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Rebel Angels (精装)
by Libba Bray
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Bestsellers, Fiction, Gothic fantacy, Ages 9-12, Children's books |
| Market price: ¥ 178.00
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¥ 168.00
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 Good for Gifts |
| MSL Pointer Review:
An amazing book full of twists and turns, mystical elements and forbidden romance, which keeps you on your toes and wanting more! |
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Becca (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
Rebel Angels has to be one of my all-time favorite books. I loved Bray's first novel of the trilogy, had high expectations for her second, and I was not disappointed at all. As someone of Gemma's age, I thoroughly enjoyed the romance, suspense, and conflicts that she encountered and overcame. The story begins back at Spence, around Christmas time. A new, mysterious teacher has arrived, and Gemma, having not returned to the Realms since what happened to Pippa, is curious as to what this teacher is all about. Kartik returns with a message, and Gemma must find the Temple, and bind the magic that she let loose in the last novel. A new love interest appears (other than Kartik), and will keep you wondering what happens next. Finding the Temple becomes a harder mission as the story progresses, and Gemma must make vital decisions deciding the fate of those that are dear to her. This story keeps you on your toes and wanting more! |
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Tamela (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
Rebel Angels takes up the story of Gemma and her school friends from A Great and Terrible Beauty as they are getting ready for the Christmas break. After having lost their dear friend Pippa, the girls are anxious yet frightened to re-enter the Realms, the magical place where the source of magic is found. Once they do, they discover that in breaking the ancient runes, Gemma has unleashed the magic into the Realms which has allowed all the creatures there access to it. And this cannot be allowed to happen. Gemma is back as her wry, chaotic, secretive self in this worthy sequel to A Great and Terrible Beauty. However, we see much more of her home life and family in this book, and it goes a long way to explaining why she acts as she does. Felicity and Ann do not seem overly changed in personality, at least at first. The scenes set in the "real" world give a realistic flavor of life in Victorian England, and the girls struggle against what is proper and what they wish to do. There is a love interest thrown in as well, and Tom's internship as a doctor in a mental hospital affords the girls a chance to interact with the less fortunate in society. This particular aspect of the novel is perhaps the best part; we can feel Gemma's distress and intrigue, especially as she tries to identify where Circe is in time to save the Realms from utter chaos. A minor quibble for me was the introduction of a numerous fantastic creatures in the Realms; some seemed added simply to pad the story and did little to advance the story. But overall the pace of the novel is well-done and the twists and turns make this a page-turner. Bray has done a fine job of expanding both the worlds of Victorian England and her magical Realms, and this one is sure to engage and enchant. Recommended. |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
I first fell in love with the first book, A Great and Terrible Beauty. In this book, you will be taken on Gemma's emotional roller coaster with her love interests, friends, family and even her enemies. Those she thought were trust worthy turn out to be her enemies and visa versa. I truly suggest reading this book. You don't have to read Libba's first book to enjoy this one. But, I suggest it just so you have some background as to how she got to be where she's at in the beginning of this book and to be taken on an adventure all of its own. Both books are great reads. |
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Amber Dixon (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
Rebel Angels was a truly fantastic read from beginning to end. It's been a long time since a story has truly captured my full interest, but I honestly found it difficult to put this book down. To be honest, when Bray's first novel A Great and Terrible Beauty came out, I bought it simply because the title sounded intriguing. I was very, very pleased to find out that it was a fantastic story full of suspense and twists that I hadn't read in another book for years. It was almost too much to stand waiting for the sequel "Rebel Angels" to come out. I definitely wasn't disappointed. Though, I'm not the target "younger" reader, being 30, I believe this is such an incredibly captivating story that anyone would find pleasure in reading it. My 54 year old father actually stole it from me and hid it until he was finished reading it! Libba Bray's appeal truly spans the age gap. I'm not a spoiler and I prefer not to write out the plot in reviews, so I'll just say that it was a great sequel to an incredible first novel and I truly can't wait for another installment from Libba Bray. |
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Jane (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
After I read A Great and Terrible Beauty I couldn't wait to read this one. When I finally got my hands on it I gobbled it up in two days and found that it was even better than the first. This book is the story of a girl named Gemma who discovers she has the power to enter the realms and control the magic there. She and her friends Felicity, Ann, and Pippa have to work together to put the magic back where it belongs and defeat the evil Cerci. This book has adventure, feeling, and even a touch of romance. In other words it has everything I look for in a book. My only annoyance is that the third isn't coming out till fall 07. |
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Lana Turner (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
I love this book and A great and terrible beauty! This is a great follow up and I just wish for more and more... I have not yet come to finish it because I can not think of myself being through with it and there being nothing more for me to read! Libba Bray is such a fantastic writer and has inspired me so much!! This book really is one that gets you involved and makes you think. Her details are sooo precise that you could imagine the "The Realms" as if you had seen them before. I encourage any teen and older to read this book it seriously is worth your time. This is a book you can not put down. |
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Jimmy (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
This book is an amazing book full of twists and turns. Libba Bray fills these pages with amazing characters. Once you start reading Rebel Angels you don't want to put it down. Rebel Angels is the much awaited sequel to A Great and Terrible Beauty. Gemma continues her path to secure the realms while keeping her enemy Circe at bay. But she doesn't know who Circe actually is. In the end, using the help of her loyal friends, Felicity and Ann, she must overcome Circe. But can she do it before it's too late? I loved this book so very much and you feel like you want more after you finish the book. Bray creates her characters so well that you feel like you know them and that you want to know what happens to them after the book ends. Rebel Angels is a Venus flytrap that you don't want to get out of. |
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C. Jackson (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
I cannot say more that I thought this book was totally awesome. Gemma has returned in this second book and she's even more determined to learn more about Circe and the Realms. Pippa his already died, and Felicity and Ann are there to help Gemma defeat Circe and bind the magic of the Realms. I know you guys are all excited to hear more about Kartik, so I'm happy to let you know that he continues to help Gemma in this book. But, Kartik has the task from the Rakshanna to kill Gemma after he tricks her into giving the Rakshanna the magic. Will Kartik follow through with his mission? Gemma is swooning over young, handsome Simon Middleton. Be excited to find out what happens with that. There are a lot of surprises in this book. Miss Moore is not what she seems, a mysterious Miss McCleethy enters the story, and Kartik is always there, watching over Gemma. Gemma is torn between Kartik, who she dreams of, and Simon, who is much more suitable for her. I'm not gonna say anymore but read to find out! Enjoy! |
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A reader (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
I am a huge a fan of the first book, so I naturally went out and bought this sequel as soon as it came out. I am pleased to report that it is wonderfully witty, relatable, twisted and... Beautiful! As soon as I finished it, I flipped the book right around and started on it again! The day the third one comes out; I'm so waiting at the bookstore to be the first to get it! Man, this is an awesome book, guys! |
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R. L. Thurber (MSL quote), USA
<2006-12-31 00:00>
I was so excited to begin to read this book when it first came out. I absolutely loved A Great and Terrible Beauty, and being a soon-to-be author myself it was a great inspiration for me. I was a little worried about Rebel Angles and the sequel curse. I feared that if Rebel Angles was not as good as A Great and Terrible Beauty I would not like the entire story as much as I had before. But Rebel Angles is exactly perfect! It is delicious to read, with many twists in the entire story. I loved it so much I shared it with everyone I know, and though my enthusiasm somewhat annoyed them, in the end I provoked 3 people to buy it. I totally recommend this book! You would be missing out on an aspect of life if you didn't. |
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