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The Angel Experiment is one of those books that throws you straight into action so it peaks your interest early on!

It follows Max and a group of kids who can fly, but their abilities come from something much darker than just being special. They’ve been experimented on, they’re being hunted, and they don’t fully understand who they are or why any of this is happening to them. The story moves fast, jumping from hiding to escaping to fighting, and it keeps that sense of urgency the whole time.

I actually started this series back in middle school, and I remember loving it because it felt different from anything else I was reading at the time. The idea of kids with wings was already cool, but what stuck with me more was the group dynamic. Max as a leader feels real, she’s strong but still unsure sometimes, and you can tell she cares about keeping everyone safe. Fang stood out to me a lot too, mostly because he’s quiet but clearly important, and I always liked how his character slowly shows more than he says. Iggy being blind but still incredibly capable was another detail that made the group feel unique, and Nudge and Angel added a mix of energy and emotion that balanced everything out.

One thing to know before going in is that this is the first book in a series, and it definitely feels like it. It doesn’t wrap everything up neatly, it kind of pushes you straight toward the next book. Because of that, I wouldn’t really recommend it to someone who prefers standalones or wants a clean ending. You’ll probably feel like you have to keep going just to get answers. At the same time, that’s also what makes it fun, especially if you like getting invested in a longer story and watching it build over time.

My favorite parts were the scenes where the group is working together to escape or survive, especially when they’re flying. Those moments felt exciting and a little freeing, even with everything going on. Overall, it’s a fast, action heavy read with characters that are easy to get attached to, and it’s a strong start if you’re ready to commit to a full series instead of just one book.