Title: Revived
Author: Cat Patrick
First published May 8, 2012
352 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9780316094627 (ISBN10: 0316094625)
Rating: 3.78
Overview
Cat Patrick’s captivating novel, Revived, delves into the mysterious and dangerous world of “the God Project,” a classified government program that has the power to bring people back to life. Following a traumatic bus accident in her childhood, Daisy Appleby becomes one of the first test subjects of the program, Revive.
Now fifteen years old, Daisy has died and been Revived five times, each death bringing a new identity and a new city. However, when Daisy meets the McKean siblings, Matt and Audrey, her life takes an unexpected turn.
As Daisy begins to form her first real friendships, she realizes the sinister nature of the experiment she is a part of. In a race against time, Daisy must escape the clutches of the government program to live a normal life.
Filled with heart-pumping action and emotional depth, Revived is an unforgettable story about the consequences of playing with life and death.
About the Author
Cat Patrick has authored several books for both middle-grade and young adult readers. Among her works are Tornado Brain, Paper Heart, Forgotten, Revived, The Originals, and Just Like Fate, which she co-wrote with Suzanne Young.
To learn more about Cat and her writing, visit her website at www.catpatrick.com.
Editoral Review
Revived by Cat Patrick is an emotional and thought-provoking journey about a girl who has a second chance at life. The young adult novel was first published on May 8, 2012, and is a dynamic blend of science fiction, mystery, and romance.
The author, Cat Patrick, is known for her unique writing style, character-driven plots, and gripping narratives. The novel follows the story of a sixteen-year-old girl named Daisy.
After dying from a fatal accident, Daisy is revived by a top-secret government agency that specializes in bringing people back to life. However, when she starts attending a new school, Daisy realizes that she is not the same person she used to be.
In fact, she is no longer Daisy at all. Every time she dies, she is reborn as a different person with a different identity, family, and history.
Throughout the novel, Daisy struggles to come to terms with her new life and all the secrets that come with it. With the help of her friend Audrey and her mysterious new love interest, Matthew, Daisy uncovers the truth about her past, the agency that revived her, and the dangers that lurk around every corner.
One of the strengths of this novel is Cat Patrick’s ability to create complex and relatable characters. Daisy is an authentic and relatable protagonist who faces real-world problems despite her supernatural abilities.
The author also creates a vivid setting that immerses the reader in the story. The novel’s themes of friendship, identity, and mortality are explored with sensitivity and intelligence.
Although the book is well-written and engaging, it does have some weaknesses. The pacing of the novel is slow at times, and the plot can be predictable.
However, these flaws do not take away from the overall strength of the novel. Revived is a must-read for fans of young adult fiction, particularly those interested in science fiction and mystery genres.
It will appeal to readers who enjoy complex characters, unpredictable plot twists, and compelling writing. This novel is particularly relevant today, as it explores themes of what it means to be human and the ambiguity of identity.
Overall, I would recommend this book to anyone looking for a well-written, engaging, and thought-provoking read. I would rate this book a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
