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A Hero For WondLa (WondLa #2)

by Tony DiTerlizzi (Goodreads Author)

4.2 of 5 stars 4.20 · rating details · 931 ratings · 195 reviews

The highly anticipated new illustrated novel in the New York Times bestselling The Search for WondLa series.

Before the end of The Search for WondLa, Eva Nine had never seen another human, but after a human boy named Hailey rescues her along with her companions, she couldn’t be happier. Eva thinks she has everything she’s ever dreamed of, especially when Hailey brings her a...more

Hardcover, 437 pages

Published May 8th 2012 by Simon & Schuster Childrens Books (first published May 1st 2012)

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Nov 11, 2012 Pamela Huxtable rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: sci-fi, kid-s, adventure, dystopian

A Hero for WondLa continues the action of the first book, with no break or review. If you have not read the first book, you may find this disconcerting.

A Hero For WondLa is more sophisticated and complicated than The Search for WondLa. Eva Nine's search for a family and her people is over, but her troubles are just beginning. The first human she meets, the pilot Hailey, treats her strangely and then betrays her and her alen friend, Rovender Kitt. Eva meets Eva Eight, her sister, who is an angry...more

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Jun 28, 2012 Vincent Desjardins rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: children-s-and-young-adult, science-fiction

“A Hero for WondLa” picks up right where “The Search for WondLa” left off. If you haven’t read “Search…” (and if not, why not?) you will probably find this book a bit on the confusing side. The author makes a lot of references to characters, events and places from the first book but does not do much in the way of recapping. On the other hand, if you read and liked Book one of this eventual trilogy, you’re in for a treat in this imaginative continuation.

Eva, still accompanied by Rovee and the yo...more “A Hero for WondLa” picks up right where “The Search for WondLa” left off. If you haven’t read “Search…” (and if not, why not?) you will probably find this book a bit on the confusing side. The author makes a lot of references to characters, events and places from the first book but does not do much in the way of recapping. On the other hand, if you read and liked Book one of this eventual trilogy, you’re in for a treat in this imaginative continuation.

Eva, still accompanied by Rovee and the young human pilot Hailey (who showed up at the end of Book one), continues her search for other humans and it’s not a spoiler to tell you that she finds them. But the city of New Attica, the supposed utopia that Hailey leads her to, is not what it seems (are utopias ever what they seem in science fiction)? There she meets Cadmus Pryde, the man who invented the sanctuaries where Eva was raised. Eva soon learns that Cadmus has a hidden agenda, an agenda that if carried out will affect all of Eva’s alien companions. Eva also meets the Gens, three identical sisters, who also happen to be Cadmus’s daughters. DiTerlizzi seems to have had a lot of fun in creating these shallow and self-absorbed teen-age girls who try and teach Eva how to fit in to New Attican society. From their lingo to their imaginative clothing (complete with cat tail attachments) the three Gens are vividly portrayed and their section of the book is satirically funny. I was actually rather sorry that they didn’t make a longer appearance. A character that I was happy to see make a return appearance from the first book is Otto, the gentle water-bear that Eva can communicate with telepathically. As in "The Search for WondLa," Otto once again plays an important role in Eva’s quest.

DiTerlizzi has created a fully imagined future with an Earth that is unrecognizable from the Earth we currently inhabit. Littered with the remains of our great cities, it is now home to scores of alien creatures. He has also created a wonderful introduction to science fiction for young readers. To add to his feat, he’s created a sci-fi book that adult fans will enjoy as well. At the heart of the story, is a tale of a young person’s coming-of-age, a subject that readers, young and old will be able to relate to. It’s safe to say that Eva does more than just grow up in this book, but to tell you much more would ruin the surprise.

Like "The Search for WondLa," this volume is also filled with DiTerlizzi's amazing illustrations. They are truly stunning and help bring his fantastic adventure to life.

This is a great read, one that I had a hard time putting down. I can’t wait for Book three!(less)

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Nov 29, 2012 Madeleine - Tei rated it 3 of 5 stars

I bought this book today (Thursday, 5/10/12) at Mr. DiTerlizzi's book signing at Books Inc. Sadly, I'm still grounded from reading until I finish school (my mom's punishments may seem odd at times, but she sure knows what ways to torture me). I keep staring woefully at the cover. Don't tell my mom, but I got in 5 chapters before she came home from my brother's rehearsal. She was not in a good mood from all that bay bridge traffic.

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May 26, 2012 Kelly rated it 5 of 5 stars

At last I have been able to read the long awaited sequel to Tony's compelling science fiction novel, The Search for WondLa.
It starts off where the last story ended. The mysterious human pilot, Hailey Turner (my personal favorite), claims that he has come to take Eva home. Of course good old Rovee joins her on this fantastic and shocking journey. Although Eva finds Hailey occasionally irritable, she is delighted to have finally met another of her kind. From Hailey to his wise grandfather Vanpa, t...more

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Oct 19, 2012 Terry Costantini rated it 4 of 5 stars

What a great series. The problem with teen books is that the author often settles for a simplistic story that doesn't satisfy older readers. This is not the case with the Wondla series. The first book hooked me, and the second book extended the story in an ultra-cool way. The ideas are deep and interesting, and the writing and intermittent illustrations are really awesome. I like the series, but I am really sick of trilogies...especially when the next book ISN'T OUT YET. All of my students would...more

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Jun 06, 2012 Toby rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I can't put into words just how great this story is. It's so creative and paints a whole new world right In front of you.

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Jan 23, 2013 Bah Humpug rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: ya, fiction-literature, fantasy

I recently discovered and quickly devoured The Search for Wondla, and had to read A Hero for Wondla right away. The only bad thing I can say is now I have to wait so long for the third book! DiTerlizzi continues the story of Eva Nine as she embarks on a new journey of meeting fellow humans and finding out what happened to Earth. While I was intrigued by the character Eva Nine in the first book, in the second book my love for this character intensified and I feel fully invested in her and Rovee.

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Jul 18, 2012 P.M. rated it 4 of 5 stars

Book 1 ends when Eva Nine and Rovender Kitt are picked up by Hailey Turner in the "Bijou." All Eva has ever wanted is to find others like herself. Hailey ferries her to New Attica, a sealed city run by Cadmus Pryde. But what Eva finds is a city based on lies and secrets. When she is found by Eva Eight outside after curfew, Nine decides that what she wanted is not what she got. She rescues Hailey and Rovee, both of whom are due for some of Cadmus' medical experiments. Along the way, she also resc...more

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Jun 24, 2012 Betty-Ann rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy, science-fiction

I was SO excited to pick up this book! I had read the first of the series called The Search for WondLa last fall and was eagerly awaiting the sequel. And it did not disappoint! The book continues the story of Eva Nine, the young girl who grew up in Sanctuary 573 with her Muthr (Multi-Utility Task Help Robot 06). When Besteel destroyed their home and they had to survive above ground, Eva Nine was thrown into a world that she was not prepared for. All of the training and tasks that she performed i...more I was SO excited to pick up this book! I had read the first of the series called The Search for WondLa last fall and was eagerly awaiting the sequel. And it did not disappoint! The book continues the story of Eva Nine, the young girl who grew up in Sanctuary 573 with her Muthr (Multi-Utility Task Help Robot 06). When Besteel destroyed their home and they had to survive above ground, Eva Nine was thrown into a world that she was not prepared for. All of the training and tasks that she performed in the sanctuary were for a world long gone. Now the world was full of strange and alien life forms, both animal and plant. At the end of Book One, Eva Nine lost her Muthr but has two loyal alien friends, Rovender and Otto, and they have taken her to a place where a ship will take her to a human city, her WondLa.
Book Two picks right up where Book One ends. Eva Nine is standing in the ruins of old New York City waiting for Hailey, the human boy, to finish repairing his ship so he can take her to New Attica, the human city. But when she gets there, life is not what she expects. Cadmus Pryde, has created a city that he controls ruthlessly. Everyone, even though they are human, act like robots with Cadmus telling them where to live, how to live and what to do. Eva Nine does find Eva Eight, her sister, who has been waiting for her but she also discovers that Cadmus does not want any aliens living in the city. So Eva Nine and Eight rescue Rovender and several other aliens that have been put in prison and escape New Attica.
She discovers that Cadmus wants to destroy all alien life forms and take control of all of Orbana. Eva Nine just wants to live in peace with her family and friends, regardless of species. As she and her band of motley refugees flee from Cadmus, Eva Nine realizes that she must fight for her dream and the chance for others to live in peace as well. And so at the end of the book, she joins forces with several other alien cities to fight Cadmus and his army.
I am a fan of fantasy but not necessarily science fiction but this series is the exception. The author has created a world where fantasy and technology have merged in wonderful and strange ways. What an imagination! The overall message of being careful with what technology gives you or controls you versus the love of family and friends is written in a way that kids can understand. For those kids who loved Star Wars and Star Trek, DiTerlizzi has written an adventure series they will also love.
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Jun 18, 2012 Brenda rated it 4 of 5 stars

Summertime! At last I have read the sequel to Tony Diterlizzi’s science fiction novel, The Search for WondLa and I liked it even more than the first. It brings all that was well done in the first and adds more details to the plot, deepens the history surrounding the story and adds even more depth to the characters. The author continues to grow his wonderful world building. He creates a real sense of danger and menace to this book through the actions and choices the humans Eva Nine at long last,...more Summertime! At last I have read the sequel to Tony Diterlizzi’s science fiction novel, The Search for WondLa and I liked it even more than the first. It brings all that was well done in the first and adds more details to the plot, deepens the history surrounding the story and adds even more depth to the characters. The author continues to grow his wonderful world building. He creates a real sense of danger and menace to this book through the actions and choices the humans Eva Nine at long last, eagerly meets. You’ll be wondering, “how can this be?” at the same time you’re thinking, “of course that is how it is, just look at what we are doing here in our world.”
A Hero for Wondla starts off where the last story ended when the human pilot, Hailey Turner, arrives and claims to have come to bring Eva home. Wise, loyal Rovee agrees to join her on this fantastic journey believing that his place is by Eva’s side. Although Eva occasionally finds Hailey irritating, her excitement at meeting another of her kind quells these feelings. He promises to bring her to the human city, but first stops at his settlement outside. Here Eva meets Hailey’s wise grandfather, Vanpa. His stories ignite the flicker of a wonder, but those questions soon disappear when the glitter and color of New Attica surrounds her. Through her omnipod, one little machine, all of Eva’s history is known in the city. Because of this she is able to get all she wants and needs but something does not feel right. Even though Eva is surrounded by her kind and seems to be able to have everything she has ever wanted, she longs for Rovee and his advice. She finds herself alone and afraid, confused and conflicted.
Eva wonders why there are no aliens in this city. Why do some have everything, while others have nothing? Why is Eva the only human who knows that something good exists beyond the city’s dome? She wonders if she should follow laws to have what she needs, without a thought to the needs of others. Eva knows she is part of the human clan, but her experiences have helped her evolve into something more and this difference will save Orbana, the planet Earth has become. What Eva Nine can do for Earth – Orbana, takes time to show, but in the end it is the only thing.
Enjoy The Hero for Wondla. I hope you will be the Eva 9 among us! What courage and strength. I am looking forward to the final book in the trilogy. Hope it's not too long!
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May 12, 2012 Charlyn Trussell rated it 4 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Grades 4 and up

Shelves: adventure, dystopia, fantasy, fiction, friendship, series, strong-female-character

Eva Nine had hoped to find humans and now, accompanied by Rovee, the Caerulean who has taken the place of Muthr as her companion, she seems to have found a way. Hailey, a young pilot, promises to take her to New Attica which is populated by humans like herself and Hailey. So it is strange that when she arrives, she doesn't feel like she fits in. As she looks around she realizes that there are no aliens--and that is when she begins to worry about the fate of Rovee who has not accompanied her int...more Eva Nine had hoped to find humans and now, accompanied by Rovee, the Caerulean who has taken the place of Muthr as her companion, she seems to have found a way. Hailey, a young pilot, promises to take her to New Attica which is populated by humans like herself and Hailey. So it is strange that when she arrives, she doesn't feel like she fits in. As she looks around she realizes that there are no aliens--and that is when she begins to worry about the fate of Rovee who has not accompanied her into the city.

When she misses the curfew on her first day there and flees to the aviary to hide, she is found by a young woman she had already noticed during the day. The young woman is Eva Eight, born into the same sanctuary unit as Eva Nine--a sister also raised by Muthr. Eight introduces Eva to the activities of the night, the reason for the curfew. Apparently Cadmus is building an army using robots and alien intelligence while he simultaneously destroys aliens and turns people into mindless followers. Eva quickly realizes that she, Eight, and Rovee are in jeopardy.

Unlike so many of the citizens of New Attica, Eva cares deeply for those she's met. So, when she realizes she and Eight must escape, she also knows that she can't leave without taking Rovee with her. What follows is a frightening rescue and escape which turns into a chase. Eva had already been singled out by Cadmus for some reason and her escape with others who haven't had their curiosity removed is dangerous to his plans. Very quickly, Eva becomes responsible for the future of far more than those who have escaped with her. And so the book continues, with no clear-cut resolution at the end, but another book in this adventure to follow.

Like the first book, this book has great illustrations by the author. One doesn't expect to get this bonus in a longer fantasy, but they are a great addition, bringing the inhabitants of Orbona alive. It reminds me of the Edge Chronicles, another series I enjoyed.

Both I and one of my students had waited for this sequel, so she'll get my copy on Monday. Great fantasies with a girl as the feisty heroine aren't plentiful, so I'm more than happy to purchase them knowing they'll end up on the shelves of the school library. (And a sad note that at this time of year with my small library budget emptied, purchasing books myself if the only way my students will get the newest books.)
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Mar 19, 2013 Becky B rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: adventure, children-s-ficiton, dystopia, science-fiction

Part dystopian future world adventure story and part imaginative sci-fi, A Hero for WondLa is certainly all unique in the children's book world. The only thing it slightly reminds me of is certain kids steam punk, but even that is mostly just because of the somewhat familiar creatures with a huge twist.

A Hero for WondLa picks up right where The Search for WondLa left off. Eva Nine and Rovee have just met Hailey and he is taking them back to New Attica, the human city. Eva is described several ti...more Part dystopian future world adventure story and part imaginative sci-fi, A Hero for WondLa is certainly all unique in the children's book world. The only thing it slightly reminds me of is certain kids steam punk, but even that is mostly just because of the somewhat familiar creatures with a huge twist.

A Hero for WondLa picks up right where The Search for WondLa left off. Eva Nine and Rovee have just met Hailey and he is taking them back to New Attica, the human city. Eva is described several times as bouncing up and down with excitement at the prospect of meeting more humans and finding home. (At first the repetitious description annoyed me, but then I thought of middle school students I work with and decided that was actually a very realistic description. If excited they would be bouncing up and down. Repeatedly. For hours.) Anyway, when they get to New Attica Eva is a little put off that Rovee wanders off with Hailey's grandpa before they get into the city, but soon forgets that in the excitement and wonder of the numerous techy humans to be seen in all their technicolor glory. But Eva does not find New Attica the dream home she thought it would be, and soon finds that there are things going on that are very, very wrong. In fact, within 24 hrs Eva is making an escape with her sister, Eva Eight, Rovee, two other aliens, and Hailey to warn the rest of Orbona's cultures of the evil they have uncovered. The book ends with Eva still in the thick of this. Evidently the WondLa books are going to be a trilogy, but I can't find any information about the title of the third book or when it is coming out. Great. Stuck in the middle of a world in conflict for who knows how long. (Those of you who don't like waiting or suspense may want to forgo these books until the 3rd makes an appearance.)

I continue to love DiTerlizzi's imaginative creatures. I also love how Eva Nine is compassionate, loyal, and willing to see beyond physical or stereotypical differences. DiTerlizzi did a pretty good job of continuing to give her a fairly authentic 12 yr old voice, but allowing her to mature under the pressures and troubles she's faced. That said, there are times when I felt she sounded a touch too old or mature. That didn't stop me from liking and cheering for her, though. Some of the story line got a little weird, like old Dr Who sci-fi weird-ish. (view spoiler) However, I do still want Eva & gang to beat the evil humans and save Orbona and meet more fantastic new creatures roaming around, so I'll be looking forward to the next book. If it ever comes out.

Notes on content: There was one mild swear word. There is no sexual content. There is a bit of violence, as the humans do not like that Eva Nine and friends are trying to foil their plans. Brain probes, sonic blasts, ship crashes, electric shock darts, and animal attacks all threaten or happen to various characters. The brain probes are the only thing described in any kind of gross detail. Eva Nine is also injured in a crash and starts coughing up blood.

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Jul 19, 2012 Jessi Hafeman rated it 4 of 5 stars

This book is very philisophical for a children's book. Its very environmentally oriented, yet it was also an easy enough read for me to devour it in 2 days. No kidding! DiTerlizzi captures readers with his vivid imagination and gorgeous illustrations!

I think this is one of the first books I've read where a 12-year-old girl sounds, acts, gets angry, and thinks like a 12 year old. In so many other stories, the 12 year olds think like adults and perform superhuman actions. This book gives Eva a gr...more

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May 02, 2012 Kim McGee rated it 5 of 5 stars

It is a rare thing when the second book wows me the way the first book did but I am happy to say that I am still madly in love with WondLa! Eva Nine and friends old and new have made their way on the ship Bijou to the human colony of New Attica with hopes that Eva will find her WondLa and feel at home. Not to spoil the story I will just say that all is not what she hoped for and Eva continues with guidance from the wise Rovender Kitt ,an alien who is all heart, to search for truth and justice in...more

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Apr 01, 2013 Jessica rated it 5 of 5 stars

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As the epilogue of The Search for WondLa left off on a bit of a cliff-hanger, A Hero for WondLa picks up right away. Instantly, we get to meet the newest character, Hailey, who I simply cannot take seriously due to his name, among other things. We see he's kind of a preoccupied jerk, and then we get to go right back to 'ohmygosh yes yes I want to explore Orbona in an airship!' Alas, that's not how it goes. I would have still read it if that's what it had been....more

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Jun 18, 2012 Ashley rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book was just as amazing as the first in its series! I'm REALLY looking forward for the next book... I hope it comes out soon!!!!

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Feb 22, 2013 Helen rated it 5 of 5 stars

I can think of no other way to describe this book (and the one that proceeds it The Search For WondLa) other than to call it fantastical science fiction. The story follows Eva Nine as she explores the world she emerges into from the Sanctuary where she has always lived. It is a world far different from what she was taught to expect, in ways both beautiful and terrifying. The characters are incredibly original, but never to the point of not being easy to relate to or lovable. Also, this book exce...more

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Jun 05, 2012 Elizabeth La Lettrice rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: dystopia-future-fiction

I realize I don't have a review of the first book in the series: The Search for WondLa as I read the ARC before my Goodreads days... :)

I didn't realize how much I really loved the first book until I got midway through the second. I mean, I must have really liked it if I picked up the second, right? I think I picked up the second more for the fact that a book of this much imagination and uniqueness (I'm referring to the first, of course) does not always get the attention it deserves. Had anyone e...more I realize I don't have a review of the first book in the series: The Search for WondLa as I read the ARC before my Goodreads days... :)

I didn't realize how much I really loved the first book until I got midway through the second. I mean, I must have really liked it if I picked up the second, right? I think I picked up the second more for the fact that a book of this much imagination and uniqueness (I'm referring to the first, of course) does not always get the attention it deserves. Had anyone else heard anything of the first book when it came out? I hadn't. I don't know anyone who has read it. And I was having some trouble coming up with reasons on why to recommend it. After all, it's classified as middle-grade fiction in the bookstore - an area that hasn't really gotten AS MUCH of the crossover effect of the YA/Teen books. I only mention this because I think it’s a pretty hefty book for a middle-grade reader, with an advanced vocabulary (for that age, or so I think anyway), and it has a complexity to the story that is not as typical for the age group. I think it could have more success with those of us adults (woof) that like crossover.

DiTerlizzi creates a magical, futuristic world where aliens and humans all cohabit (but don't mix?). The world seems so grand and yet so small at the same time. Almost as though humans and aliens catapulted to this strange existence leaving much of their present situation unspoken – amongst themselves mostly but also each other. (Though of course this thought could be a result of the series doing what series do, leaving unanswered questions for future books. And I don't mean that that's too distracting in this case. Just an interesting aspect of the story that can be reflected on our present society and topics that we tend to ignore because of that inherent desire to get away from it all.) I think about one of the alien societies in this second book that thought they could maintain a peaceful existence by remaining isolated from the rest of the world. (On a more literal note, they live in homes that are elevated off the ground.) Sounds ideal, right? But how can a society grow if no one leaves the nest? Rovender Kitt, companion to our protagonist, brings this idea home in this second installment. Our conception of home and societal obligations and the importance of communication and all these other grand “things” are topics to ponder over a very entertaining children’s novel.

I am being extremely boring in this review. I get it. What I do want to get across is that this is a fun and interesting book (unlike my review!) and that it should be read slowly, absorbed, and reflected upon. There is much more to this story that adults (and you intelligent childrens) can pick up on and appreciate and I really felt the growth in the second novel that allowed me to appreciate the work (as a whole) more.

I might add more later. I really like this one.
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Jun 17, 2012 Mandyfujita rated it 4 of 5 stars

This was a wonderful book that was second in the trilogy of the Wondla world. Eva 9 and her friend Rovender Kitt have a way to go to the New Attica city where other humans are. Hailey Turner is the pilot of the Bijou who takes them there. Once she gets into the city, she see how everyone is kind of the same. Cadmus Pryde is like the governor of the city who takes care of his flock of followers. Eva 9 adapts well to her every situation. If she was a computer program, she would be the ultimate ar...more

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Aug 03, 2012 Andrew rated it 5 of 5 stars

I was anticipating the sequel for months. Tony Diterlizzi does a great job of painting the picture of alien life forms and futuristic technology. The illustrations are beautiful and really portray the chapter ahead. In the sequal,the characters are deeper and more complex than in the first book. In the first story, although Rovender acts debatably at first, he quickly becomes Eva’s friend. Besteel is immediately shown as a villan. In the second book, however, the lines between “good guys” and “b...more

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Oct 01, 2012 Krista rated it 2 of 5 stars

Wow. Rick Riordan blurbed this. Suzanne Collins blurbed this.

But, if the first book missed the mark, this one misses the side of the building upon which the mark is, well, marked.

I rarely wish for more illustrations but this book should have been a graphic novel, as DiTerlizzi's prose leaves too much unsaid. The plot piles on with too many complications and ideas and the characters are poorly drawn and unrealistic. And, yeah, I know it's a fantasy novel, but good fantasy makes you believe. This...more

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Aug 19, 2012 Dorine White rated it 5 of 5 stars

Book two, A Hero For Wondla, just came out in May, 2012. The story picks up right were it left off, with Eva Nine learning about the existence of other humans. But, what should be a welcome homecoming turns into a nightmare, and Eva is forced to choose between her new alien friends and the humans.

The book brings up a common theme I find in lots of sci-fi/fantasy lately. The idea that the aliens are the good guys and the evil humans are there to take over the world. I'm getting a little tired of...more

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Mar 31, 2013 Amanda Northrup rated it 4 of 5 stars

This sequel refuses to stay in any pre-established genre box. Where book 1 was pretty firmly in the "adventures on another planet" category, this book flirts with dystopia, alien battles, and creepy spiritual creatures. Somehow, Tony DiTerlizzi makes all of these pieces fit together seamlessly.

I really enjoyed how the story of Eva Nine has grown more complex. Eva's character is really evolving and her world has grown from the tiny Sanctuary to a world with inter-species politics. At first I tho...more

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Sep 06, 2012 Krista (CubicleBlindness Reviews) rated it 5 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I listened to the audiobook on this one, so as the summary indicates there are illustrations in the novel, I did not get to see those, other than what is posted online. I hope to buy this series in Hardback set, it's worth it and I love this story. I haven't felt this good about a middle grade series in years. It's imaginative and will pull you in.

This series is meant to be read in order. There are several references to the events of the first book throughout book 2.

Finally after all her travels...more I listened to the audiobook on this one, so as the summary indicates there are illustrations in the novel, I did not get to see those, other than what is posted online. I hope to buy this series in Hardback set, it's worth it and I love this story. I haven't felt this good about a middle grade series in years. It's imaginative and will pull you in.

This series is meant to be read in order. There are several references to the events of the first book throughout book 2.

Finally after all her travels Eva Nine finds her way to New Attica. But after the newness begins to wear off she finds that it's not anything like she really imagined it would be. There are strict rules, medical experiments and secrets and the discovery of a sister.

Eva Nine is a strong and determined main character. She learns by listening and observing. Her past experiences give her some intuition on what to watch and listen for. Like the Harry Potter series, the Wondla series has very different levels of ideas brought to the table. The growth of yourself through your experiences and standing up for your beliefs and those you care for. Also the social and political interactions between beings and betterment of society altogether. (we view both positive and negative interactions)

I was a little torn between how I felt with the narrator of the audiobook Teri Hatcher. For one I loved her speaking voice, she does the character impersonation very well and the emotions came through. The pronunciation and the slowing of speech during parts of the story where sometimes hard for me to push through, as I am used to a fast reading pace. But I think that for the younger listeners (in which this story was intended for) will not have these same issues and it may even help them understand the story better.

The best part about choosing the audiobook option for this book is the fact that on the physical CD's there is a picture. When you take a snapshot of that picture with your webcam you will be taken to a website full of adventures and games that continue on into this imaginative world this author has created.

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May 20, 2012 Kevin rated it 4 of 5 stars

This second book brings all that was well done about the first and adds in more details and more depth to the characters.DiTerlizzi continues his wonderful world building and adds in a real sense of danger and menace to this book in the form of the humans Eva Nine finally meets.

Like all good world builders, DiTerlizzi has created a world filled with interesting creatures and cultures that seem to have ancient and complex histories behind them. And just when you being to think the story might be...more

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May 21, 2012 Adam Silvera rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 70-reads-for-2012, shelf-awareness-reviews, signed-copy

ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED AS A STARRED REVIEW ON SHELF AWARENESS.

In this much-anticipated sequel to The Search for WondLa, Tony DiTerlizzi (the Spiderwick Chronicles) answers many of the lingering questions with futuristic world-building and confident storytelling.

The first book ended with a startling realization: Eva Nine, who believed she was the sole human in a world of aliens, meets another human--a pilot named Hailey, who arrives to "bring [her] back home" from the wilds of Orbona. This sequel p...more

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Feb 04, 2013 Majuchan rated it 4 of 5 stars

What the?! I was looking for a map to help me understand Orbona... and then, only to find out the map can be found after the whole story!!

Never Abandon Imagination

Wow. What a ride. What an adventure.

I can't get enough of Eva Nine and Rovee in Orbona, so I jumped onto this installment of WondLa after I finished the first book. Good thing, my beloved already bought me a copy. Splee!

The idea of a futuristic human colony in a waste land Earth, seems to be like The Lorax, but this one is much darker,...more

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Jul 18, 2012 Anne rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: youth-mg-ya

To me this was much more predictable than the first in terms of plot - I saw the end game clearly in just the first chapters and was sad to find out I was right.
Also, I just was not into the newly introduced Eva 8 as a character. I didn't understand why she did the things she did, although I liked the premise of her. Also, 9's many transformations in this book were unintentionally off-putting for me - (view spoiler)...more

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May 18, 2012 Haley =) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: trimester-3

Out of all the books Iv'e read, the wondla series is one of the best. the only problem is I loved this book so much when I was reading it, that I finished it FOUR DAYS after it was released, and it ends with a serious cliff hanger. I honestly think that I won't make it until the next one comes out. but anyway, this is really, really, really, really, (pause to take a breath), really, REALLY good book, and is one of the few books, that is actually as good as, or even better, than the first in the...more

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Oct 30, 2012 Cathrine Bonham rated it 4 of 5 stars

I loved it. The story picks up right where The Search for WondLa leaves off. Eva has met another Human, a young man named Hailey, now she just needs to decide if she can trust him. Hailey takes Eva and Rovee back to New Atticca, the human colony and from there the action picks up and doesn't stop. Each page brings more excitement, more danger and more secrets than a post apocalyptic Earth should have.

The only thing keeping this book for a full five stars is the Evolution based "Be one with natur...more

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New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, Tony DiTerlizzi, has been creating books with Simon and Schuster for over a decade. From his fanciful picture books like, "Jimmy Zangwow’s Out-of-this-World Moon Pie Adventure", "Adventure of Meno" (with his wife, Angela) and "The Spider & The Fly" (a Caldecott Honor book), to chapter books like "Kenny and The Dragon" and "The Search for WondL...more

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