Bloom by Kenneth Oppel

Bloom (The Overthrow, #1)

by Kenneth Oppel

"The perfect book right now for young readers searching for hope, strength, inspiration — and just a little horticultural havoc."—New York Times
 
The first book in a can't-put-it-down, can't-read-it-fast-enough action-thriller trilogy that's part Hatchet, part Alien!

The invasion begins--but not as you'd expect. It begins with rain. Rain that carries seeds. Seeds that sprout--overnight, everywhere. These new plants take over crop fields, twine up houses, and burrow below streets. They bloom--and release toxic pollens. They bloom--and form Venus flytrap-like pods that swallow animals and people. They bloom--everywhere, unstoppable.

Or are they? Three kids on a remote...Read more

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3.5 Stars!

A really cool sci-fi thriller, with a bit of horror thrown in. Definitely a good start to a series, especially with that unexpected ending!

Hopefully, a full review to come soon.

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  • 3 March, 2020: Finished reading
  • 3 March, 2020: Reviewed