I like Variant. 
 ***** 
 It's true what the tagline said: Trust No One. 
 First half: 3/5 
 Second half: 4/5 
 Half the time I'm reading Variant, I always felt like cringing. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough because i'd rather get over the strange situations quickly. Still, the last few chapters kicked off like I wanted it to, and that ending? Gosh, it was so f*cked up! I don't know if I like Robison Wells or not. I still can't decide if his story is bloody brilliant or just plain crazy. 
 I got frustrated along with Benson. He only longs for a normal life outside foster care, but in a sick twist of events, he found himself imprisoned in Maxfield Academy. And most students there doesn't even see the wrongness of their situation! I feel you, Bense. I do. And I predicted right on which girl he might end up with. 
 Patience. that's what i told myself in order to egg myself to continue reading. There are heart-thumping scenes, yes, but a lot of questions remained unanswered. Some parts I liked; some parts I don't. 
 If you are into sci-fi and dystopia, can you try this one and let me know how it works out for you? My alter ego is maniacally smiling with the ending, but my normal self just couldn't give a full 4-star rating. That's why i'm settling with a 3. I like Variant, andIi am reading the sequel, Feedback. So, if that's any indication for you that I'm (unconsciously) recommending Variant, then give it a shot. 
 As i read the acknowledgement page, I found out that Robison Wells is the brother of Dan Wells, author of Partials. :D 
 Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins for granting my galley request.