Review: Brilliant start to the series
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 04 22, 2014
Waterfall is Amber Garr's prequel to Waterproof; a novella establishing Zach and Vivienne's story and why they are living in the woods.The world of Waterfall is a dystopian one, the country divided and water rationed. Whilst the teenagers world is still 'normal' and school is an option, at the beginning of the story, war breaks out over water and nuclear attacks begin worldwide, forcing Zach and Vivienne's families from their homes outside of Philadelphia to the safety of a government compound. However, on a supply run it appears they are not as safe as they presumed and their need to run again becomes obvious. Amber Garr fills the final moments of the novella with action, tension and gasp-worthy moments, making the reader want to open Waterproof as soon as they have reached the end!Amber Garr focuses on the relationship between Zach and Vivienne. They have obviously known each other for a time but their feelings are obscure, remaining in the 'friend-zone', as they have partners at school. Yet on their journey to the compound they lean on each other for comfort and Amber Garr points at clues that there might be more to explore between them.Although Waterfall is only short it is well-worth a read, even after reading Waterproof, giving further insight into the main characters.I received this as a complimentary review copy, but this has had no influence on my opinion.