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So I've been seeing SYLO in my recommendations for a loooooong time. And I finally gave in to reading it. The Book description just didn't get my attention. But everybody must know, that the description doesn't do the book justice.

So Tucker seems like just the average guy. A bit of a cliche, the average guy turns out to be not so average. But here's the surprise. The cliche WORKED. It didn't feel cheesy in the slightest. THe book didn't start out slow, but I guess it was because of that great hook phrase in the beginning.

"IT was the perfect night for a football game. And for Death... It was the night it began. The night of the death. The first death."

That was the hook that wouldn't let go. But after that, it did have some trouble keeping my interest, until SYLO arrived.

A bunch of questions were being brought up, and D.J. MacHale posed all those questions in a way that didn't make it overwhelming or frustrating. And with those questions, I was dying to find out. And even though there wasn't too much creative writing, Machale compensated that by describing a scene with specifics. For example, there's a boat. What kind of boat? A Beal boat with a diesel engine. But one thing that bothered me: How can Tucker know if it was a Beal or a Duffy? He isn't the boat person. Tori is. And even then, how can you confuse a Duffy and a Beal?

There was a drastic change in Tucker as the story progressed. He went from Average joe who doesn't ask questions. To someone determined who questions everything and (view spoiler) and (view spoiler) Buuuut I guess that's what happens then you (view spoiler)

Tori's character wasn't as, how do I put it... built. But I guess that is done on purpose for stylistic reasons. All we know is that Tori is reserved, serious, blunt, and at times, emotionless. A grey character. But that is how Tucker sees her because she doesn't open up. But as the plot progresses, we (Tucker and the reader) begin to see some hints of a personality as Tori tells Tucker more about herself and as they stick together through the chaotic times.

Quinn's character didn't appeal to me much. He was just the slight comic relief (view spoiler)

I was told there was romance in the book, and that was completely misleading. There was a total of 2 kisses in the book and a little winks and smiles. I guess that's romance, but I assumed there would be a relationship forming or something more obvious. I can see Tucker and Tori warming up to each other though.

THe ending of the book answered one huge question, only to give me a ton more. And I am anxious to find out more. 4 Stars


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SYLO The SYLO Chronicles D J MacHale Books Reviews

It does start off a little slow but if you can get past that it's a pretty addicting book series.
This book is amazing. My 12 year old son kept talking about it, so I picked it up.
Absolutely amazing! I've read the book in 2 days!
((In between working a full time job, taking care of him and the animals, I've read it In two days!)) it's that good
My expectations were not set high. I was hoping D.J. MacHale was not settling into the author trap of throwing out a book a year to make a living, instead of only publishing quality books. I was wrong. Maybe D.J. isn't the best writer in the world, but he comes up with great plots and characters. This book is far better than Morpheus Road, but not quite Pendragon. You can't even put SYLO into a genre. It is a real page turner. Full of suspense, and a real quick read. It will be a mistake not to pick up Mr. MacHale's latest installment. This intriguing series is sure to become one of the more enjoyable books you've read.
Spoiler alert. Buy all 3 if you start this series. I read it with my child and I beat her and read all 3 books. I was so surprised what the kids are able to read these days. I also cant believe how this book is hard to put down. All of them were the same. It is a good series and has a good story line.
I am a fan of the Pendragon Adventures, and I've been looking for something to fill the gap after I finished the final book in the series. D.J. MacHale is an excellent writer. SYLO is easy to read and told in a comfortable pace. As in all of MacHale's books, there's a lot of great humor, action, chills and "gasp" moments. The characters are believable and well developed. I am currently Reading the second book in this series called "Storm".
If you like the Pendragon Adventures, GONE, and The Maze Runner, then this is definetly the book for you!
P.S. Pardon my bad English. English is not my mother tongue, but I hope I didn't make too many verbal mistakes ^^
I've always enjoyed DJ MacHale's other books in the past. While this was not as fantastic, I would think of it as slightly above the average book. The plot line was interesting, engaging, and all together relatively quick. I liked the characters and the book threw you straight into the story.
My only complaint? The issue of who the bad guys were and why they were bad was a bit of a mystery with a different answer every page. The whole I-Don't-Know-What's-Happining-But-I'm-Going-To-Find-Out plot line can be done well, but in this case, it left me feeling dissatisfied. I would have been fine if they had known for certain by the end of the book, but they didn't. Sure, they got closer but...
I feel as though this book screams single book, but they decided to go with a series instead.
If I went back in time, I would read it again. I know I will, without a doubt, read the sequel.
All in all, it was a good book. It won't be my first pick for a recommendation for someone, yet if you are interested enough to look it up, I would say go for it ) Try the first couple of pages and if it hooks you in, run with it.
I am a middle school language arts teacher. This is not my typical genre BUT I want to be 'up' on what kids like to read AND I like to recommend good literature. The author does a great job establishing setting, background and developing the characters. The pace is nice and keeps you wanting to read. My only drawback is the book is to be continued. Yes, I know there is 3 books but there is no closure at all at the end -- after reading over 400 pages. The reader does not even know what the fight is or what SYLO really stands for by the end.
So I've been seeing SYLO in my recommendations for a loooooong time. And I finally gave in to reading it. The Book description just didn't get my attention. But everybody must know, that the description doesn't do the book justice.

So Tucker seems like just the average guy. A bit of a cliche, the average guy turns out to be not so average. But here's the surprise. The cliche WORKED. It didn't feel cheesy in the slightest. THe book didn't start out slow, but I guess it was because of that great hook phrase in the beginning.

"IT was the perfect night for a football game. And for Death... It was the night it began. The night of the death. The first death."

That was the hook that wouldn't let go. But after that, it did have some trouble keeping my interest, until SYLO arrived.

A bunch of questions were being brought up, and D.J. MacHale posed all those questions in a way that didn't make it overwhelming or frustrating. And with those questions, I was dying to find out. And even though there wasn't too much creative writing, Machale compensated that by describing a scene with specifics. For example, there's a boat. What kind of boat? A Beal boat with a diesel engine. But one thing that bothered me How can Tucker know if it was a Beal or a Duffy? He isn't the boat person. Tori is. And even then, how can you confuse a Duffy and a Beal?

There was a drastic change in Tucker as the story progressed. He went from Average joe who doesn't ask questions. To someone determined who questions everything and (view spoiler) and (view spoiler) Buuuut I guess that's what happens then you (view spoiler)

Tori's character wasn't as, how do I put it... built. But I guess that is done on purpose for stylistic reasons. All we know is that Tori is reserved, serious, blunt, and at times, emotionless. A grey character. But that is how Tucker sees her because she doesn't open up. But as the plot progresses, we (Tucker and the reader) begin to see some hints of a personality as Tori tells Tucker more about herself and as they stick together through the chaotic times.

Quinn's character didn't appeal to me much. He was just the slight comic relief (view spoiler)

I was told there was romance in the book, and that was completely misleading. There was a total of 2 kisses in the book and a little winks and smiles. I guess that's romance, but I assumed there would be a relationship forming or something more obvious. I can see Tucker and Tori warming up to each other though.

THe ending of the book answered one huge question, only to give me a ton more. And I am anxious to find out more. 4 Stars