Skywatchers by Carrie Arcos Book Review

Skywatchers by Carrie Arcos combines science fiction, historical fiction, time travel, mystery, suspense, and a bit of mythology that throws you into the galaxy!

The story features several different and unique teenagers. While they don’t normally all get along, they all gather at night to watch the sky as part of the Skywatchers Club. From there you learn a little about Cold War era history and culture through the lenses of each character.  I was anxious to know the whole time what happened, and Arcos kept me wondering. 

For about the first 15-20% of the book, I struggled a bit to find interest. I wanted the story to pick me up and whirl me into space. Once I got through the first fifth of the book, I could not put it down. The last 25% of the book kept me on my toes and guessing until the very end. It was the perfect blend of so many genres that I love.

This book was an amazing read. If you are into history and science, I highly recommend this book. I think readers who don’t typically read these genres would also enjoy it. While this book got a bit creepy in parts, it was never scary. 

Trigger Warning: Death of people under 18 years old.

Overall rating 4.75 stars. 

I received an electronic advanced reader copy from Penguin Teen through NetGalley. All opinions are 100% my own.