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The white rose
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1 online resource. - Publisher: New York : HarperTeen, 2015.
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- Horn Book Guide Reviews : Horn Book Guide Reviews 2016 Fall
This sequel to The Jewel begins with royal surrogate Violet and her love, Ash, imprisoned by the cruel Duchess of the Lake. Their escape unveils a broader plot in which Violet learns the truth about the royalty, her powers ("Augeries"), and her role in igniting a revolution. This exciting dystopic fantasy incorporates new twists and cliffhangers that will entice fans of its predecessor. - Kirkus Reviews : Kirkus Reviews 2015 July #1
Science and magic, royalty and rabble begin to clash in this dystopian sequel (The Jewel, 2014). The Duchess of the Lake bought teenage Violet at Auction to serve as a surrogate mother, ushering her into a luxurious life in the Jewel, which occupies the heart of the concentric Lone City. Horrified by rampant exploitation and experimentation, Violet just wanted freedom. Now imprisoned for an indiscretion with the off-limits Ash, male companion to the royal daughters, Violet petitions enigmatic eunuch Lucien for assistance. Aided by a secret society but hunted by the Regimentals, Ash and Violet slowly escape, their passage fraught with dangerâand many characters' back stories. In exchange for her freedom, Violet must become a figurehead for the revolution, rousing rabble, scaring surrogates, and employing the native, elemental magic of the island against the colonialist oppressors. Violet's path is clearly mapped by Lucien (and the author) and follows the trendy solitary- heroine-vs.-corrupt-rulers trope, but the plentiful action, complex characters, and mix of science and magic help avoid predictability. However, the magical empowerment of the surrogates and stark socioeconomic inequalities do not explain the illogical disposability of surrogates, undermining both the premise and the high stakes. Ewing bravely blends several genresâscience fiction, fantasy, medical thriller, dystopianâand semisuccessfully balances teen romance and angst against family drama, rape accusations, prostitution, and slavery. This graphic read solidly sets fans up for the next volume. (Dystopian romance. 14-18) Copyright Kirkus 2015 Kirkus/BPI Communications.All rights reserved. - School Library Journal Reviews : SLJ Reviews 2015 August
Gr 9 UpâThe sequel to The Jewel (HarperCollins, 2014) picks up within hours of the first volume's end. Violet and Ash's love affair has been discovered by the Duchess of the Lake. In order to save Ash and to survive, Violet must trust The Black Key, a secret society bent upon the destruction of the royals in the Jewel. Violet escapes from the Jewel circle to the Farm circle, along the way learning that surrogates are not the only ones who are being used by the royals: boys are forced to be companions for the wealthy, girls are being kidnapped into slavery, servants are killed on a whim, boys are being conscripted into military service, and children are dying from disease. This realization makes the protagonist determined to end the reign of the royals and discover the true meaning behind the Auguries, the powers that the royals find so desirable in their surrogates. What Violet learns about those powers will change the future of the city. This work has its own fast-paced plot and doesn't just bridge the first book to the third. Questions are answered from the first installment in this tale, backstory and history are provided for better understanding of the workings of the Lone City, and a surprise twist will make readers anxious for the next series entry. VERDICT A must-read for fans of the previous title; they will not be disappointed.âLisa Nabel, Dayton Metro Library, OH
[Page 92]. (c) Copyright 2015 Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. - School Library Journal Reviews : SLJ Reviews 2015 July
Gr 9 UpâThe sequel to The Jewel (HarperCollins, 2014) picks up within hours of the first volume's end. Violet and Ash's love affair has been discovered by the Duchess of the Lake. In order to save Ash and to survive, Violet must trust The Black Key, a secret society bent upon the destruction of the royals in the Jewel. Violet escapes from the Jewel circle to the Farm circle, along the way learning that surrogates are not the only ones who are being used by the royals: boys are forced to be companions for the wealthy, girls are being kidnapped into slavery, servants are killed on a whim, boys are being conscripted into military service, and children are dying from disease. This realization makes the protagonist determined to end the reign of the royals and discover the true meaning behind the Auguries, the powers that the royals find so desirable in their surrogates. What Violet learns about those powers will change the future of the city. This work has its own fast-paced plot and doesn't just bridge the first book to the third. Questions are answered from the first installment in this tale, backstory and history are provided for better understanding of the workings of the Lone City, and a surprise twist will make readers anxious for the next series entry. VERDICT A must-read for fans of the previous title; they will not be disappointed.âLisa Nabel, Dayton Metro Library, OH
[Page 92]. (c) Copyright 2015 Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. - Voice of Youth Advocates Reviews : VOYA Reviews 2015 October
Sixteen-year-old Violet Lasting is a surrogate. Sold at auction, she must bear a child for her infertile owner, the depraved Duchess of the Lake. Things get complicated when Violet breaks the rules and falls for Ash Lockwood, a gorgeous male companion. When their relationship is discovered, the punishment is extreme. With the help of friends and good luck, they are able to make their escape. Soon they discover the mistreated population is on the verge of an insurrection that is being fueled by the Black Key, a powerful secret society. Violet, born with magical powers known as Auguries, takes on a leadership role in this rebellion, motivated by her efforts to save other surrogates from certain death. This second book in the Jewel series provides the reader with an acceptable backstory that allows for quick and clear engagement. Violet, the story's narrator, tends to act counterintuitively, often putting herself and others in danger. As for Ash, he may be handsome and sexy, but he is not nearly as sharp or witty as the eunuch Lucien or Garnet, the duchess's son. The story's setting is interesting if somewhat convoluted. A decadent matriarchal society is thought provoking, but one wonders how the murders, slavery, torture, and prostitution go unchecked. This is a quick read with a predicable plot and dialog that borders on boring. However, while the concept of a corrupt privileged upper class being overthrown by a downtrodden under class may not be very original, it does make for good storytelling.âLynne Farrell Stover 3Q 4P S Copyright 2011 Voya Reviews.
