Review: Enclave

May •  29 •  2011
Review: EnclaveEnclave by Ann Aguirre
Series: Razorland # 1
Published by Feiwel & Friends on April 12, 2011
Genres: Young Adult- Dystopian/Post Apocalyptic
Source: Gifted
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WELCOME TO THE APOCALYPSE

In Deuce’s world, people earn the right to a name only if they survive their first fifteen years. By that point, each unnamed ‘brat’ has trained into one of three groups–Breeders, Builders, or Hunters, identifiable by the number of scars they bear on their arms. Deuce has wanted to be a Huntress for as long as she can remember.

As a Huntress, her purpose is clear—to brave the dangerous tunnels outside the enclave and bring back meat to feed the group while evading ferocious monsters known as Freaks. She’s worked toward this goal her whole life, and nothing’s going to stop her, not even a beautiful, brooding Hunter named Fade. When the mysterious boy becomes her partner, Deuce’s troubles are just beginning.

Down below, deviation from the rules is punished swiftly and harshly, and Fade doesn’t like following orders. At first Deuce thinks he’s crazy, but as death stalks their sanctuary, and it becomes clear the elders don’t always know best, Deuce wonders if Fade might be telling the truth. Her partner confuses her; she’s never known a boy like him before, as prone to touching her gently as using his knives with feral grace.

As Deuce’s perception shifts, so does the balance in the constant battle for survival. The mindless Freaks, once considered a threat only due to their sheer numbers, show signs of cunning and strategy… but the elders refuse to heed any warnings. Despite imminent disaster, the enclave puts their faith in strictures and sacrifice instead. No matter how she tries, Deuce cannot stem the dark tide that carries her far from the only world she’s ever known.

You know this is just one of those types of books that you can not put down. I just love dystopian books. Enclave had everything you could want in a book. Lots of kick butt fighting, a love that no one talks about, and lots of running. I was having a hard time catching my breathe reading this book. So much was going on the my mind was reeling. I felt the characters fear, strength, and hope to find a new place.The characters were totally awesome. Deuce and Fade were great characters I can literally feel in my heart. I love the whole plot line. The plot build up was awesome. If anything, it kept you entertain at every twist and turn. I think the way the whole society was put together was good. I enjoyed learning about their rules and how things went. I love where plot lines are not only unique but very attention grabbing.

Enclave left me speechless. I adored reading every minute of it. It is a action-packed, great dystopian book that I love to see as a movie.  Plus, this book has zombies and  who couldn’t love that?
I give it 4 BITES!
Happy Reading!
Posted by on May 29, 2011 in 2011, Ann Aguirre, Review, Young Adult | 10 comments

10 Comments

  1. Nic @ Irresistible Reads
    May 29, 2011

    Zombies, great characters, kick butt fighting – it sounds awesome. Great review 🙂

  2. Anna
    May 29, 2011

    I have this book sitting in my shelves screaming for me to read it!I should immediatelly grab it since all I hear are good things about it!

  3. Leanna (Daisy Chain Book Reviews)
    May 29, 2011

    I sent this one to Jen who reviews on my blog and she loved it. Glad you enjoyed it too! 🙂

  4. Jenny
    May 29, 2011

    So glad you enjoyed this one too Savy! I loved Deuce and Fade and I thought the world was amazing and actually really believable:) I wish it didn’t end quite so abruptly, but it definitely made me want more which I guess is the point!

  5. Melissa (Books and Things)
    May 29, 2011

    Oh I enjoyed this one too. Granted I didn’t care for the boys as much, but I really loved Duce’s character! I hated the ending, but can’t wait for the next one!

  6. Small Review
    May 30, 2011

    I couldn’t put this down either! It was so compulsively readable. I loved Fade and Deuce. Plus, yep, the zombies were awesome!

  7. Midnyte Reader
    May 30, 2011

    I neeeed to read this! I have not heard anything negative about this book!

  8. Melissa (i swim for oceans)
    May 30, 2011

    I’ve heard both good and bad about this one, but I’m hearing more good than bad, which I guess is awesome. I for sure want to read it now. Fab review!

  9. Larissa {Larissa's Bookish Life}
    Jun 2, 2011

    awesome review Savy!

    I cant wait to read it! =D

  10. Read.Breathe.Relax.
    Jun 16, 2011

    I really love dystopians too! I’m excited to read this- although I’m a little nervous! After Divergent, I’m not sure any dytopian can live up to that book!

    Thanks for sharing!!