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The Infinite Noise (The Bright Sessions, #1)

Questions About The Infinite Noise (The Bright Sessions, #1)

by Lauren Shippen (ŷ Author)

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If I read the book, will it spoil the podcast (or vice versa)? Also, should I read the book first, listen to the podcast first, or does it not matter?
Maia It certainly doesn't spoil the whole podcast, but definitely gives away some plot points (if not the MOST pivotal ones). I personally would listen to …mǰIt certainly doesn't spoil the whole podcast, but definitely gives away some plot points (if not the MOST pivotal ones). I personally would listen to the podcast first, as I thought it was better done than the book (and also gives you so many more interwoven stories).(less)
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do you have to listen to the podcast to understand or enjoy this book?
Tsana Dolichva No. The book covers some of the same story as the start of the podcast, but from different perspectives.
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I see that this book is shelved as sci-fi, can someone tells me the sci-fi elements this book has and if it's worth the read? It sounds really interesting but I don't love sci-fi heavy books.
Gabriel Tadeu The sci-fi element presented in the book are these people called "Atypicals", that each have a presenting power. The protagonist, Caleb, is an empath,…mǰThe sci-fi element presented in the book are these people called "Atypicals", that each have a presenting power. The protagonist, Caleb, is an empath, meaning that he can sense the emotions from those around him. The book isn't so much sci-fi focused as much as it's about Caleb's relationship with Adam, a boy from school whose emotions always seem to swallow Caleb.
So, if you don't love sci-fi heavy books, I think this one is a perfect choice.(less)
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"Handsome, popular, athletic...." yet another book with the same tired descriptions of people. Let me guess, all of the other characters are beautiful and perfect? How about a novel in which there are people of all types, hmm? Can we do that, authors?
Helen No, this book wasn't like that at all. Sure, the main character is a football player, but it doesn't read like all those other tired YA books.…mǰNo, this book wasn't like that at all. Sure, the main character is a football player, but it doesn't read like all those other tired YA books.(less)
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Okay, I have to ask this because this book is really good so far and I'm so curious to hear fans explain this...What is "The Bright Sessions" podcast? If I continue reading will the events of the book line up with the Podcast? Should I listen to the Podcast?
Cecil It will line up with the podcast, but Caleb isn't as involved with the plot of the podcast, which involved learning more about the AM and Dr Bright's …mǰIt will line up with the podcast, but Caleb isn't as involved with the plot of the podcast, which involved learning more about the AM and Dr Bright's life. I recommend finishing the book, then listening to the podcast. It should fill in the gaps left about the AM, but may be a little frustrating to watch Caleb pining again.(less)
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