tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post1576128734304912842..comments2023-11-02T05:29:07.670-04:00Comments on ♥ Beenazai: ARC Review: 5 to 1 by Holly Bodger ♥Beenahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-15571438613975790932015-05-11T17:35:33.692-04:002015-05-11T17:35:33.692-04:00Yes, the cover is very beautiful. I do wish it was...Yes, the cover is very beautiful. I do wish it was executed more better though.Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-10661440917096359702015-05-11T08:39:26.069-04:002015-05-11T08:39:26.069-04:00Yep, I would be a tad confused if there was no rom...Yep, I would be a tad confused if there was no romance in a book about marriage, but it's a cool twist on YA dystopian! I can see why it was a WOW, such a pretty cover and intriguing summary :)<br /><br />Sarah @ <a href="http://onecurvyblogger.com" rel="nofollow">One Curvy Blogger</a>Nerdy Procrastinatorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04107121403768062081noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-54381745420943541542015-05-10T23:48:44.758-04:002015-05-10T23:48:44.758-04:00I agree, not every dystopian novel needs a romance...I agree, not every dystopian novel needs a romance. I think a rebellion is enough, although I do like where this novel is leading. I wish it was more of a standalone novel. Thank you Chiara ♥ Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-19953232912552052672015-05-10T23:47:16.300-04:002015-05-10T23:47:16.300-04:00I believe it might develop in the sequel, let'...I believe it might develop in the sequel, let's see :)Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-46644670018542879152015-05-10T23:46:49.149-04:002015-05-10T23:46:49.149-04:00Aw, maybe you might like this one though Wattle ♥ ...Aw, maybe you might like this one though Wattle ♥ Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-24455675824150291272015-05-10T23:46:29.431-04:002015-05-10T23:46:29.431-04:00Yaaay thank you Lola<3 That means a lot coming ...Yaaay thank you Lola<3 That means a lot coming from you! :) I didn't mind the romance as well, it's just the minimal plot in dystopian books that bothered me otherwise the concept was wonderful ♥ Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-12612534932353236742015-05-10T23:45:25.085-04:002015-05-10T23:45:25.085-04:00Yes, I thought it might be a standalone itself alt...Yes, I thought it might be a standalone itself although, I do look forward to the sequel. I hope it's better! ♥ Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-43784043990974831322015-05-10T09:31:54.611-04:002015-05-10T09:31:54.611-04:00I actually want to read this one, because of the l...I actually want to read this one, because of the lack of romance lol it sure does sound like an interesting premise and I'm sorry it wasn't what you were expecting, it's always a little disappointing when that happens.<br /><br />- Wattle @ <a href="http://whimsical-nature.net" rel="nofollow">Whimsical Nature</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00604160841896897039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-14260295842919888532015-05-09T18:56:04.439-04:002015-05-09T18:56:04.439-04:00You know, I actually wasn't put off by the lac...You know, I actually wasn't put off by the lack of romance. Normally, I crave for it and for plenty of couples to be present, but this was such a meaningful and theme-filled book that I did not mind it. Wonderful review and that layout, woooow xoxoLolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00239617000942734999noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-77871556044990133802015-05-09T06:44:38.820-04:002015-05-09T06:44:38.820-04:00I was thinking about reading it until you said the...I was thinking about reading it until you said there's a sequel. I thought it might be a good standalone, but I don't know that I'm intrigued by the concept enough to sign up for a series. The cover is gorgeous though!Vlorahttp://www.reviewsandcake.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-73861291892780293032015-05-08T02:40:53.251-04:002015-05-08T02:40:53.251-04:00I like that this is written from two perspectives,...I like that this is written from two perspectives, but I got to have romance!! lol<br /><br />Naomi @ <a href="http://nomisparanormalpalace.blogspot.com.au" rel="nofollow"> Naomi’s Reading Palace </a>Naomi Hophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16049789815791387123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-37726601519566007202015-05-07T00:52:21.497-04:002015-05-07T00:52:21.497-04:00It's a shame that the execution of this book w...It's a shame that the execution of this book wasn't so great for you, Benish. Especially since the premise is so awesome and unique! I love reading about dystopians where everything isn't just terrible and rundown etc, but also completely DIFFERENT to what is experienced in the current day. I'm actually quite interested in reading this one, because I don't think every dystopian NEEDS a romance. All too often I think that the romance detracts from the story, which should be the focus, in my opinion. <br /><br />Thanks for posting this review! I hadn't heard of this book before. :)Chiara @ Books for a Delicate Eternityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04181153932836441611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-31687453646916049042015-05-06T18:31:08.874-04:002015-05-06T18:31:08.874-04:00It's still a good read Val ♥It's still a good read Val ♥Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-65882346782055843632015-05-06T11:09:34.118-04:002015-05-06T11:09:34.118-04:00Oh sorry to hear that it didn't turn out as go...Oh sorry to hear that it didn't turn out as good as you expected it! I still do want to read this on my own, but I might have to bump it down on my TBR haha :) BUT STILL. I really like the whole role reversal theme.Valeriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03450385804261334137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-78113834391683538402015-05-05T23:41:09.753-04:002015-05-05T23:41:09.753-04:00It is worth a try though, the concept is very fres...It is worth a try though, the concept is very fresh & unique. It wasn't that bad though, although, I expected something different.Thank you for your thoughts Zoe ♥Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-39065348332387114652015-05-05T23:38:24.376-04:002015-05-05T23:38:24.376-04:00Thank you :)Thank you :)Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-88962527621905876592015-05-05T23:38:09.956-04:002015-05-05T23:38:09.956-04:00Yes, this doesn't have a romance aspect to it,...Yes, this doesn't have a romance aspect to it, although I did not mind that much. I agree, the novel doesn't go more into detail about how a group of women formed the city though out of all of India. Thank you Lola <3Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-39667014359603249452015-05-05T23:24:20.441-04:002015-05-05T23:24:20.441-04:00Lovely review Benish! The cover of this book is go...Lovely review Benish! The cover of this book is gorgeous though, I do like the points you have made. The no romance aspect doesn't sound too bad, but I do want to give this novel a try.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-41066107031569444772015-05-05T23:23:17.809-04:002015-05-05T23:23:17.809-04:00I agree, the approach is refreshing and actually r...I agree, the approach is refreshing and actually realistic. There isn't any romance though, but I do believe it might come in the sequel.Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-32968028297610367272015-05-05T23:22:25.889-04:002015-05-05T23:22:25.889-04:00Thank you Magen ♥ The reversal roles was a pretty ...Thank you Magen ♥ The reversal roles was a pretty unique aspect in cross cultural books.Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-14862685150220930812015-05-05T23:21:05.728-04:002015-05-05T23:21:05.728-04:00I believe there is a sequel :) & I agree the ...I believe there is a sequel :) & I agree the open ending does work, although the dystopian government is still around. Thank you Nick ♥Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-66189979360608316092015-05-05T23:20:05.776-04:002015-05-05T23:20:05.776-04:00Aaah yes many reviews are pretty positive for this...Aaah yes many reviews are pretty positive for this novel, I'm probably just the minority here. It is more character driven though which is great.Beenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17718861012681693010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-7364651641589850422015-05-05T19:01:12.144-04:002015-05-05T19:01:12.144-04:00Sorry it didn't quite live up to your expectat...Sorry it didn't quite live up to your expectations Benish. :| I know how much that stinks - especially if it's a book you're so eagerly anticipating. But I really do like the sound of this one. It's one of those dystopians that actually sounds plausible and that might actually happen in the future; and it's almost eerie to think about. Love the sound of the character development and the lack of romance as well. Thanks for sharing and, as always, fabulous review! ♥Zoe N.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08980248647201093593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-27371603803235486522015-05-05T18:10:27.724-04:002015-05-05T18:10:27.724-04:00The cover looks nice and original and the concept ...The cover looks nice and original and the concept also sounds interesting, although it sounds a bit unbelievable how it all takes place in one city. And from the blurb i would've expected it to be a romance novel, so I was surprised when you mentioend there is no romance, but it is told from a male and female pov. It's sad there was so little world building, that's one of the things I want dystopia's to focus on. It sounds like a good idea that doesn't reach it's full potential. Great review!Lolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14284689418552571180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3433746510084776903.post-28764649366725603712015-05-05T14:48:06.417-04:002015-05-05T14:48:06.417-04:00Weird that there is no romance..it almost screams ...Weird that there is no romance..it almost screams arrangement trope and you kind of expect the two to fall for each other. Having friends from India who had an arranged marriage planned when he was 5 and she was an infant have always made me curious. I like this approach for a dystopian..it's fresh. Too bad it didn't reach its full potential. Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15658833731713991138noreply@blogger.com