Altered (Crewel World)
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| Rating | : | 4.75 (890 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1250050731 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 416 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-02-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The story is about survival and romance (Adelice is drawn to both Jost and Erik). Library Journal. As the heroine's feelings intensify, she challenges the idea that Spinsters who consummate a romance will lose their ability to weave. Erik hides the fact that he is a skilled Tailor, and Adelice is one of the rarest beings: both Spinster and Tailor. The loose ends involving Adelice's family and a world-saving creation called "The Whorl" will leave fans waiting eagerly for book three. Albin aptly weaves her unique vocabulary into the complex plot. . Altered is a mix of romance and adventure that will be most enjoyable for readers of the
Krystal Larson said Live To Read ~Krystal. This book contains all of the elements perfect for a teen/young adult Halloween read. I loved Adelice's strong character and I did like readin and about her once again. However, this book threw me for a loop. I was surprised to find that the plot that I was used to in the first book had completely and ironically altered. I did eventually adjust to this, but I was surprised for the first few chapters. This plot involves Adelice going on a missio. "How about a teen heroine WITHOUT a "love" triangle?" according to Shelley S. Rees. I am not a teenager--full disclosure--but I have one in my house, and I instruct and mentor college students seeking secondary English teaching certification, so I pay attention to young adult literature. (Also, I enjoy YA literature for its own sake.)I found the first book in this series compelling because the weave and looms and strands are such cool ideas, and the constant feeling of threat and claustrophobia made for an effective dystopia. . "In your face love triangle" according to kmontemayor. This series reminds me of the Hunger Games and the Giver. At the beginning of book two, Adelice, Jost, and Erik find themselves on a desolate, alternate, post World War II Earth. The author describes it just as it would seem in sewing: an interface with the ugly threads on the back side of the stitching hanging down. These strands are difficult for Adelice to weave and she inadvertently brings down an aeroship as soon as she arrives.Arras is di
Her parents ran to protect her, but nothing can save her from her destiny, and once she uncovers the truth, it will change everything.. But amid the splendid ruins of Earth, Adelice discovers how dangerous freedom can be. Choice. Torn between two brothers and two worlds, Adelice must choose what to fight for.Altered is Gennifer Albin's thrilling sequel to Crewel. Secrets that will redefine each of them. Deadly SecretsTangled LiesWoven truthsLife. All taken from Adelice by the Guilduntil she took them back. Secrets they would kill to protect. Because everyone has secrets, especially those Adelice loves most. Although allies are easy to find on Earth, knowing who to trust isn't. Possibility. Hunted by soulless Remnants sent by Cormac Patton and the Guild, Adelice finds a world that's far from deserted. Adelice is about to learn how tangled up her past and future really are