Official Review: When North Becomes South by Becky Bronson

[Justine Ocsebio]

If one day the world would wake up without technology, I imagine it would be like losing a hand. Given that we’re extremely reliant on the convenience of technology these days, I think it would be difficult to go by our everyday lives without it. The premise seems intriguing so I wonder how this would be executed. Perhaps I would have to read the book myself to find out. Great review!

[kandscreeley]

If one day the world would wake up without technology, I imagine it would be like losing a hand. Given that we’re extremely reliant on the convenience of technology these days, I think it would be difficult to go by our everyday lives without it. The premise seems intriguing so I wonder how this would be executed. Perhaps I would have to read the book myself to find out. Great review!

I'm not sure if it helps give us any guidance if this were to actually happen. Still, it's an interesting book to read. Thanks so much for your insightful comments.

[Menace Crypto]

The book's title sounds funny. I loved your review, it has really made me want to read this book. Thanks a lot for the well-detailed review. Kudos.

[kandscreeley]

The book's title sounds funny. I loved your review, it has really made me want to read this book. Thanks a lot for the well-detailed review. Kudos.

In this case, the poles actually do switch. So, in a way, north becomes south. I hope you find time to read it. Thanks!

[SweetSourSalty AndSpicy]

I like that the book brought a fresh subject to the apocalyptic genre. I wonder if using vignettes, instead of timelines, were more effective in establishing the idea of shifting magnetic poles. Thank you so much for the insightful review.

[kandscreeley]

I like that the book brought a fresh subject to the apocalyptic genre. I wonder if using vignettes, instead of timelines, were more effective in establishing the idea of shifting magnetic poles. Thank you so much for the insightful review.

It's an interesting concept to be sure. I just feel that there could have been a few more details here and there. Thanks for your comment.

[Maddie Atkinson]

it's great when a book like this leaves you wondering about what would happen if this was real. Fantastic review!

[Bimbo- blessed]

Interesting review,I also can't think of what would happen without technology, good job

[María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda]

Would you be resourceful enough to survive?

I'm quite sure I'm not .

Though the apocalyptic fiction genre is oversaturated, this book is unique. I've seen the world end by a comet, by a new ice age, by an EMP, and by mass hysteria. The magnetic poles shifting causing radiation? Not so much.

I agree. We've probably seen it all but not shifting poles. And honestly, I rather skip the dark and detailed descriptions.

Thank you for your thorough review!

[LinetteTram]

How much do you rely on technology? What would you do if you suddenly couldn't use your stove or coffee maker? What if you couldn't simply go to the store to buy food? Would you be resourceful enough to survive?

I don’t know if I can suddenly All of a sudden do not have electricity but i like review of the book

[Laura Ungureanu]

I love it when books about the end of the world are documented. The shifting of the magnetic poles is scary and can cause such distress in people. I think it's a book worth trying.

[AwkwardAvian]

Sounds like a fascinating book! I love how you used those questions at the start to draw people in and encourage them to read the review. Pity about the errors and lack of development though. May have to give this a miss for now. My TBR list is too long as is...

[Brenda Creech]

I only have a mild interest in apocalyptic fiction, so for that reason alone, I don't think this would be a good fit for me. One can't help but wonder if they have what it takes to survive a major situation such as this! I believe that if such a scenario happened today, most of the seniors, 60 and older, would probably know how to survive—but the younger generations who have been exposed to modern technology would struggle. One can only hope such events will never happen, but anything is possible! Thanks for another excellent review!

[Cristina Chifane]

I'm a fan of sci-fi and post-apocalyptic fiction, so this novel is right up my alley. How will people react when the Earth's magnetic poles shift and they lose all modern means of communication? I'm curious to read and find out. Thanks for your review!

[Scerakor]

This kind of apocalyptic story is absolutely terrifying. We don't realise how dependant we are on basic technology and removing this from our lives would be devestating to live as we know it.