Want was an okay read for me. The setting in a dystopian, polluted Taiwan was interesting, and I liked the environmental themes that ran through the story. Having been to Taipei myself, I also enjoyed recognizing some of the places mentioned, and it was refreshing to see a YA dystopian story set outside of the usual Western locations. The idea of the protective suits that only the rich can afford added a strong social divide to the story, and I thought that was one of the more compelling parts of the world-building. It really highlighted the inequality and corruption at the heart of this dystopia. That said, the book never really pulled me in. The characters were fine, the pacing was quick, but the plot felt predictable and followed a familiar YA dystopian formula. It took me quite a while to finish because I just wasn’t fully invested. Overall, it’s a solidly written book with an interesting backdrop and some sharp ideas, but it didn’t stand out to me or leave much of an impact.
15. Sept.15. Sept. 2025
Wantvon Cindy PonSimon Pulse


