I really liked this book. The author had obviously done her research, but didn’t constantly talk about the cool things she had learned, which can be a problem. There is a sciencey bit which corresponds almost exactly to what my brother - and the internet - have told me. So, not made up.
To be honest, Ella, the main character, would probably not be my friend in real life. However, because I’m in her head as the reader, I can realise that deep down, she’s not as off-the-rails as some of her friends are. Which is a lot.
So, I like the main character, I like the research, I also like the idea. It’s less about the science fiction and more about how Ella copes with being stuck in a world where everything is different, and people expect her to know things she doesn’t. It’s all about the psycology, which I love.
I can see how the ending might annoy some people, but I happen to love it. It is a brilliant twist which I should have really seen coming. Basically, this is an awesome book which I will totally read over and over again. Also, I have to say that the cover of my edition is beautifully fitting, as well as very elegant.
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