Overgrowth

by Mira Grant
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Good Books rating 3.87
Science Fiction (Sci-Fi)
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  • ID: 9306
  • Added: 2025-12-23
  • Updated: 2025-12-31
  • ISBN: 9781837840977
  • Publisher: Titan Books
  • Published: 2025-05-06
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

Anastasia Miller has always known she was different. Since childhood, she has insisted she is an alien disguised as a human, waiting for her biological family to return and take her home. When an alien signal is broadcast around the world, humanity finally starts to believe her. The invasion is coming, and Stasia's family is on their way to bring her home. But what happens when you know what's coming and just refuse to listen? This smart, charming, and harrowing story explores themes of identity, belonging, and the human condition in the face of an alien invasion. Written by a Hugo-award winning author, Overgrowth blends elements of science fiction and horror to create a unique and captivating narrative.

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Goodreads · 2025-12-23
enjoyable 3.60

The book is enjoyable and thought-provoking, with a pervasive sense of unease that adds to its appeal. The story's eerie atmosphere is a standout feature.

This reviewer found the book to be a compelling read, despite not being their favorite by the author. The unease that permeates the narrative is particularly noteworthy, making it a standout feature. The story's eerie atmosphere keeps the reader engaged, and the thought-provoking elements add depth to the overall experience. While it may not be a top pick, it certainly has its merits and is worth exploring for fans of the genre.

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    I loved the unease which flows throughout this book.

    While this was not my favorite book by Grant, I did find it to be enjoyable, thought provoking, and eerie.

    I loved the unease which flows throughout this book.

Books, Bones & Buffy · Tammy · 2025-05-08
thought-provoking 3.50

The story is weird and thought-provoking, with ideas that win over the reader, but it suffers from inconsistent pacing.

Tammy found the alien invasion story to be both weird and thought-provoking, with ideas that truly captivated them. However, they noted that the pacing was inconsistent, which detracted from the overall reading experience. The story's unique concepts and execution make it a memorable read, but the uneven pacing is a notable drawback. Despite this, the book's ideas are compelling enough to keep the reader engaged.

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    A weird, thought-provoking alien invasion story, Overgrowth won me over with its ideas but suffered from inconsistent pacing.

    The story's unique concepts and execution make it a memorable read.

    The uneven pacing is a notable drawback.

Horror DNA · Tony Jones · 2025-04-21
scintillating 4.50

The book is in scintillating form, with fresh plots that keep the reader engaged. The author's ability to dream up new ideas is impressive.

Tony Jones was impressed by the book's scintillating form and the author's ability to come up with fresh plots. They found the story to be engaging and well-crafted, highlighting the author's talent for creating compelling narratives. The book's freshness and originality are its standout features, making it a standout read in the genre. The reviewer's enthusiasm for the book is evident, and they highly recommend it to fans of the genre.

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    Overgrowth finds Grant in scintillating form and one wonders how she continues to dream up such fresh plots after penning so many other novels.

    The book's freshness and originality are its standout features.

    The reviewer's enthusiasm for the book is evident.

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