I absolutely loved Evolve. From the first few pages, the concept of genetically engineered children immediately pulled me in. The story blends science fiction with suspense in a way that feels both exciting and unsettling, and I found myself completely invested in what would happen next.

The characters were compelling, especially as they struggled with who they were versus what they were created to be. I really enjoyed how the book explored identity, control, and the consequences of science pushed too far. The tension kept building, and I was hooked the entire time.

Overall, this was a thrilling and thought-provoking read that I couldn’t put down. If you enjoy sci-fi with dark themes and strong emotional stakes, this one is definitely worth picking up.

I don't know what to say about this book without giving much away, because the whole story is kind of a wild ride. I did not want to stop sleep once I started reading. Evolve is narrated by all five main characters. I sometimes find multiple pov confusing, but I appreciate that I was able to hear into Alexander's mind. Ava, the “Reader” is feared by the facility she is kidnapped by. They keep her sedated for the research they perform, and she can't remember who she is or where she came from, until now? Henry is her “bodyguard,” and when she ran away from home, he came with her. The facility allowed him in as Readers typically have a guard. Alexander is my favorite. He is autistic, nonverbal, and communicates via signals with his family. He moves to the facility willingly to manage his sensory issues better, BEFORE it becomes the sneaky lockdown that hides kids, kids with talents. Jessi has special blue eyes that'll make someone do anything, which is great, if she's on your side. And Sasha. Oh, Sasha. She is something else. Secretive, protective of Alexander, but always watching out for Sasha. And she's Telekinetic.

As time goes on, the characters learn about themselves, each other, and their surroundings. The doctors and directors try to use Ava and her abilities to the brink of nothingness, but the group comes together and fights back. They Evolve.

I really enjoyed Evolve, and this is easily another five star read for me. I really NEED a sequel. I cannot stop thinking about these characters. Is Alexander okay, is he hurt? Sasha is so shut down, I hope her friendship with Henry helps her. She deserves love. Aya grows. They ALL grow. Jessi only ever wanted love and she got it, sort of. Thank you to Ruth Vinet for putting their story into the world!

Gripping, inventive, and impossible to put down — a five-star debut that demands a sequel.

Ava can read minds and is kept sedated by the facility that kidnapped her. Henry is her loyal bodyguard, allowed in because Readers always have one. Alexander is autistic and nonverbal, initially there by choice — before the facility reveals its true nature. Jessi's vivid blue eyes can make anyone do anything. And Sasha is watching, always watching, while hiding secrets of her own.

Five perspectives, five distinct voices, and one increasingly sinister facility that will stop at nothing to exploit what these kids can do. The multiple

POVs work beautifully, and each character's arc feels genuinely earned. The result is a wild, compelling ride that builds to a deeply satisfying collective fight back.

These characters will stay with you long after the final page. A sequel is absolutely necessary.

This book took me a little while to get into because it's very mysterious in the beginning - but let me tell you, it was worth the wait.

Ava is the character described in the book's blurb - she's a "reader," someone who can read the minds and memories of people by touch. She's being kept somewhere and forced to read people's minds, but she's kept sedated and imprisoned, so she doesn't fully know what's going on around her. She is starting to gain awareness at the beginning of the story, though, so we start to get some clues through her perspective.

We are then introduced to other characters like Ava - misfits, people who seem to have special powers. It's hard to say much without getting too deep into spoilers - but we have 5 main characters, and we see all of their POVs over time.

The development of these characters over time really fits the book's name - they "evolve" and come into their own. It's a great read, with tons of mystery and tension, and I can't say enough about the writing.

This was such a fun read and once I started I couldn't put it down. All of the characters were great and I loved reading them. The first part if getting to know everyone and seeing how they ended up locked up in this place that treats them so poorly. Then we go from there. I loved seeing all the different powers and upbringings and how everything worked. I am curious to learn more about this work and I really enjoyed this one. I cannot wait for more to see what happens next.