A mostly plot driven sci-fantasy story. It was a little hard to feel bad for any of the characters besides Alif, the protagonist. All of her friends come off as not a great bunch from the beginning. Actual sci-fi elements and creepy oasis was a fun thrill ride though!
I kind of wish the author had sat with the characters more at the beginning and made them likeable before diving into the plot.
Otherwise a fun and quick read.