Review: Aurora’s End

Title: Aurora’s End

Author: Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff

Publisher: Knopf Books for Young Readers

Publication date: November 9, 2021

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Summary

When we left off with Squad 312 in Aurora Burning, everything was in chaos. Earth was about to be destroyed, and the only weapon that could stop it wasn’t quite working. In fact, it might have just disappeared. Of course, nothing went according to plan, leaving the entire squad scattered across the galaxy. With no hope of actually saving the world.

Now, Zila, Fin, and Scarlett might be making some new friends. And might just get a couple of chances to right their mistakes. Tyler, Kal, and Auri are aligning with their enemies, but it’s probably the only way they’re going to save the galaxy. If everything works out, they might be heroes. If not, the galaxy is doomed anyway.

Review: Aurora’s End

Thanks to NetGalley and Knopf Books for an advanced copy of this to review! Of course, with how Aurora Burning ended, I absolutely needed to know how this series came to a close. In true Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff style, it wouldn’t be a space book if things didn’t get chaotic.

I will admit, parts of this were difficult to follow. It’s space, all of the characters are spread out to different places, and sometimes I was like, “wait, what’s happening??” But I feel like that’s the mark of a true science fiction/book set in space. Sometimes, you just don’t really know what’s going on, but you go along with it because it will make sense at the end.

Once again, the characters and the voice are what make this series such a fun read. Kaufman and Kristoff have a way with writing great characters, and there are just some really funny moments. You will be entertained from start to finish, and feel like you’re a part of Squad 312. Even if space wouldn’t be your jam.

All in all, this is a pretty great finale to a fun, entertaining trilogy. If you like the Illuminae series, this is definitely one that you’ll want to pick up!

4/5 stars