With a wide range of games, genres, and characters, this one is sure to appeal to many readers. Game On by Laura Silverman (editor) is a unique anthology about different types of games. I always love when anthologies introduce me to new authors, and even reveal new sides of some of my favourite authors, and this one did just that! ❀ A Unique Anthology Also among my favourites are Nina Moreno’s adorable story about two girls who find love via a farming, Animal Crossing-esque video game and Katie Cotugno’s unique take on manhunt, which is much different from what I’ve read from her before. I appreciated the way this one comments on the sexism surrounding games, and even in the main character’s own relationship, and her fight to make this issue heard is so powerful.
My favourite of the collection would have to be Laura Silverman’s contribution about a girl who is planning a board game party.
I was especially impressed with the way each author interpreted the prompt of “games” differently, and many of the stories surprised me. Within its pages are stories of first dates, a town that disappears, and a secret involvement with Quidditch, truly promising something of interest for every reader. One of the tricky things about anthologies is that there can be a tendency for each story to feel repetitive, but I loved the way this one combats this by including a wide range of genres, from contemporary to horror. Rather than just sports, the interpretation of “games” is broad, and there are stories about video games, board games, and party games as well. Review: Game On by Laura Silverman ❀ A Wide Variety of GenresĬontaining short stories by 15 authors, this anthology is centred around different types of games. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. ❃ I received this book for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. And a spin the bottle game that could end a life-long friendship.įifteen stories, and fifteen unforgettable experiences that may inspire readers to start up that Settlers of Catan game again. A series of summer nights full of card games leads a boy to fall for a boy who he knows is taken. A puzzle-filled scavenger hunt emboldens one college freshman to be brave with the boy she’s crushing on.
But beneath each story is a loving ode to competition and games perfect for anyone who has ever played a sport or a board game, picked up a video game controller, or rolled a twenty-sided die.Ī manhunt game is interrupted by a town disappearing beneath the players’ eyes.
From the slightly fantastical to the utterly real, light and sweet romance to tales tinged with horror and thrills, Game On is an anthology that spans genre and style.
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