Review: Disruption by Jessica Shirvington
Who #1: Jessica Shirvington
Who #2: HarperCollins
What: Disruption (Disruption #1)
When: April 1st 2014
Where: Goodreads – Kobo – Amazon
Why: I love Shirvington, and this sounded amazing.
How: A copy of this novel was provided by Harper Collins Australia in exchange for an honest review.
What if a microchip could identify your perfect match?
What if it could be used against you and the ones you love?Eight years ago, Mercer Corporation’s M-Bands became mandatory. An evolution of the smartphone, the bracelets promised an easier life. Instead, they have come to control it.
Two years ago, Maggie Stevens watched helplessly as one of the people she loves most was taken from her, shattering her world as she knew it.
Now, Maggie is ready. And Quentin Mercer – heir to the M-Corp empire – has become key to Maggie’s plan. But as the pieces of her dangerous design fall into place, could Quentin’s involvement destroy everything she’s fought for?
In a world full of broken promises, the ones Maggie must keep could be the most heartbreaking.
I was interested in Disruption from the moment I read the blurb. It sounded like the kind of book that I could really sink my teeth into. And I was right. I loved every second if Disruption.
How I love Disruption, let me count the ways.
1. Kickass heroine. YES, FINALLY. We have eighteen year old Maggie Stevens. Absent mother, dismissive brother, and a father who was taken from her two years ago. Maggie doesn’t take crap from anyone – anyone – and I love this so much. I also love her willingness to do whatever it takes to get her father back. That kind of dedication is rare in our YA heroines (no matter how beloved).
2. Gus and Maggie’s relationship. There is no love lost between these two. They talk about killing each other and rejoicing at the other’s death. But it’s not ‘banter that will lead to love’. No, these two members of the opposite sex are just FRIENDS. *cue shocked gasping* Yes, you read that correctly. FRIENDS.
3. Quentin. Oh, Quentin, you precious thing. Blind (metaphorically) jerk turned open eyed swoon worthy boy. And before you make judgement about change of character – this is gradual. This happens under very specific circumstances that would see anyone change their tune.
4. Maggie + Quentin together. I love their relationship. From their rocky beginning onwards. I was always absorbed the most in Disruption when these two were on the pages together.
5. Plotline. Intricate, surprising, intriguing, stupendous. There were things I would never have guessed, original ideas that were presented in an understandable way – this plot was just superb.
6. Writing style. Shirvington has such a wonderful voice. She writes simply, straight to the point. No flowery words that have no meaning. Every word on the page is there because it needs to be. Every word on the page also draws me in and urges me to keep reading. Which leads me to #7:
7. It sucked me in. I finished it in two sittings. It would have been one but this girl does actually need sleep. Every time I glanced away from the page, I wanted to go back to Disruption immediately. I love being sucked in by a story, and I was most definitely drawn into the depths of Disruption from beginning to end.
8. Australian author! Okay, this is just a perk really because I don’t show bias. But still. Shirvington being Australian makes me feel proud. Represent!
If you cannot tell by the aforementioned eight reasons why I adored Disruption, I’ll say it again: I LOVED this book. I cannot WAIT for the sequel. And if you like sci-fi, even in the slightest, READ THIS BOOK.
© 2014, Chiara @ Books for a Delicate Eternity. All rights reserved.
Your Turn: Do you love books that suck you in right away? Does reading a book of your countrymen (or women) make you proud?
I couldn’t agree more!! I’m only half way through this book at the moment and I’m already so in love with the entire story! I totally agree with you about the kick ass heroine, it’s so refreshing to have a female lead who calls the shots. And so true about Gus and Maggie being just friends YAY!! Oh and yes, Quentin poor sweet naive Quentin, I love him :)
Yay! I’m so glad you’re liking it, Amy :D It’s a fantastic read, isn’t it?
Exactly. I love a heroine who is in the lead, and isn’t afraid to do what it takes to get something done.
Quentin is adorable! I loved his character!
I love when a book sucks you in. That happened with me when I read The Unbecoming of Mara Dyer. I even read while eating dinner once; I just couldn’t leave it alone! Although, I’m a little worried about the way the synopsis sounds; kind of like a garden variety romance. I feel like there’s some stories that have used the idea of perfect matches. Unless, of course, I’m reading too much into that.
Yes, I do feel a sense of pride when a book takes place in my own home. So far, it’s only been Divergent where Chicago is the prominent city. Seeing it in the dystopian style in the movie kind of broke my heart.
It’s the best feeling, right? There’s nothing worse than being bored with a book and nothing better than wanting to devour it. :D Ack, I still need to read that book! And you keep mentioning it to me, as well D: Maybe I will binge read the entire series when the last book is released. Sounds like a plan.
Ohhh, no. There are these things called ‘true matches’, but they’re not a focus. The M-Bands just give you a rating with someone (from negative to 100% – which is a true match). It’s not like: here’s your person now go be with them.
Surprisingly enough, this book was set in the US even though the author is Australian. I actually found that quite awesome in a sense. Aw, no! I read a semi-dystopian set in Australia the other day and it was kind of eerie.
You’ll be waiting until November then since the release date was changed (again) to some day in November. It’s really frustrating; I think it’ll have been two years in October when the last book was released. I plan on doing a reread of the first in the trilogy around the time it comes out.
If it’s not the focus, then that gives me hopes. I hate it sometimes when the romance overwhelms the plot.
Was it a good or bad eerie?
I’m sure I’ll make it. There are so many books I want to read, haha. But I hate it when books are pushed back D:
It was a good eerie. Especially since I’d never read about Australia being all futuristic and stuff!
Friends of different genders? *gasps* I have to read Disruption ASAP. It’s the next book I’m reading, so fingers crossed I like it as much as you :)
I know, right!
I hope you read it soon, and like it as much as I did, as well :D
Two sittings? Wow… if that’s not a sign of approval I don’t know what is. I like the sound of this book and I bought a copy the other day. I’m so glad it lived up to your expectations and I’m not usually into sci-fi.
Yes. Definitely a big tick of approval on this one :D
I shall look out for your thoughts on it, Kate! And it’s not too heavily focussed on the sci-fi, really. It’s more of an element in the story.
Reading amazing Aussie authors DOES make me feel proud! So good to see you liked Disruption! I haven’t actually read any books by Jessica Shirvington, yet. But it is on my must-do list!
I KNOW. I always feel such pride when I’m reading an Aussie author book :D
This is my second Shirvington book, and so far I am really really impressed! I’ve loved both books, and I cannot wait to race through her Embrace series :D
I love this review! I haven’t heard of this book until now, but you have me convinced to check it out. I love the unique premise, characters and their relationships that you spoke of. A little sci-fi is always a joy to read and think about “what if”.
Thank you, Katie!
I’m glad I have convinced you! I hope you get around to reading it. :)
I think one of the best things about sci-fi novels (and dystopians) is always that little ‘what if’. Or the possibility that it could occur. it’s creepy, but great at the same time, haha.
I love when a book sucks me in right away! It almost doesn’t even matter how the plot unravels, if I’m sucked in I can’t help but try to read it all in one sitting!
I hadn’t heard of Disruption until now, but that blurb! And a guy/girl relationship where they can be just friends? *swoons* Definitely adding it on GR :)
I absolutely love it! It makes the book more enjoyable, that way.
Oo – I’m glad to have introduced it to you, Kelly! I hope you like it. :D
And yes, a friendship. I was SO HAPPY.
I read this book the day it came out and I loved it too! I actually posted my review today. Jessica Shirvington is one of my favorite authors, I loved her Embrace series. Intriguing and fast paced plot and that ending…gah! It just killed me. “Never forget. I know that you know.” I cannot wait until the next book. So glad you loved this!
I’m glad you liked it as much as I did, Pam! :D I shall have to check out your review.
I haven’t read her Embrace series yet, but I am really excited! This is the second Shirvington book that I have fallen in love with.
Ohmygosh, yes, that ending! It left me wanting to pick up Corruption immediately!
Awesome review Chiara, I had to skim it because I’m about to pick this up after the book that I’m reading. Glad to hear there’s lots of love for this, Jessica Shirvington is an awesome writer!
Oooo yay! I cannot wait for you to read it. Ive been rec’ing it to everyone that will listen to me, haha. And yes, she really is! :D
I love books that suck me in right away! That’s usually when I read the fastest. :P and I only support one local author mostly because I’m afraid to read from the others because they don’t look good. :))
They’re the best, right? And yes I always read fastest when the story ropes me in.
Aw, no, haha! I am lucky because most Australian authors are fantastic ;D
I totally agree. Although I’m not sure I know a lot of them. XD