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 Though Free To Fall is a science fiction novel, it feels extremely rooted in reality and the events in this novel feel frighteningly familiar. Do you know people who practically worship their phones? I know people so many people that are overly obsessed with their phones and I frequently see people walking in the streets texting and playing on their smartphone instead of being alert. Our society's occupation with our phones is extremely problematic and Miller excellently plays on that fear. 
 Rory lives in a world where people no longer trust their own primal sense of instinct and the voice of reason aptly named The Doubt is considered a psychological issue. Instead, people consult their smartphone app Lux for everything and no longer rely on their sense of judgement. Rory is accepted into Theden, one of the most prestigious schools in the country and she discovers that Theden isn't as pristine as it's solid reputation. 
 I absolutely loved Rory because she really gets things done due to her strong work ethic and perspicacity. I never lost faith in her throughout the book and I loved how determined she was to find the root of Lux's issues. I loved how logical and methodical she was about figuring out the evil behind Lux and I wish I could be so scrupulous. 
 Rory's romantic interest, North is absolutely amazing and I loved how much of a nerd he was. North spends time reading paperbacks, fixing old computers, activities that you probably wouldn't associate with someone who has tattoos and a mohawk. It truly demonstrates that you shouldn't judge a person by their cover. North and Rory were such an adorable couple and I shipped them so much throughout the entire novel. Usually I don't root for "the bad boy" type, but North is just so much more than that narrow archetype. One thing I don't exactly approve of was how North hung out in a masoleum -- granted that it was an empty one, I still find it unsettling. 
 Free To Fall blends two of my favorite things: science and technology into one of the most effective novels I've read this year. This book looked extremely long, but once I started it I realized how much I was enjoying myself and how quick I was reading through it. It's always interesting to see the effect that technology has on our society. We always think of technology as progressive, but that's not always the case whenever we make advances it always comes with a price. 
 I loved the setting of Theden and this academy felt as real and tangible as the high school I went to. All of the teachers, classes and hang-outs are described so well to the point where readers will feel like they truly experienced what it was like to be Theden (minus the tests and homework). I felt the extreme pressure and danger of this environment from the very start and Miller truly created an interesting world for this novel. 
 Free To Fall is an excellent novel that truly goes above and beyond the typical technology is harmful plot-line. Miller's latest novel is extremely original and I will definitely be picking up Parallel as soon as possible. Readers should feel free to fall in love with this book because it's truly incredible and is one of a kind.