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zelofheda's review
2.0
The action parts were okay, but they were few and far between in the midst of one info-dump after another. Very disappointing.
jjems55's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
shiftyelliott's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
zenreadergirl's review
3.0
Although I didn't like it as much as Meg, this was a good intro to this universe.
shereadsceaselessly's review
2.0
In the preface, Steve Alten brags about the popularity of his first novel, [b:Meg|105744|Meg (MEG, #1)|Steve Alten|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1407870638l/105744._SY75_.jpg|411660], and how even school teachers have used it to inspire science students. As a lover of all things scientific, I find this assertion hard to believe. However if it's true, then the future of STEM is in serious trouble.
Regardless, I can tell you right now, there is NO WAY any teacher will use [b:Meg: Origins|12396870|Origins (MEG #0.5)|Steve Alten|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1327935710l/12396870._SX50_.jpg|17378096] for the purpose of promoting the sciences among our youth, unless gambling, escorts, and "D cups" are on the syllabus.
This novel rivals [b:The Godfather|22034|The Godfather|Mario Puzo|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1394988109l/22034._SY75_.jpg|266624] in its disrespect for women. And the rest of this campy book, just like [b:Meg|105744|Meg (MEG, #1)|Steve Alten|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1407870638l/105744._SY75_.jpg|411660] itself, reads more like a Sharknado script than a science-based novel. Two grudging stars.
Regardless, I can tell you right now, there is NO WAY any teacher will use [b:Meg: Origins|12396870|Origins (MEG #0.5)|Steve Alten|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1327935710l/12396870._SX50_.jpg|17378096] for the purpose of promoting the sciences among our youth, unless gambling, escorts, and "D cups" are on the syllabus.
This novel rivals [b:The Godfather|22034|The Godfather|Mario Puzo|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1394988109l/22034._SY75_.jpg|266624] in its disrespect for women. And the rest of this campy book, just like [b:Meg|105744|Meg (MEG, #1)|Steve Alten|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1407870638l/105744._SY75_.jpg|411660] itself, reads more like a Sharknado script than a science-based novel. Two grudging stars.
arkobla's review
4.0
Excellent primer for the Meg series. Steve... Don't wait so long for the 5th book!
lareinadehades's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
nerdisauruswrex's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Death and Blood
badseedgirl's review
3.0
I wish I had read this before I read The Meg, but it was an enjoyable little read.