This was a fast-paced story which I cleared in one night! I really enjoyed the plot — the isolated setting, the oppressive society, and of course the mystery of the labyrinth, which was resolved in a creative way that I did not expect, but really liked. I found Zadie, the main character, to be likeable and admirable for her bravery and determination. I also became quite fond of Dex, and I like how we got to find out more about his past. Zadie's sister, Chantry, was also quite a well developed character, and I hope we get to see more of her, if this becomes a series — which I'm assuming it will, given how this book ended.

However, this book had its flaws. For me, the biggest issue was with the writing. I'm not sure exactly how to describe it, but I personally thought that the writing felt slightly choppy and abrupt; I think that, at times, there was too much dialogue, and that the author could have perhaps slowed the pace so that we could fully appreciate the significance of certain movements. The plot was certainly interesting and very intriguing, but I think there also needed to be times where both Zadie and readers could be given time to reflect on what had happened, especially during what should have been emotional moments.

Overall, I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to fellow YA fantasy fans; I honestly wasn't sure whether to give it a 3 or 4 star rating. It was never at any point boring, and I look forward to reading a possible sequel.

The Red Labyrinth was fast paced and adventurous. It is devided into three parts and you can see so much development when you move from one to the next. I was drawn in by the promise of a deadly puzzle and a mysterious occupant of it. The labyrinth and Dex were what interested me the most. The writing and beginning of the book was such a great introduction to the rest of the book that you couldn't help but keep reading because you wanted to know what the deal was.

Zadie, as a Blank in a world full of Skilled, isn't as strong as you'd believe her to be at the start. She has an abusive past that gets slowly but surely revealed through out the book, mostly when she is in the labyrinth, and she still suffers from some type of PTSD of that. Not to mention that in her town she gets mentally put down by the skilled around her. She is in no way a weak character, but because of eveything around her she is stuffed into a box and can't even see herself as something other than her label. While reading the book you may find that it takes you a while to connect to the characters, but it's worth it.

I thought there was going to be a definite ending, but the ending was fast and created such tension that you can't help but be proud of how much Zadie has grown while crying because you want a happy ever after for your characters...or at least some knowledge of the ending.

A review will be posted on my blog (Chezreadz.wordpress.com) about two weeks before the release date.

The Red Labyrinth is a fast paced and adventurous story. I liked it from the start and read it till late in the night, because I needed to know how it would all work out. I didn't know for a long time if this is a Sci-Fi story or Fantasy. As it turns out, it's both and liked the combination of magic and science. Zadie also is a cool character. Her disturbing past didn't stop her at all but she suffers from it in her silent way. I'd totally recommend this book though I had some small issues with it like the repetition of some phrases or facts I've read several times before and I wish it were mentioned somewhere that this book is likely to be the first in a series. Otherwise the ending would be completely unfinished as it ends with a new beginning even though it's not a frustrating cliffhanger. Anyway, I want to know what is going to happen next.

Wow I just finished Meredith Tate's The Red Labyrinth and I have to give it 5 stars. This book was amazing and I couldn't put it down. I was so captavated by Zadie and Dex and their journey through the labyrinth. I couldn't wait to see what awaited this duo at every turn and to see what mysteries the labyrinth had in store for them. I'm not sure if there is going to be a sequel but I sure hope so. I believe there is more story to tell and I can't wait to read it. This book is a must read and will have you flying though to get to the end.

One of the best books I have read in a long time . I was pulled in & didn't want to stop reading . I would buy this book .

I really liked the writing but I couldn’t connect to the story or the characters as much I wanted to.

I was drawn into this wonderful labyrinth and honestly part of me is still there. I LOVED this! I need more!
The book is set in a little town of Trinnea where there are two types of people skilled and blanks and I really loved this idea. The town in run by the Leader who they believe is almost godlike. Where ever there is a god, there is usually a devil and the devil of Trinnea is Dex. Our Main Character is Zadie who is a blank which means she has no skills. I really liked Zadie, she was strong while also being fallible. She is in love with her best friend Landon who has always been there for her and saves her a few times.My favourite character was Dex, I liked him from the beginning. When something bad happens to the town, Zadie decides to go through the Labyrinth to the Leader. The Labyrinth is full of traps. I will admit that I guessed a few times what would happen in the book but I found that is still enjoyed it and I like to guess what will happen. The end, I loved the ending but I was also frustrated that that was it. I need more, I need to know what happens next! I will definitely read this book again and I will buy it when it is released!

Thank you for providing me this book. I will also post a review on my blog (lucysnovelpurpose.wordpress.com) about a week before the release date.