[email protected] reviewed Thunderhead by Neal Shusterman (Arc of a Scythe)
Wow! What a twist!
4 stars
Thunderhead takes readers on another journey into a world where death has been conquered and Scythes maintain population control through gleaning. While not quite reaching the heights of its predecessor, Thunderhead delivers a captivating narrative with shocking twists that will leave readers reeling.
Citra’s unwavering compassion and dedication to justice clash with the brutal realities of gleaning and the treacherous political landscape of the Scythedom, the one segment of society ungoverned by the Thunderhead. Citra does navigate the surprises of this novel with a wisdom beyond her years.
Rowan, now the elusive Scythe Lucifer, embraces his role as a vigilante, targeting corrupt Scythes who abuse their power. His relentless pursuit of justice leads him down a dark path, blurring the lines between good and evil. I wonder if the Thunderhead did have some influence over the Scythedom if it would have created a role like Scythe Lucifer as a means …
Thunderhead takes readers on another journey into a world where death has been conquered and Scythes maintain population control through gleaning. While not quite reaching the heights of its predecessor, Thunderhead delivers a captivating narrative with shocking twists that will leave readers reeling.
Citra’s unwavering compassion and dedication to justice clash with the brutal realities of gleaning and the treacherous political landscape of the Scythedom, the one segment of society ungoverned by the Thunderhead. Citra does navigate the surprises of this novel with a wisdom beyond her years.
Rowan, now the elusive Scythe Lucifer, embraces his role as a vigilante, targeting corrupt Scythes who abuse their power. His relentless pursuit of justice leads him down a dark path, blurring the lines between good and evil. I wonder if the Thunderhead did have some influence over the Scythedom if it would have created a role like Scythe Lucifer as a means to keep Scythes on track with their own laws.
Greyson Tolliver, a new character, finds himself thrust into the heart of a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the very fabric of society. His unwavering integrity and determination to uncover the truth make him a target for those who seek to maintain the status quo. Greyson's journey of self-discovery and his unwavering pursuit of justice offer a glimmer of hope in a world on the brink of chaos. And, in the end, he may be humanities only hope.
The climactic ending of Thunderhead is nothing short of shocking. The actions of a certain character, Godard, will leave readers speechless and questioning everything they thought they knew about the world and its inhabitants. This bold twist sets the stage for the final installment of the trilogy, leaving readers eagerly anticipating the resolution of this complex and thought-provoking narrative.