I would love to see even more into the future for everyone
937475
There has to be more! There is so much more story to tell, more voices to be heard. I would love to see even more into the future for everyone. I have loved and hated this series in equal measure. I loved that I could feel such strong emotions from this story and it's characters.
4107737
Definitely can't wait for more!  There are so many possibilities with this story line!  Hope they keep it going!
4214563
Dani & Tommy were so good together, I would have loved to find out what the future holds for them. I'm also curious as to whether Clay & Katie end up together down the road. I know they are still really young, and they have college to contend with, but it would be nice to read about what the future holds for them, as well as all the other children, too.

I have thoroughly enjoyed this whole series. Each and every book was really, really fantastic, so much so that I barreled threw this whole series within a few days. I even got my sister hooked on this series, too. I plan to check out other books written by Tori Scott, she is becoming one of my favorite writer.

I would highly recommend this series to everyone!
1979352
This was great I Loved it I love how they all came through this and are going to make a better world I love the whole story and I can't wait to read more of this book and series ...I hope it's soon.
2616094
I feel in love with this story from the first character. Then I feel in love with the story because we were seeing the creation of something world changing from every aspect. The pace was fast and I found myself wanting, needing to read more. Section by section each character had an original voice. Then the story hits a brick wall. We meet a group of characters that stay with us until the very end. This would be okay except we meet them a third of the way through or in kindle terms around the 35% mark. For a large group everyone seems the same.  If only we kept seeing things from different points of view - more from the Twelve - anything different. This is a must read to a point and then just walk away.
383028
I am so in to this story I only wish i could be part of it.
1928534
Such a great book but I feel like there will be more to the story. I am looking forward to it!
2626082
I was tempted to give it four stars because I wanted there to be a lot more! Would love to see this developed further.
2132067
Can't wait for the next one, hopefully the tv show this fall does it justice, there's a lot of potential for the future
1224883
I couldn't put this book down once I started. I would love to see a sequel of how everyone put the pieces of their shattered lives back together
101457
I really love the rich and expansive world that's been created in The Beam and I've already purchased the 2nd season so I can continue reading on.  The story shows examples of both the good and bad that technology and connectivity can have in peoples lives.  It was very interesting as well as though provoking.

My only issue with the book, very minor issue, was the continued mentioning of our current day technology or media and referring to it as "the old stuff".  If it only happened two or three times in the book it wouldn't bother me but it happened all the time.  I understand how it's an interesting way to get the reader to think about the way the future will look back at our time, I just thought it was over used.

I love the question the book poses:  Just because we can do something does that mean we should?  I'm all for technological advancement but it's a question that's worth thinking about as we become more and more reliant on technology.  (Remember Y2K?)  :)  Overall it's a great read.  Had me staying up late many nights reading and loving it!
586545
Love these characters and this world, hope I get to see them again as soon as possible! Can't wait to see what happens next
1269748
I'm sure that might in for another thrill ride, always wanting more and more and more.  I can't wait for the next sequel!
517743
Across the Universe had me up until all hours; I have not read many sci-fi novels but I was intrigued when I read the synopsis and I must admit, it didn't disappoint; I was anxiously turning the pages and eager to find out what would happen next.

Amy's parents have signed up to be part of the first manned interstellar exploratory mission, they will be cryogenically frozen cargo on the Godspeed for 300 years and will begin the colonization process on the new planet upon arrival; 17 year-old Amy has agreed to go along with them leaving everything she has known and loved behind.

The initial freezing process and what Amy endured whilst frozen would have been horrific but when she was woken 50 years too early you can imagine the panic she must have felt. You could feel the pain and loss at being woken at a different time to her parents, her mind must have been in constant overdrive being in a strange place, feeling like an outcast and freak, treated horribly and having no-one familiar with her at all. It definitely isn't something she signed up for but the strength she showed was admirable.

The first person Amy met was 16 year-old Elder, the second in charge of the Godspeed; he reports to Eldest - a tyrannical and evil leader, but in most aspects Elder doesn't agree with what he has been taught. There are a number of secrets he has to learn and many changes yet to make.

There were a number of twists and turns in the mystery surrounding the Godspeed, the frozen humans were being killed and the murderer still at large; I was able to work out who it was early on in the novel but was curious to find out the reasoning.

Society on the ship was certainly intriguing, the controlled lifestyle and the false stories told to control peace and to prevent the truth being revealed was an interesting aspect, human beings were treated as objects and those that couldn't be controlled were medicated and treated in the hospital mental ward - I am eager to see how things will change under new leadership.

One of my favorite things about this novel was that it was told from both Amy and Elder's POV's which worked well to see the emotions and events occurring through both of their thoughts. I think it gave us more of a connection to both of the main protagonists.

I absolutely adored Harley and was saddened by his story; I loved the fascination he had with the stars and his painting, I wish things could have been different for him.

I enjoyed the world-building in Across the Universe, it was truly fascinating and Ms Revis's writing is wonderful; it draws you in with the vivid details she provides, you get a visual of the characters and of the ship and can just picture them in your mind. I found even the smallest tidbits fascinating.

The only thing I found to be lacking was the romance, to me it seemed one sided from Elder and I thought it was more because Amy was different and he was curious so I am keen to see if it progresses in the sequel.

I am truly hoping for a wonderful, happy ending with this series but I am not sure if there will ever be a landing or a reunion between Amy and her parents but I have my fingers crossed.

The next book in this series is A Million Suns which has a 10th January 2012 release date.
546262
I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Viewer. It was interesting and fun and so imaginative. I was captivated by these characters and am speculating as to where everyone's lives could go from here. Sequel please.
3430314
A very intriguing view into a possible future. It's amazing how often a utopian view towards society ends up turning into a dystopian outcome. Great story fantastic characters who draw you in emotionally and make you part of the story. Lots of futuristic check and a few different social views that we have in today society all rolled into one big fun action-packed story. As with all of Simone ponds books once I start reading them it is hard to put them down until I am finished with them. Can't wait until I get the next book happy reading
667099
I could not put this series down. I would love to read more!!