change from the good/bad conflict that often pops up in fantasy books. This sounds very colourful with the mutations and Russian families.

jedreid · Post by **jedreid** » 10 Apr 2018, 14:58

it reminds me of x-men indeed and though the part about Adam's feelings for her mother is kind of disturbing, i'm still willing to give it a try just for this positive review. good job!

Sarah G · Post by **Sarah G** » 10 Apr 2018, 15:01

I didn't use to read YA books but I've now found that you can find some right gems in this genre. Sounds like you found one here. Looks like a really good read. Thanks for the review

tamdlyte · Post by **tamdlyte** » 10 Apr 2018, 15:13

I really like when an author can balance a young psychopaths development into a balanced human(?) being. (with supernatural abilities...

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JessNWheeler · Post by **JessNWheeler** » 10 Apr 2018, 15:20

I'm not a big fan of science fiction. However, I love a good page-turner with a plot twist. Good review. Thanks!

Adexyl99 · Post by **Adexyl99** » 10 Apr 2018, 15:36

Am not a fan of sci-fic. Though the romance between Carly whit and Adam, makes me want to give it a try.

Oceanside · Post by **Oceanside** » 10 Apr 2018, 15:41

This book sounds pretty interesting. I like the idea of the protagonist having a superpower/mutation. This is something that definitely appeals to me. I haven't read a book from the YA section in awhile but this one could be one I look into.

haleygerstenberg · Post by **haleygerstenberg** » 10 Apr 2018, 15:55

I don't read a ton of fiction, but this actually sounds like it could be pretty great if it balances romance, cool superpowers, and a dash of reality in the way you're describing. It seems like people who write really well in the YA genre are usually the ones who have stayed in touch with how big things can feel, and it sounds like this author does that.

britt13 · Post by **britt13** » 10 Apr 2018, 16:08

I usually really enjoy young adult sci fi books that are futuristic. The often times seem to be more interesting than ones written for adults. This one sounds like it has good character development with few errors so I am in!

cpru68 · Post by **cpru68** » 10 Apr 2018, 16:16

It sounds like this book is right up your alley for interest in this genre. According to your review, the author did a great job on laying out the storyline. To rate it up there with X-Men is saying a lot! Good news too in that no errors were found in the writing to take away from the storyline that you found so engaging. Thank you for this revealing without spoiling review.

micoleon13 · Post by **micoleon13** » 10 Apr 2018, 16:19

I really enjoy YA fiction and this one certainly sounds like a great storyline with similarities to x-men and Divergent that would appeal to a lot of people. Thanks for the review.

[Valerie Allen] · Post by **[Valerie Allen]** » 10 Apr 2018, 16:40

An absolute interesting read for adults and young readers alike; But, I'm not quite certain! And, although, "rumored to be joining the coveted MARVEL COMICS franchise", as well as peaked my interest with its well-written content, etc., I believe, I may be absorbed enough to read "Opaque: Scion Saga Book 1" far beyond the free sample chapters. In addition, I'm, for once grateful for the spoilers within this review to assist with my decision and hope to rate it 4/4 stars. Best wishes to the author on the #BOTD