Review of Anticipation Day

[Bridget Bennett 1]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Anticipation Day" by Jeff Michelson.]

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4 out of 5 stars

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Wow! What a unique idea for a book?!? This was an interesting read from a first-time author named Jeff Michelson. The book, Anticipation Day, is a futuristic novel about a simulation project the government has instituted for the American public. Once guidelines are met, citizens can take a day, week, month, or year simulation to escape their everyday lives. The government hopes this will boost morale, lessen crime, and diminish cases of mental illness. The story follows a group of friends as they experience their simulations and then return to their regular lives.

I really enjoyed reading about how this simulation process worked and the simulations the characters chose to go through. Each character was well developed and had their own unique circumstances that they were trying to work through. I liked how the simulation process helped the majority of them work through their personal problems. This book made me think of what I would pick and how it would help me face my own issues.

I rate Anticipation Day by Jeff Michelson a four out of five stars since I really enjoyed the storyline of this book. I took one star off for the typos that I found in the book. There were a few of them but I didn't think that it took away from the storyline. There was some profanity and sexual content in the story. If you tend to stay away from those things, I would not recommend this book to you. I do think those who like futuristic stories would enjoy this series.

I look forward to seeing what Mr. Michelson comes up with for his next novel. He has a very imaginative knack for writing stories. I have seen other reviews mentioning this book would be a cool concept for a television series or movie and I absolutely agree!

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[Hills Christopher Albert]

Thanks for the detailed review! The concept of Anticipation Day sounds so original—it really makes you think about what kind of simulation you'd choose for yourself. I’m definitely intrigued by how it mixes personal growth with a futuristic setting. I’ll keep the typos in mind, but it still sounds like a great read!

[Yasmine ZM]

It's like experimenting a situation, by simulation, before taking the decision to do it, or to live it. I am not sure how this will help prevent mental illnesses. I am curious at how these simulations are done? And what are the real consequences for all those who participated. I guess I will have to read the book to find out. Thank you for your review.

[Regine Marie Paela]

How i wish this will help to prevent illness . And what kind of stimulation you'd choose for yourself?
and i need to read the book to find out. .Thank You for your review

[NetMassimo]

I read the novel, and I was fascinated by the protagonists' thoughts and reflections while they were experiencing the simulations. The ending is a cliffhanger, and I'm really curious to read a sequel to see the consequences of the events of this novel. Thank you for your great review!