I really like the unique premise. Since there is no more natural death by accident or disease, there are a group of people called Scythes that pick and choose which people must die to keep population growth to a minimum. The story is about two teens that have been chosen to be trained to be Scythes.
I read half of Scythe and decided it was not for me. I've been reading for over a week, and I'm only halfway through! I just keep finding things to do besides reading. So, why?
I think one thing is the flippant, almost tongue-in-cheek tone of the story. It almost seemed light and humorous at times. I found this incongruous. Secondly, I felt the pace really bogged down. It was time for something to happen, and I was losing patience.
The premise is great, and I'm looking forward to the movie, but when I find myself hesitating to read, then I need to move on.
A couple of my book club kids really loved Scythe, so this is a "me, not the book" thing (and, after all, I'm not the intended audience.)
Published by Simon & Schuster BFYR, 2016
Copy obtained from the library
250/435 pages
Rating: DNF
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