Review of Catastrophica 2
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Review of Catastrophica 2
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Catastrophica 2" by Trevor Daffyd.]
Catastrophica 2: Interregnum by Trevor Daffyd is a book that explores the question of how good individuals cope with bad situations. The book is set in a world that has been devastated by an asteroid impact in the Southern Ocean, which triggered a massive tsunami that wiped out most of Hobart and other coastal areas around the world. The book follows the lives of four survivors who find each other in the aftermath of the disaster: Paul Vaughan and his son Jared, who escaped the tsunami by fleeing to their fishing shack in the Central Highlands; Annika, a teenage girl who has a special gift that connects her with Jared; Miriam, a recluse who has isolated herself from society for a decade after a tragic accident; and Dougie, a troubled teenager who becomes a threat to the others. The book also deals with the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, which adds another layer of danger and uncertainty to the situation.
The book is a well-written and engaging novel that tackles complex topics such as science, psychology, religion, politics, and love. The characters are realistic and relatable, and the reader can empathize with their struggles and dilemmas. The book also paints a vivid picture of the world that has been changed by the catastrophe, and the reader can feel the sense of loss and despair that the characters experience. The book is also well-edited and free of errors.
However, the book has some flaws that could be improved. One of them is the inconsistent use of point of view, which switches from third person to first person and back again. This can be confusing and distracting for the reader, and it also creates some unnecessary repetition of scenes. Another flaw is the slow pace of the book, especially when the characters discuss political issues. This can make the book boring and tedious at times. Therefore, the book deserves a rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with one star deducted for these shortcomings.
I would recommend the novel to anyone who enjoys reading dystopian fiction or who is interested in how humans cope with natural disasters and pandemics. The novel is suitable for mature readers who can handle the graphic and violent scenes that depict the aftermath of the catastrophe.
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Catastrophica 2: Interregnum by Trevor Daffyd is a book that explores the question of how good individuals cope with bad situations. The book is set in a world that has been devastated by an asteroid impact in the Southern Ocean, which triggered a massive tsunami that wiped out most of Hobart and other coastal areas around the world. The book follows the lives of four survivors who find each other in the aftermath of the disaster: Paul Vaughan and his son Jared, who escaped the tsunami by fleeing to their fishing shack in the Central Highlands; Annika, a teenage girl who has a special gift that connects her with Jared; Miriam, a recluse who has isolated herself from society for a decade after a tragic accident; and Dougie, a troubled teenager who becomes a threat to the others. The book also deals with the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, which adds another layer of danger and uncertainty to the situation.
The book is a well-written and engaging novel that tackles complex topics such as science, psychology, religion, politics, and love. The characters are realistic and relatable, and the reader can empathize with their struggles and dilemmas. The book also paints a vivid picture of the world that has been changed by the catastrophe, and the reader can feel the sense of loss and despair that the characters experience. The book is also well-edited and free of errors.
However, the book has some flaws that could be improved. One of them is the inconsistent use of point of view, which switches from third person to first person and back again. This can be confusing and distracting for the reader, and it also creates some unnecessary repetition of scenes. Another flaw is the slow pace of the book, especially when the characters discuss political issues. This can make the book boring and tedious at times. Therefore, the book deserves a rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with one star deducted for these shortcomings.
I would recommend the novel to anyone who enjoys reading dystopian fiction or who is interested in how humans cope with natural disasters and pandemics. The novel is suitable for mature readers who can handle the graphic and violent scenes that depict the aftermath of the catastrophe.
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