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Expelled from high school months shy of graduation—her acceptance to Columbia revoked due to vigilante justice gone awry—Kassandra Black is sent to work in her great-uncle Brian’s lab at Henley University. She’s helping with his HEAR (Henley Engineering Anomalies Research) program, and hopefully getting him to put in a good word for her to attend Henley instead. She’s got to go somewhere, after all.
But as she gets to know the other HEAR students, it becomes clear that she overlooked the “Anomalies” part of their acronym—these kids are here to help Brian run experiments that gauge ESP capacity. They’ve each been selected and recruited, including, to her astonishment, Kass herself. But ESP? She doesn’t buy any of it. And even if it were real, she definitely isn’t psychic.
Yet with each new test, she finds herself more frightened. Kass really can communicate telepathically; she can even glimpse the future. When one of her fellow HEAR students is murdered, Kass must try to forget everything she knows about herself and her family and learn to trust those who share her remarkable gift.
But as she gets to know the other HEAR students, it becomes clear that she overlooked the “Anomalies” part of their acronym—these kids are here to help Brian run experiments that gauge ESP capacity. They’ve each been selected and recruited, including, to her astonishment, Kass herself. But ESP? She doesn’t buy any of it. And even if it were real, she definitely isn’t psychic.
Yet with each new test, she finds herself more frightened. Kass really can communicate telepathically; she can even glimpse the future. When one of her fellow HEAR students is murdered, Kass must try to forget everything she knows about herself and her family and learn to trust those who share her remarkable gift.
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First published December 29, 2015
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Robin Epstein
31 books30 followersRobin Epstein is a writer, runner, professor and astronaut* (*in her own mind). Beginning her career as a comic and television writer. Her last young adult novel, God Is In the Pancakes, was an official selection of the 2012 New York State Reading Association (NYSRA) Charlotte Award Master List. She's written for the New York Times, Marie Claire, Glamour, as well as other publications. A contributor to This American Life on NPR, she also writes video games and books for TV shows on the Disney Channel. Robin attended Princeton University, got her MFA from Columbia University, and teaches at NYU. She currently lives in New York with her fetching pit bull Bandit.
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June 13, 2019As a kid, I LOVED books and movies about kids with ESP. Escape to Witch Mountain? I was obsessed with that movie, so I had high hopes for this book about a girl who is accepted into a summer program and learns that it's because she and the other kids in the program all have ESP.
Unfortunately, this one wasn't for me. My main problem with this book was that, despite a pretty interesting premise, the story I got wasn't gripping or suspenseful. Goodreads says it's 272 pages but it felt much longer. The plot relies heavily on things the reader never gets to see -- things that happen in the past, or inside people's minds, or that the main characters aren't present for -- and that sucked the tension right out of the story for me. Nothing exciting happened until the very, very end.
The book involves a lot of explanation and backstory, leaving little time for characterization. (I was most interested in the main character when she remembers the whole "vigilante justice gone awry" mentioned in the synopsis, which to me was considerably more interesting than what she's doing in the present story...)
The ending was open-ish, suggesting that the possibility of more books. Not sure if that's the case or not. But given my excitement over a YA ESP book, I'm sad to say that this just isn't the book -- or potential series -- for me.
If you want a more exciting book about a Scooby gang with special powers and ties to the government, I'd recommend The Naturals series by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.
Thanks to the publisher for giving this away at BEA!
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Unfortunately, this one wasn't for me. My main problem with this book was that, despite a pretty interesting premise, the story I got wasn't gripping or suspenseful. Goodreads says it's 272 pages but it felt much longer. The plot relies heavily on things the reader never gets to see -- things that happen in the past, or inside people's minds, or that the main characters aren't present for -- and that sucked the tension right out of the story for me. Nothing exciting happened until the very, very end.
The book involves a lot of explanation and backstory, leaving little time for characterization. (I was most interested in the main character when she remembers the whole "vigilante justice gone awry" mentioned in the synopsis, which to me was considerably more interesting than what she's doing in the present story...)
The ending was open-ish, suggesting that the possibility of more books. Not sure if that's the case or not. But given my excitement over a YA ESP book, I'm sad to say that this just isn't the book -- or potential series -- for me.
If you want a more exciting book about a Scooby gang with special powers and ties to the government, I'd recommend The Naturals series by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.
Thanks to the publisher for giving this away at BEA!
Read more of my reviews on YA Romantics or follow me on Bloglovin
December 21, 2015
First, thanks to Edelweiss and Soho Teen for allowing me to read an e-galley of this title. I feel like I haven't read a ton of books on ESP lately, it's been more about magical types of creatures, or fantasy worlds when the people could read minds. So this was kind of a nice breath of fresh air. I used to read a lot of stories like this when I was a teenager, one of my favorite series being the Psi Patrol trilogy. I really liked where the story went, some of the twists were surprises, and I was left wanting more. So here's hoping there will be at least a sequel to HEAR, if not more.
You can read my full review at Lisa Loves Literature
You can read my full review at Lisa Loves Literature
July 17, 2016
I received this ARC from Edelweiss in exchange for my honest review.
I guess I will be another black sheep on this one because I just do not get it. This book was so BORING!! God, I was yawning through most of it. So the premise talks about one of her friends being murdered. Do you want to know when that happens? Sometime around the 70% mark. Ahhhh!! So what happened up until that point? Not a damn thing, that's what. Kass spent most of the book complaining that no one had ever told her she had ESP. I guess she was angry at her dad because he never told her about her "abilities?" Okay, get over it. It isn't that big of a deal. And she (and the other HEAR members) were inventing mysteries that were just not there. There was this whole investigation into Kass's uncle's past and whether he was trying to control people or not. She started snooping around her uncle's bedroom and picking locks. But I had NO IDEA what she was looking for or what she was hoping to find. I was so confused that I thought about reading some earlier passages to see if I missed anything. Then I realized how boring everything was and it just wasn't worth it. And do you know where that "mystery" about her uncle went? NOWHERE. Yeah, that was pretty much dropped for the mystery of their friend's murder. And since that didn't happen until the 70% mark or so, I just didn't care. I was ready to just finish the book and be done with it. But I still have no idea why her uncle's past in the CIA or what he was trying to do now was so important. And there was some piece that indicated her Uncle Brian was doing some kind of experiment with people in love or something. But nothing ever came out of that either. Then the ending of the book . . . god, it wasn't even worth sticking around for. I don't know if the author was determine to make the ending as unpredictable as possible or what, but the ending (and the resolution to her friend's murder) came out of nowhere. And when I say nowhere, I mean it. But it was the kind of twist that made NO SENSE, especially because the reason behind the murder had NOTHING to do with any of the other "mysteries" that Kass was investigating. There was also some romance, which was only okay and a little bit like insta-love. The ending was weird. There was a confrontation with her father that came out of nowhere, especially since he had not even been around for the entire book. Then there was other information that came out of nowhere too. I think the author was just trying to leave it open for a sequel. The ending was open so a sequel may be happening. I will not be reading it though.
I guess I will be another black sheep on this one because I just do not get it. This book was so BORING!! God, I was yawning through most of it. So the premise talks about one of her friends being murdered. Do you want to know when that happens? Sometime around the 70% mark. Ahhhh!! So what happened up until that point? Not a damn thing, that's what. Kass spent most of the book complaining that no one had ever told her she had ESP. I guess she was angry at her dad because he never told her about her "abilities?" Okay, get over it. It isn't that big of a deal. And she (and the other HEAR members) were inventing mysteries that were just not there. There was this whole investigation into Kass's uncle's past and whether he was trying to control people or not. She started snooping around her uncle's bedroom and picking locks. But I had NO IDEA what she was looking for or what she was hoping to find. I was so confused that I thought about reading some earlier passages to see if I missed anything. Then I realized how boring everything was and it just wasn't worth it. And do you know where that "mystery" about her uncle went? NOWHERE. Yeah, that was pretty much dropped for the mystery of their friend's murder. And since that didn't happen until the 70% mark or so, I just didn't care. I was ready to just finish the book and be done with it. But I still have no idea why her uncle's past in the CIA or what he was trying to do now was so important. And there was some piece that indicated her Uncle Brian was doing some kind of experiment with people in love or something. But nothing ever came out of that either. Then the ending of the book . . . god, it wasn't even worth sticking around for. I don't know if the author was determine to make the ending as unpredictable as possible or what, but the ending (and the resolution to her friend's murder) came out of nowhere. And when I say nowhere, I mean it. But it was the kind of twist that made NO SENSE, especially because the reason behind the murder had NOTHING to do with any of the other "mysteries" that Kass was investigating. There was also some romance, which was only okay and a little bit like insta-love. The ending was weird. There was a confrontation with her father that came out of nowhere, especially since he had not even been around for the entire book. Then there was other information that came out of nowhere too. I think the author was just trying to leave it open for a sequel. The ending was open so a sequel may be happening. I will not be reading it though.
May 3, 2016
So this book here. I got it on a whim from the library, and hence regretted it cause I expected it to be one of those classic teenage books that are so popular nowadays. It was and it was not. For one thing, I actually enjoyed reading it and felt COMPELLED to continue reading it, unlike most other science fiction teen books. The characters were also not full cliches. They were cliche-ish, but not really. The romance wasn't hateful also. The perfect recipe for a good book. So what is there not to like? It's lacking that secret ingredient. Whatever it is about it, once I put this book down, that's it. It's forgettable and unmomentous. I'm sure that when I look back on this book, I will remember nothing of it. It was a bit bland too, and the setting could have been fleshed out better. But it was fun and easy to read right? So I guess it's like fluff- except without the flavor. At least when I read fluffy shallow teen girl type books, they're fun and cute and fluffy even while lacking substance. But this, I finish it, and that's that. No gain except another book to count towards my goodreads goal.
I don't recommend.
I don't recommend.
February 4, 2016
I wanted to give
a higher rating than 3 stars because it's the first fiction book I've finished in a while. I actually really liked it at first, maybe for the first half. Then, it kind of fell apart, for me.
I am averse to reading stories with terroristic/CIA elements when I didn't know, when I started reading it, that those would be included (no spoilers, I promise). I had thought, from the blurb, testimonials and cover as well as the introductory author's note and prologue, that H.E.A.R. was about pre-college and college students who are involved in being trained in their ESP skills in a lab similar to those at Princeton, Stanford, and elsewhere, IRL.
H.E.A.R. kind of was, but it kind of wasn't about that. I wish it had been more about that, as promised.
Furthermore, while the descriptions of the experiences of the main character, Kass (Kassandra), were done well, they were the central perspective of the book. This greatly limited the range of experiences that could be presented fully. That unfortunate narrative choice resulted in the author's relying heavily on many stereotypes, truncated and incomplete visuals and superficial exchanges to try to bring in the other characters' backgrounds, inner worlds and current statuses as the plot unfolded. Her mother didn't figure in at all; her father was nothing but a cardboard cut-out, as were many other characters, even one central to the plot (Mr. Figg). The other teens in the H.E.A.R. group had one or two "notes" to play and that was about it.
So, problems with characterization, big time. Losing one star.
I am deducting one star because the author, Robin Epstein, broke her plot promise to the readers: BIG NO-NO!
I am deducting another star because, after the first half, it got very strange and then the ending/Epilogue were bizarre (no spoilers, so I can't say more).
Dear Ms. Epstein: please write the book you intended to write and throw the second half of this one away?
Many will be dissatisfied with this book, as I was.
a higher rating than 3 stars because it's the first fiction book I've finished in a while. I actually really liked it at first, maybe for the first half. Then, it kind of fell apart, for me.I am averse to reading stories with terroristic/CIA elements when I didn't know, when I started reading it, that those would be included (no spoilers, I promise). I had thought, from the blurb, testimonials and cover as well as the introductory author's note and prologue, that H.E.A.R. was about pre-college and college students who are involved in being trained in their ESP skills in a lab similar to those at Princeton, Stanford, and elsewhere, IRL.
H.E.A.R. kind of was, but it kind of wasn't about that. I wish it had been more about that, as promised.
Furthermore, while the descriptions of the experiences of the main character, Kass (Kassandra), were done well, they were the central perspective of the book. This greatly limited the range of experiences that could be presented fully. That unfortunate narrative choice resulted in the author's relying heavily on many stereotypes, truncated and incomplete visuals and superficial exchanges to try to bring in the other characters' backgrounds, inner worlds and current statuses as the plot unfolded. Her mother didn't figure in at all; her father was nothing but a cardboard cut-out, as were many other characters, even one central to the plot (Mr. Figg). The other teens in the H.E.A.R. group had one or two "notes" to play and that was about it.
So, problems with characterization, big time. Losing one star.
I am deducting one star because the author, Robin Epstein, broke her plot promise to the readers: BIG NO-NO!
I am deducting another star because, after the first half, it got very strange and then the ending/Epilogue were bizarre (no spoilers, so I can't say more).
Dear Ms. Epstein: please write the book you intended to write and throw the second half of this one away?
Many will be dissatisfied with this book, as I was.
January 17, 2016
I wasn't sure what to expect when I picked up HEAR but was intrigued by the plotline; I found that I was immediately drawn into the setting. Kass doesn't know that she has ESP at the start of the book; she does know that spending the summer as a research subject of her uncle at Henley University is necessary after getting kicked out of high school. As she starts to unlock her own powers of ESP, she also has to navigate the tricky social terrain of her sometimes prickly fellow students. Epstein weaves a Princeton-like setting with a mystery that goes deep into using ESP and a long-ago drama involving her uncle and the CIA to keep this novel moving at rapid speed. If you're a fan of Ally Carter's Gallagher Girls series, HEAR is a wonderful complement, where the threat to Kass and her friends is just as dire. With hints of romance along with family drama and some science thrown in, this is a novel I plan to give to all my favorite smart teenagers (and some adults). For anyone who's ever asked some version of, "If they were really psychic, they'd be able to know exactly what's coming," HEAR complicates that idea along with the very concept of ESP in a way that's both believable and disturbing when it's used for evil purposes. What I especially liked is that the teens, while in the dark for much of the book about exactly what's going on, are the ones who ultimately outsmart the adults around them. I raced through HEAR and certainly would love to read a sequel.
January 24, 2016
Uh. This was alright, I guess? I mean, it was entertaining, and it had moments of semi-brilliance, but overall it wasn't anything special. A lot of things were just glossed over, or moved past with rapidity just to (in my opinion) keep up the tempo of the story, to it's overall detriment. I think it could have been a little longer, and a little slower and have had a little more depth, and it would have been all to the good. I probably wouldn't read a sequel to this.
January 5, 2016
Interesting premise, but lacked in execution and world building.
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February 11, 2018Predictions show that readers who enjoy a good mystery with psychic ability tossed into the mix will like this well-written teen novel. Kass is devastated when her dreams of attending Columbia University die, as a result of being expelled from her high school and grateful when her uncle offers her a chance to attend Henley University instead. Such a generous offer comes with a price, of course, as Kass learns that the college may have connections with a super secret project to enhance students' ESP powers. Well done!-- Louisa A.
February 24, 2016
HEAR was one of the most fascinating books that I’ve read in quite a while. If you enjoy mysteries with twists that appear nonstop, and are completely unexpected, this is the book for you. And, not only was it interesting, but Robin Epstein, the author, did lots of research on the topic in order to make it as accurate as possible. This book honestly blew my mind- in a good way.
Imagine being the perfect student, getting into Columbia, and then- one day- you do something in order to extract revenge on someone bad and you get caught. Fast forward to getting your college acceptance letter revoked, and having nowhere to go. What would you do? Kassandra was in this predicament, and she ended up being shipped to her uncle’s research lab for the summer. Little did she know that rather than assisting him with the research, she would be part of the research...And not just any research- ESP research.
I don’t quite know how to put my feelings about this book into words because it was just amazing. Robin Epstein wrote a story that I truly never expected to LOVE, yet I did. The characters were all very different, and relatable. The plot- oh my gosh- was incredible. And the best part? Robin Epstein is a MASTER at plot twists. I can’t count how many twists and turns were in HEAR because it would take me forever.
Also, THAT ENDING. Please please please tell me that there’s another book coming out soon, because I NEED to know what happens next! I highly recommend this book and give it 4.75/5stars.This review was originally posted on ReadWriteLove28
February 16, 2016
I really loved this book! I read a lot (I mean, a lot) of sci-fi young adult books, but the whole premise of ESP is something that I feel hasn't really been done before - at least not in this way. But I thought that it was done really well here. The scientific explanations were a little vague but still believable. I wish there would've been more instances of the group practicing their powers and reacting to prompts; the scenes where Brian was training them were some of the most interesting and entertaining imo.
One thing that stood out to me were the pop culture references, like when Kass describes her Smashbox makeup products or when Reddit is referenced, which really made the story come to life (although it did sound a little sponsored at times). I also really enjoyed the romance; there was no love triangle (hallelujah) and the relationship between was realistic for two college-aged kids. It was a little bit of insta-love and a lot of chemistry, and I totally found myself fanning my face at times.
I wish the story and characters would've been fleshed out a little more, because even though I know that it took place over a whole summer it felt like everything happened within 1-2 weeks. So really my only complaint was that it was too short. I really hope this gets picked up for a sequel!
One thing that stood out to me were the pop culture references, like when Kass describes her Smashbox makeup products or when Reddit is referenced, which really made the story come to life (although it did sound a little sponsored at times). I also really enjoyed the romance; there was no love triangle (hallelujah) and the relationship between was realistic for two college-aged kids. It was a little bit of insta-love and a lot of chemistry, and I totally found myself fanning my face at times.
I wish the story and characters would've been fleshed out a little more, because even though I know that it took place over a whole summer it felt like everything happened within 1-2 weeks. So really my only complaint was that it was too short. I really hope this gets picked up for a sequel!
January 12, 2016
I participate in a Mother/Daughter book club and I screened this book as a potential choice. I was initially drawn to the intriguing cover and honestly, I could not put it down! It's a smartly written combination of a classic Lois Duncan novel meets an episode of the show 24. Both of which I love! When I say that it's smartly written, I mean that the author does not dumb down the scientific information for the audience, but somehow manages to make it witty and entertaining at the same time.
The book is engaging, fun and provides a wealth of information and topics to discuss at book club with a group of vibrant and smart 12 year old girls!
The book is engaging, fun and provides a wealth of information and topics to discuss at book club with a group of vibrant and smart 12 year old girls!
January 10, 2016
Despite some minor issues like a couple of almost throwaway characters or personal issues that aren't fully resolved, I did actually love this book. I don't agree with the reviewers who said it was slowly paced. I actually found the opposite to be true and totally gobbled this up. Reeeeally hoping there's a sequel in the works!
Random: anyone else imagine actor Brian Cox as Uncle Brian??
Random: anyone else imagine actor Brian Cox as Uncle Brian??
September 1, 2016
I feel like for a book about ESP, this book was sort of predictable in how it ended. I mean I kinda saw the whole 'betrayal' part coming. I really liked it, I just feel like it was really abrupt, there could have been some more story here, some more detail about some of the characters. It was ok for something free at the library.
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March 15, 2016An obvious series opener. I could feel the author holding back. However, all of the characters charm and alarm in a good way -- though at times the story telling elements robs us a nice long soak with feelings.
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January 31, 2016
I found this novel to be a really fun ride, with an intriguing and original premise. It's refreshing to read a YA heroine who isn't overly plagued with teenage insecurities or self-doubt, and whose confidence comes in knowing the right thing to do and doing it.
July 9, 2015
This book was interesting and informative. The extra information that explained what some of the terminology was done well and did not make me feel stupid for not knowing.
September 12, 2015
Totally loved this book - it's a rare YA thriller that's both credible and modern. The characters are well-formed, and I love a teen book with a kick-ass female narrator. Highly recommend!
January 6, 2016
I really want to give this 4 stars, but it didn't quite make the cut. Looking forward to the next one, though.
February 4, 2016
I totally love it! great mystery, nice character development.
September 24, 2015
ARC copy -- Expected publication: December 29th 2015 by Soho Teen
January 22, 2016
excellent book, great story plot, and refreshingly new and unexpected story line
May 10, 2018
Not for me. Probably aimed at young teens, I wouldn't recommend it to someone that age, just for sheer clumsy writing. There are better books out there. The plot repeatedly focused on good looks, and the confusion the main character was feeling. Perhaps it would take a young teen by surprise, but the narrator seemed to be the Watson to the reader's Sherlock, which is a perplexing and frustrating way of approaching a story, seeing most of the plot twist before our protagonist does.
The concept was interesting at the outset - different forms of ESP in five developing teens. It might be the target audience age gap, but the plot holes and writing had me bored before the end.
The concept was interesting at the outset - different forms of ESP in five developing teens. It might be the target audience age gap, but the plot holes and writing had me bored before the end.
February 10, 2019
I truly liked this book a lot especially that it allows the reader to be engaged in a world filled with intellect and minds that are able to see the future of its fate.
This one is such a delight.
I finished it in four days only as it hooked me.
I was truly left puzzled at the end of this novel as I am 100% sure it must have a continuation.🤩
This one is such a delight.
I finished it in four days only as it hooked me.
I was truly left puzzled at the end of this novel as I am 100% sure it must have a continuation.🤩
March 17, 2021
Interesting story, love the experimental science aspect, the characters were lackluster, enjoyed it when I read it but afterwards feel neutral about it.
November 23, 2021
Cawpile: 6.29
November 29, 2022
There was a lot of elements I really liked. It was just a little predicable for me unfortunately but other than that it was an enjoyable read/listen. I really good narrator.
November 20, 2024
So strange.
January 26, 2016
ESP, which stands for Extra Sensory Perception, but commonly known as the sixth sense. It a since they can predict the future, from a bombing at a mall, natural disasters, and maybe even reading someone else’s mind. In the minds of the military, it is a great idea, as they put millions of dollars into the research of ESP. From the CIA, to local universities, every scientist in the world knows about ESP, but only a few have it, and from those few who do have it, only some know how to use it.
Kass made a mistake, one so big that it got her expelled from high school, a few months shy of graduations, and got her acceptance to Columbia revoked. Making her life go from high to the bottom, all because she wanted to help people. Her father, a billionaire due to guessing the right stocks at the right time, has a plan. He sends her off to his Uncle Brian’s lab at Henley University, where Brian is allowed to accept one student each year, no questions asked, hopping Kass can be that student. There Kass learned that Brian runs an ESP lab, and that her peers from the HEAR group (Henley Engineering Anomalies Research) all have ESP, including Kass herself. From that group there is Mara, Alex, Dan, and Punkaj (pounced punk edge), and throughout the summer Brian is going to experiment on them to increase their ESP. But there is something else, as Kass explores deeper into Brian’s past, she learned more about the kids summer camp she attend at Henley when she was little called Dodona. Kass becomes close to her HEAR peers, and becomes open minded to the whole being psychic world.
Ronin Epstein took an interesting topic about ESP and turned it into a fun little book about a girl who is discovering a different side to life. The downside? It was boring. At times the plot moved so slowly it seemed as if it was going backwards and you were unlearning things you previously knew. Every character you meet seemed to have this long back story you need to know, in which they won’t tell you till later in the book, if at all. The epilogue at the end made no sense, as it leads into a second book, like to make it more cliché the author could have put “To be continued” would have made it easier to swallow. It was a good book, with a sharp twist in the middle as Kass kisses the boy she’s supposed to stay away from, the past come to haunt another, and in the group of five, one dies, and three of them unite. Camp Dodona was not meant for smart kids, or even kids with ESP, it was meant for psychopaths.
Kass made a mistake, one so big that it got her expelled from high school, a few months shy of graduations, and got her acceptance to Columbia revoked. Making her life go from high to the bottom, all because she wanted to help people. Her father, a billionaire due to guessing the right stocks at the right time, has a plan. He sends her off to his Uncle Brian’s lab at Henley University, where Brian is allowed to accept one student each year, no questions asked, hopping Kass can be that student. There Kass learned that Brian runs an ESP lab, and that her peers from the HEAR group (Henley Engineering Anomalies Research) all have ESP, including Kass herself. From that group there is Mara, Alex, Dan, and Punkaj (pounced punk edge), and throughout the summer Brian is going to experiment on them to increase their ESP. But there is something else, as Kass explores deeper into Brian’s past, she learned more about the kids summer camp she attend at Henley when she was little called Dodona. Kass becomes close to her HEAR peers, and becomes open minded to the whole being psychic world.
Ronin Epstein took an interesting topic about ESP and turned it into a fun little book about a girl who is discovering a different side to life. The downside? It was boring. At times the plot moved so slowly it seemed as if it was going backwards and you were unlearning things you previously knew. Every character you meet seemed to have this long back story you need to know, in which they won’t tell you till later in the book, if at all. The epilogue at the end made no sense, as it leads into a second book, like to make it more cliché the author could have put “To be continued” would have made it easier to swallow. It was a good book, with a sharp twist in the middle as Kass kisses the boy she’s supposed to stay away from, the past come to haunt another, and in the group of five, one dies, and three of them unite. Camp Dodona was not meant for smart kids, or even kids with ESP, it was meant for psychopaths.
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