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WOW. The stranded is one of the best books I have read in 2022, It had everything from a post apocalyptic world to romance and let’s talk about characters, THEY ARE AMAZING, it was the most enjoyable part for me, watching them grow and change through the course of the story, I really hope there will be a sequel because I can’t wait to read more about them and this story which was so compelling I couldn’t tear my eyes off the page, I 100% recommend this book.

The Stranded follows two characters on the ship Arcadia, which was once a refuge for those fleeing an apocalyptic war. The ship is now located within sight of the Federated States, close enough to see its shining buildings but those on the Arcadia cannot leave the ship. This book is packed with heart-stopping moments that left me genuinely anxious. This is perfect for fans of post-apocalyptic and dystopian settings. The Arcadia itself is a fascinating look into a community that has existed for forty years within one “luxury” cruise ship. If you're a fan of books that feel insulated, thrilling, and dangerous, you’ll want to pick up The Stranded!

Not the kind of book I usuallly read - but loved it! Such an interesting take on the future. I read hundreds of books a year and this one definitely stood out. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

3.5 stars

I am not generally a fan of dystopian novels but there was just something about the description of this one that drew me in and I had to give it a shot.

Told from the perspective of three residents on the once luxury cruise ship Arcadia, Ester, Nik, and Hadley share their perspective on a brewing rebellion and life constrained to the ship.

While interesting and a sort of unique take on a post-apocalyptic world, I wasn’t a fan of the short chapters and constantly changing viewpoints.

It was quite fast-paced which helped build the suspense and drive to know what happens. But I was also left unsatisfied with the ending. It felt very abrupt and left me with too many questions to be alright with.

It was a solid YA dystopian novel but just not for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Fire for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Interesting concept of a cruise shin set in a dystopian era. The short chapters made it hard for me to develop the story for awhile. I would likely read the sequel as well to see what happens.

The Stranded by Sarah Daniels is a YA Dystopia following passengers of a cruise ship turned refugee camp that's been stuck at sea for 40 years. With 3 POV characters, Esther is the good girl, studying to earn a spot to get off the ship, Nik is member of a rebel group, and Hadley is the security leader and villain. The plot is action packed and fast paced, the world is bleak and dark, there's not heavy romance subplot. I'm loving the dystopian revival, this is the perfect book for the dumpster fire times we're in.

If you haven't heard of the Diamond Princess, let me regale you. The Diamond Princess is a cruise ship that began a 16-day cruise in January 2020 in Japan when the captain got word from the Hong Kong government that a passenger that disembarked had contracted COVID-19. Thus began a chaotic ordeal of quarantining and understanding the virus just like the rest of the world. Some passengers were stuck on that ship for 39 days.

Knowing that tidbit of info (I am sure there are more stories like this, like the one stuck in Italy at the onset of the pandemic), can you imagine never being able to get off that cruise ship? That's where this dystopian nightmare begins in Stranded.

Passengers of the Arcadia have been afloat for forty years. FORTY YEARS. They're not allowed to disembark for fear of the virus that has wiped out most of Europe and the world., despite having no cases for a long, long time. The book has three POV's, one of which is from a villain's point of view and is totally refreshing. I especially loved Esther since she wasn't exactly part of the rebellion upon the ship, but is thrown into it by her sister and a chance encounter.

I don't usually read an arc this early but with that cover and the synopsis, I just HAD TO. This book reminded me a lot of The Hunger Games and other early 2000 dystopian's with a bit of real-world virus stuffs going on that some might not be ready for. It is one of the most original stories I have read in a long time.

A fast paced and unique dystopian novel. I really enjoyed the characters and the various perspectives the story is told from. It seems to lead in ro a second installment which could be interesting based on how it ends.

The Stranded was an original story. Off the bat, I loved how it jumped right into the action. The characters and world building were developed very well. The alternating POVs tied together well, but I always struggle with a story when there's more than one POV; I prefer to connect with a sole character. The writing was engaging but the story seemed to be bogged down by inconsistent pacing, and occasionally either too much dialogue or too much description. I did not like how abruptly the story ended, it felt incomplete. An action-packed read deserving of 3 stars overall. Thank you to NetGalley for offering this title in their catalogue. The opinion expressed is my own.

Love Love LOVED this book. Again with reading this ARC I was definitely stepping out of my comfort zone. I don't typically hop on to the fan train of life post apocalypse but this book was different ! Being stranded on a cruise ship for 40+ years would be a nightmare but it touches so close to home having just gone through a pandemic in the real world and having to deal with the harsh consequences of such a deadly virus.

Esther is one of the main characters and although she was definitely a great lead, I felt like I REALLY enjoyed Nikhil Lall. Leader of the rebellion trying to finally get the citizens of the Arcadia back to land after being forced to live aboard a ship with limited rations and horrible living conditions. He risks it ALL after his father is arrested for helping to begin and lead the rebellion before Nik took the mantel alongside his mother ! His meeting with Esther was completely unexpected but the urge to protect her is INSTANT.

I was on the edge of my seat almost instantly after picking up this book ! I can't wait to read the second book following The Stranded. Sarah Daniels has totally GRIPPED me and I have to know what happens to Esther and Nik ! Thank you for letting me be apart of reading this before publication !

The Stranded is a dystopian YA novel featuring Nik, Esther, and Hadley. All three live on Arcadia, a ship that became a refuge during a bioterrorism war that destroyed the world as we know and left fractured nations in its wake. Esther’s grandparents were ticket holders and the original generation that was on the ship when the war broke out. Nik is a Neath, a definitely not law-abiding individual that lives below deck. Hadley is the head of security for the Arcadia and has burgeoning rebellion on his hands.

The language of the book is very straightforward, nothing flowery, so it’s approachable enough for teens and adult alike to read. The Stranded has some interesting political and social themes to explore and it explores them well. Personally, I’m more interested in the war that led up to The Stranded, but this is a well-done dystopian YA that many will enjoy. My understanding is that this is a duology, so I am looking forward to the conclusion! 4/5 for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House for the e-ARC and the opportunity to read and review The Stranded by Sarah Daniels.

After a virus plagued the world more than 40 years ago, the grandchildren of the original ticket holders of the Arcadia Cruise Ship, are either scheming to get off the ship in a professional capacity, or are running amok in the bowels of the ship inciting rebellion.
The story lacks intrigue and action. When I’ve 40% of it, I feel as though little has happened. At 60% I’m still wondering why I’m reading this.

Great setting, little action. Written for Young Adults. Not like The Hunger Games at all. More like a precursor to Water World

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Through Net Galley, I was afforded the opportunity to read an advance copy of The Stranded by Sarah Daniels in exchange for a review. No additional compensation was received and the author/publisher did not set any expectations or parameters on my review.

The Stranded takes place in 2094 aboard a mega cruise ship, The Arcadia, that has been stuck off the short of the US east coast for decades. The Acadia fled Europe over 40 years ago to escape a pandemic that had engulfed much of the continent. Politics, war and fear of spreading the disease resulted in the passengers and crew of the Arcadia to not be allowed off the ship. Forced to reside on the ship for multiple generations, those still alive live in an authoritarian society where resources are scarce and oppression is everywhere.

This story follows the stories or two younger residents, Ester and Nik, as they are at the forefront of the underground movement to rid the ship of their oppressors. Fast paced, well written and action filled, this an excellent entry in the dystopian YA genre. 5 Stars.

My thanks to Net Galley, Sourcebooks and Ms. Daniels for the opportunity to read and review The Stranded.

The Arcadia has been floating on the ocean for FORTY years, a world within itself created after the world suffered massive disaster. Now it is a world divided into those who have money, access and freedom and those who do not. They can see the Federated States but no one has access to Alan’s unless they are incredibly lucky. The you g people on the boat hope and dream, and plot, for ways to have a different future. This dystopian novel is perfect for fans of Hunger Games and will have wondering if this is where our world is headed!

I really enjoyed reading this book. It is not my usually genres but it was excellently done. The book takes place in the year 2094 on an old cruise ship. There has been a terrible virus that decimated Europe and the cruise ship was not allowed to land anywhere. The passengers were stranded on the boat and have been living there for years. The story centers on Ester, Nic, and Hadley. The ship has a society that is very controlled by the Federated States. Ester is trying to get an education in order to leave the ship. Nic is a member of the rebellion trying to take back control of the ship. And Hadley is in charge on security on the ship and is an oppressive element.
You will get immersed in the story and will want to keep reading to see what happens. I highly recommend this book.

Thank you to #netgalley, #SarahDaniels, and @SourcebooksFire for an early copy of this book.

Thanks so much to Sarah Daniels and Netgalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review!

The Stranded was an excellent dystopian novel - I feel like I’ve uncovered only a portion of the world Daniels has created in this. Plenty of action, adventure, and sense of foreboding, and I loved how the POV switched between characters too!!

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Man, what did I read? This cover is gorgeous and pulled me along with the blurb. I can not imagine living on a ship, being born on a ship, and not living on land. I was amazed at how the author had the different classes that lived aboard. This book had everything to it well depth characters, a steady pace, drama, a bit of crushing, and action. Just everything that makes a story a darn good story. Not everything on this ship is good; you have the bad that resides within it, yet some people are rebelling, and it is excellent!
I will say a few parts had me picking my jaw up, which is a fantastic thing.
I am preordering this book for my school library as I want the students to read this. They are going to love it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me the opportunity to read and review this novel. I am rating this book based the stars due to lack of time to leave a full review. #NetGalley #TheStranded

Great post-apocalyptic novel—Very original! Great world-building, great characters! Would recommend to any lovers of dystopian fiction. 4/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️!