Series: The Devil's Triangle, Book Two
Publisher: Simon&Schuster
Format: Paperback
Published: 2nd February 2012
Number of Pages: 400
Book: For Review*
Genre: Science-Fiction, Action-Adventure, Thriller, Fantasy, Mystery, YA, YA-Child Crossover
Recommended
Age: 11+
Contains: Violence, Death, Mild Swearing
No Alcohol, Drug References
Author's
Site: Mark Robson
The Legend Comes To Life…
Sam Cutler and his best friend Callum are stranded,
having crossed to a strange parallel world through a rift in the Bermuda Triangle. At first, Sam is desperate to get home, but
then events take a dramatic twist and he discovers there are things he must do
before he can return…
Meanwhile, back in Florida, Sam’s twin sister,
Niamh, is still trying to uncover the truth about the boys’ disappearance. She can sense that her brother is still
alive… somewhere. With her father under
arrest, accused of murdering the boys, Niamh must solve the mystery, before her
dad is convicted of a crime he didn’t commit.
Time is running out. Can the twins’ bond bridge the gulf between
the two worlds before it’s too late?
Review:
Sam and Callum are still stuck in a bizarre
parallel world, having entered via the Bermuda Triangle. Sam is desperate to get home... until he
finds his mother, who has been lost for nine years, and discovers her cause. Suddenly, he and Callum are needed desperately
- there is something terribly important they must do before they can all come
home.
Back in our world, Sam's twin Niamh is
desperately trying to unravel the mystery behind her brother's disappearance -
and trying to clear her father's name, who has been accused of killing the two
boys. She has to prove his innocence and
evade the cops - if she isn't there to search, she knows no one will be able to
find Sam...
But Sam's facing troubles of his own. The Imperium are after the band of rebels, and
they are determined to make an example out of them...
After reading The Devil's Triangle, I just had to read Eye of the Storm - ASAP! And
it did not disappoint, not even one little bit! I was pulled straight back into the action,
the world – I literally couldn't stop reading. Once this series gets its hooks into you, it
just doesn't let go! It's so darn
addictive! I quite frankly need Book 3! NEED it!
I love all the main characters so
much. Sam: athletic, smart, a survivor
and now a rebel against the communist raptors. Gotta love it!
I loved how snarky and brave he was – he was a great leader and kind of
an adrenaline junkie! The ‘New Sam’ is a
real rebel – hardened and just… changed, though... As for his sister Niamh, she was determined,
resourceful, crafty and desperate to get her brother back. I loved how logical and matter-of-fact she
was – the snarkiness and how she made me laugh was a bonus! Callum is just the funniest thing, though! He always manages to make me laugh with his
sharp wit and great sense of humour. His
enthusiasm doubled with his sarcasm was addictive and very funny and he was
also a complete genius! I love Cal, and
his brains never ceased to surprise me.
Again, I have to mention the supporting characters. Matt, Claire, Archie… The latter was a bit of a posh twit to begin
with, but he was actually ok and really funny.
Plus: evil genius alert! Oh, and
I have to mention Nipper, the raptor,
‘cause I just loved him. He was loyal
and protective and so, so brave! Human-wise,
I especially love Carrie. Over enthusiastic, sweet and cheerful, she was just
so darn cute! As for her brother Tony:
yum! And I loved that all the various
raptors and rebels all had such distinct personalities.
I loved this world so much. Mainly ‘cause of the raptors: highly
intelligent, advanced and pure animal.
And Communists too! See why I love
it? It’s just so creative and new and
scarily brilliant. I loved learning more
about all the raptor traditions and rules.
Well, I just love the world. But,
uh, I don't think I really wanna go
there...
Oh, and I just adored Mark's writing:
descriptive so I can see the whole world in my head, and not at all heavy.
Also, I love how it jumps from Niamh in our world to Sam in the parallel world.
As cool as the jump perspective is, the fact that we got to see into Nipper's
mind was SO MUCH COOLER! I loved seeing into the raptor's head,
especially as I have a real big soft spot for Nipper! As for the plot, it was just awesome 'cause
it was pure action! There were twists
and turns galore! I really couldn't tell
where it was going. One twist in
particular... yeah, I really didn't
see that one coming. Not in the least. And as for the end... Well. I. Must. Have. Book. 3!
A parallel world, a psychic link and a
family torn apart on either side, Eye Of
The Storm was a brilliant adventure - one full of mystery, suspense and
communist dinosaurs! I loved every single second, was totally addicted, and I
can't wait to get my hands on Book 3! I recommend it to boys, girls, reluctant
readers and bookworms alike!
Star Rating:
4½ Out of 5
4½ Out of 5
Read this
book if you liked:
The Devil's Triangle by Mark Robson
Time Riders by Alex Scarrow
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Happy Reading
Megan
* This
book was received from the author exchange for an honest review
2 comments:
Amazing review! I really want to read to read the first in this series, it sounds like such a fab concept :)
It's so much fun! I love the communist raptors - that one just kills me!! ;)
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