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There is a love story thrown in, and whilst initially it seems a little inappropriate, it's convincing and written well – although thankfully the main aim of this plot is to encourage the development and growth of the lead character. Kali Ling is truly a fascinating character, layered, complex, and a good companion for the reader throughout the book, and her rise is a gripping one to watch. I can't deny that there are some issues I had with this book – some prose is a little clunky, and the ''Hunger Games'' meets ''Ready Player One'' shtick is a high bar that isn't always explore to the full potential it suggests. However, I'm inclined to remember that this is just the first book of a series, and I'm sure the potential of both this world and the character of Kali Ling will be explored more going forward – and I'll definitely be reading.

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