This was a good opener to a new series. I liked all the different characters dynamics. And I liked that each characters had their own chapters. I liked the dark academia atmosphere and the cleverly written plot. It did seem a little pretentious at times but that’s the world we were in. The pacing was good, it managed to hold my attention even when there wasn’t much going on through the middle. The ending definitely made up for it though. I’m intrigued to see where the series goes and I cannot wait to pick up The Atlas Paradox.

I absolutely loved this book! The premise immediately hooked my interest and it was filled with twisty characters and such intense plot!

I ended up DNF'ing this book it really wasn't for me. The execution of the story was quite boring and didn't keep me engaged and it felt awfully clumsy. I rarely stop reading books for any reason and prefer to plough my way though but I read to 70% and just couldn't continue as I felt myself going into a reading slump. I know this book is an extremely popular title but in the case I just can't see the appeal and have come to terms with the fact that it's just not the right fit for me

Wow!! What a bunch of characters! I really loved reading them interact with such development. I really really enjoyed the plot and can’t wait to read the next instalment

After multiple attempts, I couldn't get past the half way point with this book. I do understand why it's been such a popular book as in theory it has so many things in it to grab an audience, and especially an audience which is of the BookTok era.

Not one for me, however.

Absolutely loved this. A dark academia/fantasy that doesn't compromise character building. Loved/hated all of these characters!

Amazing Tik Tok sensation did not let me down! Characters and story were well written and brought you in straight away, waiting for more!

I really enjoyed this book, especially as the storyline was pretty original and like nothing I have read before. I am now hooked and can't wait to ready the next part of this saga. The storyline kept me guessing and I'm intrigued to see how it is expanded upon in future books

The Atlas Six is one of those books that is so hyped but it is definitely worth it! I really like when a cast of characters all have different abilities, especially magical, because it makes the plot so interesting. I found the pacing and structure a little off, so it's not perfect, but it's definitely an addicting story and made me want to pick up the second book right away. Libby and Parisa are definitely my favourites because I love complex female characters! I'll be interested to see how the tension transfers in the rest of the series. I like the magical dark academia vibes and I really flew through it.

I fell for the TikTok campaign with this one - it was everywhere and I was so looking forward to reading. however, a book with no substance and characters/plot that was just meh

I got about 200 pages into this back in May and then put it down thanks to a reading slump. However I was not going to end 2022 without finishing this and I'm so glad I finally picked it back up. The book was not the reason for the slump - every time I pick it up I'm hooked into it and I can't wait to get the second book and read that!

I really enjoyed the idea of this book with the Alexandrian Society and seeing how each member is chosen to join. Throughout I continued to enjoy the book until the author decided to include the cheating trope which was not at all necessary to further the plot. I came close to dnfing the book for that reason alone, the only reason I didn’t was because I was quite a way through, but will definitely not be continuing the series

DNF.

I really did not enjoy reading this book and had to put it down. While the premise of the story really interested me I could not get passed the writing style which I found to be pretentious and not in a fun way

This book has been absolutely everywhere and frankly I’ve been intrigued to see if it lived up to the hype. I think i went into it with too high expectations because although it was good, it was mediocre for me. I found the characters quite flat, some were completely forgotten or pushed to the side. The whole mystery of what happens to the 6th person wasn’t interesting to me as I could tell what would happen (they kill the 6th etc). I was however very interested by the ending and having Ezra come into it. So i will be reading the sequel, but I’m not sure if I’ll reread this again.
Thank you for the eARC! I ended up buying a physical copy anyway.

An interesting take on a magical school, 6 are chosen and only 5 will be initiated. Whilst I found the concept interesting, I didn’t feel that the book met its full potential and I can’t put my finger on what it was. The plot seemed to take forever to really start and, by the time it did, I didn’t really feel anything for any of the characters - most of the males were arrogant and self-obsessed and the women were just annoying.

This is clearly part of a series, however, I don’t feel invested enough to bother with the sequel. Mind you, this was still an okay read, edging more to a 3 star (good solid read) rather than a completely disappointing 2 star.

I feel that if the book really grips you, then your socks could be blown off by this series, but it just wasn’t for me.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I didn’t see any of the hype around this book, but it sounded intriguing so I went for it. A little tough to get into the flow of, but certainly interesting and captivating enough to warrant some interest in the next book.

I wasn't sure if I'd like this one, but I really wanted to. Unfortunately, while at time I found myself engaged and wanting to keep reading, I also found it pretentious and at times just didn't care for it at all. I actually forgot I'd picked this up and with so many characters, I couldn't even confidently name one. It's just not stuck with me but I'm sure this book will appeal to many

It took me a long time to get into this book. It was the kind of book that at times, felt like it was perhaps a little bit too intelligent for me. That is the best way I can describe it. I found the story to be very interesting for the most part and I have not read anything similar before so I really liked that. I didn't fall in love with any of the characters so that would be the big thing that let the book down for me. I love to feel a real connection with the characters and this book for me, was a lot more about the story but even that was difficult to get into because a lot of it didn't make sense to me at first. By the time I had slugged my way through to the end of this one, I was feeling a lot better about it. I did listen to the audio version of this for the most part which could be why I didn't feel the connection I wanted to feel. I would like to re-read this at some point before I read the sequel and see if my feelings can be changed.

I'm disappointed with this one, I was expecting to love it due to the hype but I just felt confused throughout. But I might have tried to read this too quickly, so I don't entirely blame the book. I've since read The Atlas Paradox and enjoyed it so I definitely think I'll give this one another try one day.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the ARC to review. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I loved the storytelling, narrative voice, and the worldbuilding was so lush. Easily one of my favourite books of this year.