Ringer by Lauren Oliver

Ringer (Replica, #2)

by Lauren Oliver

In a book that invites readers to start at either end or alternate between perspectives, Lyra and Caelum struggle in the world outside of the Haven Institute, while Gemma and her boyfriend Pete try to stop her father's plans for the replicas, but are mistaken for escapees and brought to a secret facility.

Reviewed by Sam@WLABB on

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Rating: 3.5 Stars

This review originally appeared on We Live and Breathe Books

•Pro: Action packed
•Pro: We learn all the whys and whats regarding Haven
•Con: There was a little bit of politics thrown in, and I am so over everything being politicized
•Pro: The exploration of what defines our humanity was very interesting
•Pro: I was really interested in the bioethical discussions that took place
•Pro: I was pleasantly surprised by some of the characters
•Pro: Oliver gave Gemma and Lyra the love they were seeking, both familial and romantic
•Con: Not sure this needed to be a series.
•Pro: The format was used quite well, as there were a few great reveals. (I read Gemma first)
•Pro: Both Lyra and Gemma get satisfying endings

Overall: An enjoyable and action packed journey of self discovery. I appreciated many of the themes explored - love, family, humanity, but not sure we actually needed a second book.


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