Book Review: The Murder Complex by Lindsay Cummings

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The Murder Complex
The Murder Complex #1
Author: Lindsay Cummings
Reading Level: Young Adult
Genre: Dystopia
Released: June 10th 2014
Review Source: Greenwillow Books | Edelweiss

An action-packed, blood-soaked, futuristic debut thriller set in a world where the murder rate is higher than the birthrate. For fans of Moira Young’s Dust Lands series, La Femme Nikita, and the movie Hanna.

Meadow Woodson, a fifteen-year-old girl who has been trained by her father to fight, to kill, and to survive in any situation, lives with her family on a houseboat in Florida. The state is controlled by The Murder Complex, an organization that tracks the population with precision.

The plot starts to thicken when Meadow meets Zephyr James, who is—although he doesn’t know it—one of the MC’s programmed assassins. Is their meeting a coincidence? Destiny? Or part of a terrifying strategy? And will Zephyr keep Meadow from discovering the haunting truth about her family?

Action-packed, blood-soaked, and chilling, this is a dark and compelling debut novel by Lindsay Cummings.

At a Glance:
The Murder Complex is likeable Hunger Games type of book. I love how even though it had that feeling, I love its uniqueness and its actions. The plot and twist makes the book stand out from its gender.

Cover:
At first glance of the cover, I felt the creeps all over my body. I think the cover is crazy and it has its own suspense. I love the “She’s trained to survive, He’s programmed to kill” caption. It made me wonder what this is about. I wonder who she is and who is he. Will they end up killing each other or will they end up together even with their differences?

Action:
Gush, where to start? When it comes to action, Lindsay is a goddess. She did a phenomenal job! She kept me on edge throughout the book with her fast pace and packed-action scenes. I didn't put this book down until I was done. Seriously, this book kept me awake all night. I needed more and more as I turned the pages.

Romance:
With no spoilers… this is difficult. But I love Meadow and Zephry together. Their chemistry is to dream of. I love how different they are and yet when they become as one, they are lethal. Their love is very unique.

Something I loved:
I pretty much enjoy this book from beginning to end. There is too many to choose from. There is many actions to choose from. But I do love the ending. I love how Meadow knows who she truly is. She is not afraid to follow her instincts. She is who she is and no one will stop her. Ah, be afraid she can be very lethal!

Cliffhanger:
Not really, but I do love how Meadow will not give up unit she gets her revenge! YES!!! I will cheer for this girl till the very end.  I cannot wait to read more about her. I cannot wait to see how she will plan things and put it into actions. 

Would I recommend it?:
HECK YEAH! I cannot wait to hold my own copy & just hug it! This book is crazy good - fully packed with actions. I loved the suspense.  I loved the characters. I love how this world was built and its mystery. I love how Meadow is not afraid of anything. She did not become this person (you need to ready to find out who!). She did not run from fear. She is a survivor.

Thank you, Edelweiss for the copy. I cannot wait to buy this book!