The Coordinate by Marc Jacobs

Summary

Logan West and Emma James grew up together but are now high school seniors going in totally opposite directions after graduation. When they are assigned to work together on one last history project, they hardly expect the monotony of high school life to change. Instead, as they decode a series of unexplained clues hidden within their history project itself, Logan and Emma manage to unfold an ancient mystery that has baffled scientists and archeologists, one that has powerful implications for the present day. As they embrace the adventure they’ve stumbled upon, and a growing romantic attraction to each other, Logan and Emma find themselves caught up in a dangerous, high-stakes race across the globe to decipher mankind’s past in order to save humanity’s future, not to mention their very own lives, with a mystery that just might reach towards the stars…

“A thrilling cross-continental Dan Brown-style action adventure that blends sci-fi and ancient conspiracies seamlessly into an intriguing plot…” — IndieReader

“Two teenagers embark on a school project that turns into an exciting, dangerous, and globe-trotting adventure in this YA sci-fi novel…. In his debut novel, Jacobs tells a Dan Brown–style adventure story — one that’s full of puzzles to decode and bold, perilous actions… Jacobs keeps the plot moving throughout by introducing unexpected twists… Entertaining on several levels, and sure to win fans for a planned series.” — Kirkus Reviews

“Marc Jacobs’ novel, The Coordinate, will not disappoint your high expectations. With action and unsuspecting twists throughout the story, you’ll be viewing the wonders of the world in a completely different way than before and will be reevaluating your thoughts about the state of our current world. Jacobs’ writing reads very similarly to that of Dan Brown and Robin Cook…” — San Francisco Book Review

"The idea that there are hidden secrets about humanity’s past will continually fascinate readers, and it is done to great effect in The Coordinate. ... The novel is a great work of adventure, as if we’re following a team of Lara Croft and Indiana Jones as teenagers. ... Despite the target audience of this book being YA readers, it also holds an appeal for older readers, simply because of its accessibility, rapid pace, and intriguing subject matter. ... A highly entertaining read where you rarely see the twists coming. ... The Coordinate is a thrilling adventure from an ambitious and creative author." -- Self-Publishing Review 


My Thoughts

Let me gather my thoughts...

I'm not completely sure how to explain how I feel about this book.

First of all, if I had picked this book up during on of my "try a chapter" moments I probably wouldn't have finished it.  The first chapter was just not enough to keep me wanting to read.  Luckily, I picked this book up with the full intension of reading the whole thing.  So, I powered through and kept going.

Now, with that being said, it did get much better!  As I kept reading I became completely wrapped up and was fully enjoying the storyline.  That lasted for several chapters.

However, the book then went back into a few chapters that I found to be hard to follow and stay interested.  This is how the book was for me.  A bit back and forth, interesting/not so much, exciting/not so much...

I honestly feel like this book would be a great movie!  Seeing some of the scenes rather than reading the over explained scenes might make it better for me.  I honestly don't think I've ever said that before... I always like the books better!

Overall, I did enjoy this book and I'm glad it was sent my way!

*Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.