Author: Debra Driza
Series: Book One in the MILA 2.0 Series
Published By: Katherine Teagan Books (March 12, 2013)
Source: ARC Copy Provided by the Publisher (in exchange for an honest review)
Genre: YA Sci-Fi Action/Thriller
My Rating: 3.5 to 4 Stars!
Book Description:
Mila 2.0 is the first book in an electrifying sci-fi thriller series about a teenage girl who discovers that she is an experiment in artificial intelligence. Mila was never meant to learn the truth about her identity. She was a girl living with her mother in a small Minnesota town. She was supposed to forget her past —that she was built in a secret computer science lab and programmed to do things real people would never do. Now she has no choice but to run—from the dangerous operatives who want her terminated because she knows too much and from a mysterious group that wants to capture her alive and unlock her advanced technology. However, what Mila’s becoming is beyond anyone’s imagination, including her own, and it just might save her life. Mila 2.0 is Debra Driza’s bold debut and the first book in a Bourne Identity–style trilogy that combines heart-pounding action with a riveting exploration of what it really means to be human. Fans of I Am Number Four will love Mila for who she is and what she longs to be—and a cliffhanger ending will leave them breathlessly awaiting the sequel.
My Thoughts and Review:
I was so ready for something
adventurous and fun and just completely different from what I have
been reading lately that by the time I started this one, it was a
relief to find all of that in MILA 2.0.
I have heard this one compared to the
Bourne Legacy and I have to admit, it has a lot of the same
attributes. Action, adventure, intrigue, mystery, a little romance
and of course the never ending, good versus evil.
This really was an action packed ride
full of so much going on that it was a pretty exciting read but
without being overwhelming.
I will say that I am glad that I read
the prequel before starting this one though because the prequel
hinted at so much that I just know will be revealed later on in the
series. You just know that Mila is so much more than an android. She
is passionate and loyal and so very brave. She really is so much more
than the killing machine that they intended for her to be. She has
evolved and I don't see that changing any time soon. She really is a
girl and all that that comes with being one.
I liked Hunter and Lucas and I really
hope that we not only get more Hunter, which, after the ending I know
we will but more of Lucas as well. I couldn't help but not like him
and want him to be a big part of this series too. You just know that
there is so much more involved here than what has been revealed and
foreshadowed already. You know Mila is in for possibly an even bigger
adventure than the one she has already been on and I am so looking
forward to taking that journey with her.
And while I never did have a connection with the characters like I was really hoping I would, Driza really has created something
completely unique and fun with Mila. I think if you want something that is completely action packed then this will be the read for you.
This sounds fascinating on a lot of levels, but the disconnect to the characters kind of scares me.
ReplyDeleteI just started this last night and I can't wait to get off work today and read more now. I am glad I read the prequel two. It makes me wonder about Mila, but I guess I will find out more as I get further into the book. Wonderful review!!!!!
ReplyDeleteMy review won't be posted until next week, but I finished Mila months ago and unfortunately, I didn't like it nearly as much as you did. While I admit it's action packed and at times thrilling, the characters were a disappointment for me.
ReplyDeleteI'm very glad you liked it, though. Great review!
Yeah, I have a feeling this is going to be a very love it or hate it book for a lot of people.
ReplyDeleteInteresting, I like the concept of this series and I picked up the prequel myself that I hope to read before I decide to get this book. Sorry you didn't connect to the character, I don't like when that happens.
ReplyDeleteI have started hearing more about this book and I'm REALLY intrigued. The reviews are good, but no one is saying it blew their mind or anything (that I've seen). I'm glad you enjoyed it!
ReplyDeleteI do need to click with the characters to enjoy a read. I'll think about it.
ReplyDeleteYou pretty much know how I feel about it. I should have my review up later this week, but I might have to reschedule for next week. I still liked Three the most. lol
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone for all the comments!!
ReplyDeleteChristy, yeah, I know and really, I can't blame you. :P
I'm glad you enjoyed Mila so much. I had a less enthusiastic reaction, probably because I built it up so much in my mind. But I did enjoy the Bourne style action. I just didn't really connect with the characters. You're right though, this is a fun read and it certainly serves it's purpose in that regard. Now you have me curious to read the prequel! Great review :-)
ReplyDeleteLove action packed! I also love the exploration of good vs evil and exploring technology. That she was built as a killing machine but she isn't.
ReplyDeleteGreat review! This looks like a fast paced book with some interesting plots. I do prefer to relate to the characters myself but I'll probably check this one out soon. Thanks!
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