The Reaction: Book Two in the spellbinding Wars of Angels duology - Rilegato

Coggan, Helena

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ISBN 10: 1444794701 ISBN 13: 9781444794700

Casa editrice: Hodder & Stoughton, 2016

Riassunto

'The next J. K. Rowling' Today Programme, USA

The Reaction is the explosive sequel to Helena Coggan's stunning debut The Catalyst.

For the first time in her life, fifteen-year-old Rose Elmsworth is alone. Her father, David, has been imprisoned and disgraced, a death sentence almost certain. She has been rejected by the Department, the amoral law-enforcement agency in which she grew up. Most dangerous of all is the terrible secret she and her father have been keeping all her life: if exposed, it has the power to destroy her. But Rose cannot stay hidden forever.

Around her, the world is changing faster than either she or the Department can stop it. The laws which have for years maintained peace between magicals and non-magicals are breaking down, and two rival militias are gathering on the streets to prepare for a devastating war. As deeper, darker elements of her father's past emerge, Rose begins to understand that the rules of good and evil in which she has always believed will not protect her anymore.

In a world of monsters, how long can trust, loyalty and justice survive? And how much will Rose herself have to change to stay alive?

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Recensione

[A] brilliantly realised future... Coggan writes with both verve and attitude (Metro)

Helena Coggan was just 13 when she wrote her hugely acclaimed debut, The Catalyst. This follow-up which follows heroine Rose in a magical feature is just as impressive. (Heat)

'The Catalyst is a complicated, rich world of magic and danger. While it seems simple at first, nothing is black and white, and nothing is what it seems. Both fantastical and startlingly relevant and contemporary, it's tense, exciting, engaging and has at its heart a central character whose incredibly personal story becomes caught up in huge battles and some even bigger ideas.' (Claire North, author of The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August)

'At the heart of this hugely ambitious story, by a 15-year-old newcomer, is a great big universal truth - we all think we're different. The Catalyst takes this idea and runs with it. This is a stunning debut, exploding with life, ideas and passion' (Daily Mail)

'Helena Coggan is only 15, and yet her debut novel has all the assurance of a writer in mid-stride. If young writers can overcome the stare of the blank page - and take care with characterisation - they can stand as an inspiration to all' (Guardian)

[The Catalyst is] very appealing and completely lively throughout. This was an absolutely impressive debut novel from a young voice who is fast going attract a huge following. Hunger Games eat your heart out. Loved it. Highly Recommended. (Liz Loves Books)

'The Catalyst was a gripping read. It is action-packed and not once are you left feeling bored or waiting for something to happen. What Helena brilliantly manages to create is suspense...a truly brilliant, gripping and suspenseful read' (Laura's Little Book Blog)

'A pulsing, labyrinthine, emotionally visceral plot' (Metro)

The year's Divergent (Sun)

A phenomenal achievement... assured, frightening, action-packed (Observer)

Descrizione del libro

The imaginative, thrilling and highly readable sequel to the fantasy debut The Catalyst, from a bright young voice. Perfect for fans of the DIVERGENT series.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Hodder & Stoughton
• Data di pubblicazione: 2016
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1444794701
• ISBN 13: 9781444794700
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 432
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
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