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Open Minds (Mindjack, #1)
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3.5 Stars
The cool thing about this story is that something has happened to create a new mutation in the human race. Now everyone has the ability to read minds, except for a small group that are called Zeros. Since nobody can tell what they're thinking, they are treated very poorly. They don't get accepted into colleges, are only allowed to hold the most menial jobs, and dating or marrying one of them is looked down on because they are considered mentally retarded.
Usually the ability to read minds manifests around puberty, and since Kira is already sixteen it looks like she's doomed to become a Zero. That is, until she accidentally discovers that while she may not be able to read minds, she can control minds. With the help of Simon, who also has this same ability, she learns that she can jack into others' thoughts and pass as a mindreader.
Unfortunately, Simon wants to do more than just pass and blend in with everyone else. He's involved with a frightening group of mindjackers that want Kira'a abilities, and won't take no for an answer.
In an effort to escape this group, she inadvertently puts herself on the government's radar. And while the vast majority of the population has no idea that people like her exist, the government is fully aware of their existence. With mindjackers that are able to implant false memories working for government task forces, people like Kira can disappear...and no one is ever the wiser.
I didn't really feel any real chemistry between Raf and Kira, but it was still a sweet BFF turned boyfriend kind of love story. Maybe it heats up a bit as the trilogy progresses? I actually thought Simon had more potential, but it looks like that won't be in the cards. I also peeked at the next two books, and it seems like the story probably gets even better.
Open Minds is overall a pretty interesting page-turner, so I'd definitely recommend it for someone looking for a good sci-fi book in the young adult genre.
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3.5 Stars
The cool thing about this story is that something has happened to create a new mutation in the human race. Now everyone has the ability to read minds, except for a small group that are called Zeros. Since nobody can tell what they're thinking, they are treated very poorly. They don't get accepted into colleges, are only allowed to hold the most menial jobs, and dating or marrying one of them is looked down on because they are considered mentally retarded.
Usually the ability to read minds manifests around puberty, and since Kira is already sixteen it looks like she's doomed to become a Zero. That is, until she accidentally discovers that while she may not be able to read minds, she can control minds. With the help of Simon, who also has this same ability, she learns that she can jack into others' thoughts and pass as a mindreader.
Unfortunately, Simon wants to do more than just pass and blend in with everyone else. He's involved with a frightening group of mindjackers that want Kira'a abilities, and won't take no for an answer.
In an effort to escape this group, she inadvertently puts herself on the government's radar. And while the vast majority of the population has no idea that people like her exist, the government is fully aware of their existence. With mindjackers that are able to implant false memories working for government task forces, people like Kira can disappear...and no one is ever the wiser.
I didn't really feel any real chemistry between Raf and Kira, but it was still a sweet BFF turned boyfriend kind of love story. Maybe it heats up a bit as the trilogy progresses? I actually thought Simon had more potential, but it looks like that won't be in the cards. I also peeked at the next two books, and it seems like the story probably gets even better.
Open Minds is overall a pretty interesting page-turner, so I'd definitely recommend it for someone looking for a good sci-fi book in the young adult genre.
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Apr 26, 2015 08:22PM
Anne - Hi! I was surprised to see one of my friends had read this. It was wonderful seeing what you thought of it! Is that Addicted2Heroines your website?
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It's not mine, but it's one that write reviews for. LOL I just finished the last book in this trilogy. Sorry you didn't like this one very much. I thought the whole thing was 'ok' for an indie sort of title.
LOL It was interesting to see what you thought. I, for instance, wanted to knee Simon in the cojones. I didn't think he was even remotely attractive - more like someone I'd go out of my way to avoid. o.OI'm going to check out that website and see what's up! :)
The last on is on NetGalley right now! And Simon didn't redeem himself until...um, you know.
That wasn't even redeeming IMO. LOL Sorry, I didn't get that whole 'bad boy with a good heart' vibe from him. More like evil sociopath vibe.
Well, the romance goes in an entirely different direction by the last book. I think it's an ok trilogy, but I can't really say I'd go out of my way to recommend it to anyone. However, if they found it at their library...maybe.
It's even weirder than that. I don't think you plan to continue, so feel free to click (view spoiler)
Exactly! He's the rebel that kidnaps her. Or at least it seems that way?
