Title: Restoring Harmony
Author: Joëlle Anthony
Pages: 320
Publisher: Putnam Juvenile
Publication Date: May 13, 2010
Source: Editor
The year is 2041, and sixteen-year-old Molly McClure has lived a relatively quiet life on an isolated farming island in Canada, but when her family fears the worst may have happened to her grandparents in the US, Molly must brave the dangerous, chaotic world left after global economic collapse—one of massive oil shortages, rampant crime, and abandoned cities.
Molly is relieved to find her grandparents alive in their Portland suburb, but they’re financially ruined and practically starving. What should’ve been a quick trip turns into a full-fledged rescue mission. And when Molly witnesses something the local crime bosses wishes she hadn’t, Molly’s only way home may be to beat them at their own game. Luckily, there’s a handsome stranger who’s willing to help.
Restoring Harmony is the complete essence of YA dystopian. Even though set at a completely different time, Anthony seems to capture the reality as well as the fantasy aspect. It encompasses readers' expectations and dives into a realm of convincing possibilities. Anthony's debut has exceeded all of my expectations and has introduced me to a new genre of books. I've never payed much attention to dystopian literature, but Restoring Harmony has truly opened my eyes.
Restoring Harmony features a bland and seemingly desolate word but it is overcome by Molly, the selfless, young girl who gives a sense of hope and meaning to the novel. Anthony molds different, meaningful themes such as love, hope, and sacrifice. All of which emanate a positive message in the facade of a seemingly unbreakable isolated exterior.
Anthony has crafted a beautiful story with the journey of Molly, her friendship with Spill, and the love she has for her family. In a dystopian world, Anthony truly creates a contrast with the dreary background, and the strong, powerful message she revives in Restoring Harmony.
Restoring Harmony features a bland and seemingly desolate word but it is overcome by Molly, the selfless, young girl who gives a sense of hope and meaning to the novel. Anthony molds different, meaningful themes such as love, hope, and sacrifice. All of which emanate a positive message in the facade of a seemingly unbreakable isolated exterior.
Anthony has crafted a beautiful story with the journey of Molly, her friendship with Spill, and the love she has for her family. In a dystopian world, Anthony truly creates a contrast with the dreary background, and the strong, powerful message she revives in Restoring Harmony.
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16 comments:
Thanks so much for a wonderful review! This is something I may have overlooked if not for your detailed comments. My reading list continues to grow thanks to you!
Marissa
I'm really forward to this book after the great reviews I've read. Thanks for the recommendation!
Thanks for the review! I got this one from an ARC tour today.
This book has been getting so much positive feedback, and it getting perfect marks on your review makes me want to read it even more!
Great review! I can't wait for this one to come out!
Excellent review
Great review! I just posted my review of this title today as well.
This was my first dystopian fiction, but I think I'll be reading more soon.
Great review! This book's on my to-read list. :D
Oh, sounds like one I absolutely have to read! Great review!
Sounds like a great dystopian book! Awesome review :)
Great review! Can't wait to read this one!!!
I've been meaning to read this book for a while! Thanks for the great review!
I was able to read this one through and ARC tour program and I really enjoyed it. I felt very similar to you about the book and I'm happy with the outcome of the novel. It may be a dystopian novel, but I felt like it was a much softer? one than most. It's not so in-your-face as other dystopian books, but it still works.
I can't wait to read this book. I love dystopian lit and I've heard nothing but great things about RH. Great review!
Oh gosh, this one is already on my list--and I keep reading reviews like yours that remind me that I really have to get a hold of it! It sounds great.
I've never heard of this book before. It sounds really interesting! I'm going to add to my to-read list!!
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