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Crimson Rising (Skyship Academy #2)

by Nick James (Goodreads Author)

3.9 of 5 stars 3.90 · rating details · 143 ratings · 26 reviews

Our best-selling sci-fi series continues

Following their dramatic showdown in Seattle, Jesse Fisher and Cassius Stevenson find their world’s been turned inside out. The faculty at Skyship Academy is keeping Jesse a prisoner in his own home, fearful of his influence over Pearls. And Cassius, once a loyal Pearlhound for the Unified Party, has been pushed into hiding, fearful...more

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Published September 8th 2012 by Flux

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Oct 25, 2012 Candace rated it 4 of 5 stars

Spoiler free review of Book Two (for one and two), but the description may have some spoilers, so you may want to skip that.

It was probably two months since I read the first book but it was about right amount of time between the two because I still remembered everything but I wasn't burnt out on the world (which tends to happen to me). This one starts out about 4 months after the last one ended and we get a little caught up with what everyone has been up to before the story really goes crazy. I...more

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Sep 02, 2012 Ravenous Biblioworm rated it 3 of 5 stars

Rating: 3/5

The action was there from page one. The intrigue was heightened with the new details introduced in this second book. This book was as enjoyable as the first book. Then why the point drop? For me, I felt the characters lost their charm in a way.

Crimson Rising starts off with Cassius running from the Slum Lords in a Canadian city. Remember, the world is devastated and isn't the same as the one we live in. Part of the book is told from Cassuis' perspective even though it's told in third...more Rating: 3/5

The action was there from page one. The intrigue was heightened with the new details introduced in this second book. This book was as enjoyable as the first book. Then why the point drop? For me, I felt the characters lost their charm in a way.

Crimson Rising starts off with Cassius running from the Slum Lords in a Canadian city. Remember, the world is devastated and isn't the same as the one we live in. Part of the book is told from Cassuis' perspective even though it's told in third person. Cassius' change of personality was a hard transition. Sure, so he's been lied to and betrayed by his "Mommy" figure. You would expect anger and determination. He has a little of that but for the most part, he acts like a whipping boy, and just turns over and becomes meek and all he wants to do is run away. Whereas the first book he has almost no qualms about killing people, and is determined to bring Jesse in by any means, in this book he's suddenly feeble and wants to save everyone and be the "nice" guy. Even suggesting to keep a violent murderous person on their ship for "information" as a lame excuse. Of course, when the bad guy escapes and becomes all bad guy bad ass to the heroes, they act like it was so unexpected. Really? You're surprised, Cassius? You thought you can handle the person? Really? I with Jesse, you should have left that villain on the ground with a few dozen bullet holes in his skull (bullet holes my thoughts not Jesse's). But I guess you have to have tension somehow. Even though this bad guy have to look for the brothers as they are integral to the plot's over arcing plot in bad guy's means to win. I didn't like it. It didn't feel right with me. That decision (of keeping the bad guy even when the most logical thing to do was toss his butt of the plane/ship) and Cassius' sudden need to be a humanitarian didn't seem right when compared to the first book.

I also noticed a drop in setting descriptions. There were still there in the book. And some scenes it was vivid and yet subtle, but the consistency didn't feel the same as the first book. It was sporadic. I felt in the first book the bleak setting helped emphasized the drastic changed world, giving more detail and support to the plot and mood of the story. In this second book, the details of setting was there, but only to give an immediate feel of the moment at hand. Not to paint the world.

Which makes me question: Was this series written in one go and edited separately for separated publishing dates? Or written separately completely? They still retained the same plot, characters, but some of the supporting details, like world building, and characterization changed some, being not as effective or wasn't as consistent. To clarify, the details were there, I'm not saying they are missing completely, it just felt different from the first book, not as neatly wrapped together.

Of course, a lot more is happening in this second book compared to the first. More information is given, making the plot more understandable and likable. There's a vastly better understanding as to what and why the green pearls exists and there's the introduction to the new red pearls. Plot wise, Crimson Rising is more intense and more edge of your seat interesting than the first book. The bad guy is more evil and deadly and just more ... bad. Which was good because it made me want to root for the good guys.

Overall, I stilled enjoyed this book a lot. I greatly enjoy the storyline and will continue on to the next book.

Verdict: Read. Pick up the first book though or you'll miss some important things.

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Jul 16, 2012 Vicki rated it 3 of 5 stars

This is Book Two in a several book saga titled Skyship Academy, and I am here to tell you that I would have been well served to read Book One first!

(I know...duhhh!!)

This sci fi young adult saga takes place a hundred or so years into the future. At this time planet Earth has been devastated by war and the onset of global warming. Warring factions of the survivors have separated into three camps: those who live in Chosen Cities, which are domed and climate controlled; those Separatists who liv...more This is Book Two in a several book saga titled Skyship Academy, and I am here to tell you that I would have been well served to read Book One first!

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This sci fi young adult saga takes place a hundred or so years into the future. At this time planet Earth has been devastated by war and the onset of global warming. Warring factions of the survivors have separated into three camps: those who live in Chosen Cities, which are domed and climate controlled; those Separatists who live in huge airships far above the Earth's surface; and third, those unfortunate folks who dwell in The Fringes, still on Earth, but in decaying cities in intense heat.

The author does make many references to events that occur in the first book, but trust me, all does not become clear as a result! Part of the reason is that so many layers of plot have been built in the previous book that re-telling that would have seemed like way too much redundancy to the better informed reader.

This is certainly not just a rehash of the first book, The Pearl Wars, and in fact author Nick James uses so many plot twists and turns that it takes real concentration to keep up, if like me, the reader has stepped in in the middle of the story. Jesse and Cassius meet in the first book and come to find out they share a common heritage and should be fighting on the same side. In Book Two, Crimson Rising, they are separated but still communicating. They have found out that their origin is on another planet in another solar system. Sent to Earth as children they have just learned what had been expected of them, and they are lagging far behind in building the army they are expected to have waiting when their parents and other allies arrive from the dying planet Haven. The green pearls that have been falling to earth and have been hoarded as powerful energy sources by both the domed cities and the skyships, are actually containers for individual travelers from their home planet. Jesse is gifted with the ability to open the pearls and set them free, but first he has to find them. The green pearls seem to gravitate toward him and he seems to have an ESP-type ability to communicate with the individuals inside. But now red pearls are appearing and Jesse is burned when he tries to touch one.

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Aug 12, 2012 Stephen rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012

Full Disclosure: I received an Advanced Reader's Copy of Starship Academy: Crimson Rising from Flux Books.

It's been a year since I read Skyship Academy The Pearl Wars 1. My advice to anyone who wants to read Crimson Rising is to read (or re-read) Pearl Wars before picking this one up. I'd forgotten a lot, so I wish it had all been fresh in my mind. Fortunately, that didn't take anything away from my enjoyment of the story, as I quickly got lost in the adventure.

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Jun 18, 2012 Adrienne Amborski rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: teen-titles

Readers of Skyship Academy: The Pearl Wars will not be disappointed in this second entry of a planned trilogy. A perfect blend of the popular dystopian genre and science fiction; Skyship Academy: Crimson Rising allows readers to continue the story of the mysterious extraterrestrial green pearls used to power a post-apocalyptic Earth that has been ravaged by environmental decay and chemical attacks. In alternating chapters, duo protagonists and newly united brothers, Jesse and Cassius struggle to...more

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May 18, 2012 Cassandra (The Book & Movie Dimension blogger) rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: dystopian, to-review, sciencefiction, received-for-review, young-adult, favorites

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In Skyship Academy: The Pearl Wars, we learned that Jesse and Cassius both are Drifters or simply put aliens from out of Earth. Jesse and Cassiu's parents had lived on until their planet became unstable so they had to send their people off their planet , although The Authority who is composed of people who are coming from Haven (Jesse Fisher and Cassius Stevenson's home planet) who happen to be Shifters and are capable of...more --Full, non-spoiler review courtesy at Book & Movie Dimension a Blog--

In Skyship Academy: The Pearl Wars, we learned that Jesse and Cassius both are Drifters or simply put aliens from out of Earth. Jesse and Cassiu's parents had lived on until their planet became unstable so they had to send their people off their planet , although The Authority who is composed of people who are coming from Haven (Jesse Fisher and Cassius Stevenson's home planet) who happen to be Shifters and are capable of manipulating a rare element called Ridium are trying to bring down the opposition of Green Pearl Drifters who are really part of the Rebellion of Haven. Ridium is a special pure black substance that has . The Authority are Haven's royalty including the branch of all Shifters but are now enemies to Jesse and Cassius as well as all Drifters since Jesses and Cassiu's parents are members of the rebellion against the monarchy full of Shifters. You see part of the reason, Haven had become unstable was because of the shifters manipulating Ridium in the first place which made Haven very much unhospitable environmentally-wise. Adaylla and Savon (Founders of Haven's resistance) had rebelled against the wishes of The Authority when they didn't want to cooperate in conquering Earth as their planet collapsed. Finally, we learn that Jesse is the Pearl Breaker while Cassius is the one who harnesses the recess energy from Jesse's pearl breaking into fire power. They are Earth's hope to truly stop The Authority from invading Earth. In Crimson Rising, Jesse searches for a way to build an army of Green Pearl Drifters before The Authority reaches Earth although stopping events from unfolding can go both ways. Jesse encouters a Red Pearl for the first time that seems to be a member of the dangerous Authority. Jesse is distracted though occasionally since Avery the girl he really likes had previously been captured. With Avery's return they meet Theo who quickly becomes one of the most dangerous enemies of the brothers. Theo really shows us the dangerous but amazing powers of a Shifter who can control Ridium. Jesse in the end must suffer losses even as he must remain strong for the war that inevitably looms between the Green Pearls Breakers Drifters and Red Pearl Drifters.

Nick Jame's Skyship Academy: Crimson Rising was very entertaining. To be honest here and now while did get immersed in Skyship Academy: The Pearl Wars was much slower reading in pace or ocassionally loss any alarming quality that would keep you at the edge of your seat while you took it in. Now with Crimson Rising the potential that actually knew existed from The Pearl Wars exceeded in expectations in Crimson Rising. Got umbelievably far better. The action, a huge wow, increased to a kick-start by several degrees. A lot of things are moving into the grandeur scheme of the stale-mate between Green Pearl Drifters and Red Pearl Drifters which is rather good. The action and adventure also increased to any readers who had previously enjoyed Skyship Academy: The Pearl Wars (which did, by the way). Given to you the reader as short and sweet: Awesome Science Fiction reading!
Overall: Amazing read!
Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Steampunk, Young Adult (less)

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Sep 27, 2012 Readinista rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: sci-fi-space-and-aliens

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Before I start, I should preface this review with… if you haven’t read the first book in the Skyship Academy series, The Pearl Wars, then you shouldn’t read this review until you do. It’s for your own good. Feel free check out my review of The Pearl Wars if you are wondering what the first book is like. To those who did read The Pearl Wars and it’s been awhile, I recommend re-reading parts of the book to help bring you up to speed. The author does reminisc...more For more reviews, go www.readinista.com.

Before I start, I should preface this review with… if you haven’t read the first book in the Skyship Academy series, The Pearl Wars, then you shouldn’t read this review until you do. It’s for your own good. Feel free check out my review of The Pearl Wars if you are wondering what the first book is like. To those who did read The Pearl Wars and it’s been awhile, I recommend re-reading parts of the book to help bring you up to speed. The author does reminisce for too long on the first book, which I personally like, but isn’t helpful if you are a little foggy on the details. A quick reread of certain parts should remedy this.

Author Nick James delivers a fantastic sequel to The Pearl Wars. Crimson Rising is action packed, intriguing, and impossible to put down. In Crimson Rising, everything goes wrong for Cassius Stevenson and Jesse Fisher. After a discovery in Seattle that changes everything about who they are and what they know, they are now on a mission to save the other drifters. However, their mission is put on hold when they become prisoners in their own homes. Jesse doesn’t let the strict rules and watchful eye stop him from his mission, he finds a way to defy orders and get past the guards. It’s not long before he makes another incredible discovery that will change everything again.

I would venture to say that Crimson Rising is better than The Pearl Wars, and I don’t normally say that about sequels. Crimson Rising felt a little more mature and more like it was for an older audience. The main characters have grown up as well and they end up in a lot tough situations. Jesse and Cassius are separated for most of the book too so they are each going through their own issues. They have to be strong and keep their determination in order to survive.

Just like with the first book, Nick James keeps you guessing and wondering what’s going to happen next. James has a knack for creating unique stories that are so new and different that it’s impossible to know what to expect. Right when you think it’s going to go one direction it all changes. Crimson Rising is a well crafted story that’s also refreshingly different. I can’t wait for the next(less)

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Apr 28, 2013 Evie rated it 5 of 5 stars

Crimson Rising totally awed me! It's a furiously fast-paced blend of action and science fiction set against a well-developed post-apocalyptic backdrop. A fantastic, intensely readable sequel to one of my favorite books of 2011!

Cassius is on the run. After he betrayed Madam and destroyed a government building, he was forced to escape to Canada's Polar Cities. His plan was to lie low, stay out of the radar of the Unified Party and learn how to control his newly awakened power. Ever since he ran...more Crimson Rising totally awed me! It's a furiously fast-paced blend of action and science fiction set against a well-developed post-apocalyptic backdrop. A fantastic, intensely readable sequel to one of my favorite books of 2011!

Cassius is on the run. After he betrayed Madam and destroyed a government building, he was forced to escape to Canada's Polar Cities. His plan was to lie low, stay out of the radar of the Unified Party and learn how to control his newly awakened power. Ever since he ran into Jesse four months ago, his power has been growing, flames burning inside him, putting Cassius and everyone around him in a great danger.

Their chance meeting triggered Jesse's power, too. A different kind of power, one that allows him to break Pearls. Since the Scarlet Bombings, the entire world has been relying on Pearls for energy. No one knew where they came from or why they kept falling from the sky. And as long as they helped power the Bio-Nets, Chosen Cities and Skypships, they didn't care. It wasn't until Jesse broke the first Pearl, that they realized what they held inside.

And that's when they discovered the truth about their origin, mission and destiny. They're not only brothers, they're also the first Drifters to land on Earth. They're mission was to break the Pearls, freeing others of their kind - including their parents, founders of Haven's Resistance - and prepare for what's to come. An invasion that would lead to complete annihilation of the human race.

I absolutely loved the first book in Nick Jame's Skyship Academy series, The Pearl Wars. It was such a great, well thought-out, breath taking roller coaster of a book, my mind was literally blown to pieces. And guess what?! Crimson Rising is even better! The non-stop action is dizzying at times, but so, SO good! I was glued to this book. The 360 pages flew by in a blink of an eye!

The worldbuiling and character development is very impressive. Throughout the book, we learn so many things about the world, the history and the characters! The Pearl Wars left me wondering about some of the aspects of the story. I wanted to learn more about Pearls and the Drifters inside of them, the planet they were coming from and why they decided to leave and come to Earth. I also wanted to learn more about Cassius, Jesse and Avery. Thankfully, Crimson Rising provides some really good answers, expanding the world and exploring the history of both Earth and Haven (for example, we learn more about the Scarlet Bombings mentioned in the first book!). In fact, I was amazed at how neatly everything came together.

I really enjoyed the alternating POVs in the Crimson Rising. Jesse's POV is in the first-person, while Cassius' is in the third, and that seems to work really well for the story. Initially, I thought I'd probably enjoy this book even more if both of them were in first-person, but I must say I don't think so any more. Jesse is the lead character and, while Cassius is very important and essential to the story, it's Jesse's thoughts and feelings that take the front seat. I did, however, really enjoy all the insights into Cassius' psyche. He seemed to have a hard time accepting the fact that his brother's power is to "give life" by breaking Pearls and freeing the Drifters, while his own is more of a destructive one.

The ending is explosive. Nick James sure knows how to end on a totally epic note! The final scenes are beautifully executed, full of pathos and cathartic feelings. My heart was pounding fast, I was scared, but also hopeful and proud of Jesse and Cassius! The pep talk Avery gives Jesse in one of the final chapters is phenomenal. I couldn't help but to feel excited and pumped-up myself. The passion in the delivery of the closing lines is insane. I had goosebumps all over! I am dying to read the final book in the series and find out how this epic story ends!

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Dec 10, 2012 Hannah rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012

After the showdown in Seattle at the end of Pearl Wars, Jesse Fisher and Cassius Stevenson realize there is a lot they have yet to uncover about their home planet and family. The Skyship Academy is now basically holding Jesse prisoner, assigning him an older-brother-type gaurd and sentencing him to what basically amounts to a time out. Cassius is now on the run — from his original home of the Unified Party, and also from his original enemies, the Academy itself.

This story jumped straight into th...more After the showdown in Seattle at the end of Pearl Wars, Jesse Fisher and Cassius Stevenson realize there is a lot they have yet to uncover about their home planet and family. The Skyship Academy is now basically holding Jesse prisoner, assigning him an older-brother-type gaurd and sentencing him to what basically amounts to a time out. Cassius is now on the run — from his original home of the Unified Party, and also from his original enemies, the Academy itself.

This story jumped straight into the action, similar to the first novel. Jesse, the Pearlbreaker, finds a new red pearl that he is unable to break, or even touch. A new character is brought into the mix — Theo — a young child who is incredibly dangerous and has an even more deadly secret (that I won’t spoil). Along with Theo, Jesse and Cassius have to deal with enemy aliens who are trying to exterminate humanity and take over the planet. They are, what some might call, in over their heads.

Crimson Rising was incredibly fast-paced. The action is well-done and interesting, and even stepped up a notch from The Pearl Wars. Though it had been a few months since I read the first one, the narrative did a great job at bringing me right back into the world of the characters. I loved every bit of Avery and Jesse’s interactions; Cassius, on the other hand… I will say I liked his parts — he is a fugitive on the run from the domineering woman he thought was his mother! However, while I feel Jesse was definitely the main character of the story, I wish I would have gotten more of Cassius’s side.

I would have to recommend reading the The Pearl Wars first, for obvious reasons, and because it was a great start to an intriguing world. Crimson Rising made me want to invest even more time into the world that Nick James created. Learning about the aliens’ home planet and the manipulations of a fascinating and dangerous element, Ridium, satisfied my inner sci-fi desires. If you enjoy sci-fi or post apocalyptic worlds, I would absolutely recommend this incredibly fast paced action novel.(less)

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Sep 20, 2012 Lindsi added it

Shelves: ala-2012-california, own-arc, signed-books

I was really happy to get my hands on the second book in the Skyship Academy series. I enjoyed following Jesse and Cassius through the first book, and it was like visiting old friends when I started Crimson Rising. I easily fell back into the story and the lives of the characters.

Speaking of characters, they constantly kept me on my toes. I felt a sense of urgency throughout the book... like the characters needed to be moving forward. I wanted answers, and sometimes the drama unfolding around e...more

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Dec 13, 2012 Gary rated it 5 of 5 stars

I can't believe Nick outdid himself with this sequel!

Wow.

Y'all need to get this series out there. Nick James is an underrated YA writer!

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Following their dramatic showdown in Seattle, Jesse Fisher and Cassius Stevenson find their world’s been turned inside out. The faculty at Skyship Academy is keeping Jesse a prisoner in his own home, fearful of his influence over Pearls. And Cassius, once a loyal Pearlhound for the Unified Party, has been pushed into hiding, fearful of his government's...more

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Apr 19, 2012 Ny rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-release

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I really love the Skyship Academy series as it has given me a fresh look on science fiction books at a whole. The concept is just so fresh and unique that you can't help but to enjoy it. This novel had a lot of action and and just entertaining scenes as a whole. Once again the story is told from the different perspectives of Jesse and Cassius. Even though they are brothers they are completely different characters, ye...more

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Apr 21, 2012 Erica rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-sophomore-challenge

4.5 stars

Crimson Rising was a very different book from its predecessor, The Pearl Wars. I liked and enjoyed it, but Crimson Rising followed a completely path than I was imagining. Science fiction is such an underdog genre I feel like - there's not a ton of it in YA, but when there is a science fiction YA, it blows my socks off with the sheer awesome of it.

The first half of Crimson Rising was good, but it was the second half that really sold me. There were a few shaky moments throughout the first...more 4.5 stars

Crimson Rising was a very different book from its predecessor, The Pearl Wars. I liked and enjoyed it, but Crimson Rising followed a completely path than I was imagining. Science fiction is such an underdog genre I feel like - there's not a ton of it in YA, but when there is a science fiction YA, it blows my socks off with the sheer awesome of it.

The first half of Crimson Rising was good, but it was the second half that really sold me. There were a few shaky moments throughout the first chunk, but those were completely forgiven with the awesome that was the second half. Crimson Rising was action packed and intense - I was on the edge of my seat for probably the last 50 pages of the book, flipping pages so fast to see what was happening and how things were turning out.

The premise of these books is just so fresh and unique, which makes them so fun to read. There were so many twists and turns throughout this book, and I couldn't see any of them coming. Crimson Rising really ends on a high note, and I cannot wait to see where Jesse and Cassius's story will go from here.

I still feel like I wanted more answers. Crimson Rising answers quite a few of the questions I had in The Pearl Wars, but I still would love to a bit more about the government, Madame, and the Skyships. The focus is really turned away from those aspects in Crimson Rising, but Nick James has crafted such a neat, cool world, and that history I think would be just fascinating.

I loved the new characters in Crimson Rising, and I loved getting to know the books of the first book a bit better. Ryel was pretty cool - he had a smaller role, but I thought he was awesome. Jesse and Cassius both grew on me in this book - I liked them enough in The Pearl Wars, but they definitely developed a lot between then and in Crimson Rising.

Nick James is one heck of a writer, and I cannot wait to see what is next for him. I don't think I loved Crimson Rising quite as much as The Pearl Wars, but it was still pretty darn good. I see this series as one of those rare gems, and think everyone should read it. I'm just gonna end with: read it, it's awesome.(less)

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Oct 20, 2012 Colin rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: youngadultlit, speculativefiction, fiction, series

This series has a lot going for it. It's creative. The world-building and plot feel unique, even though it also has standard elements for the genre. The characters are conflicted and complicated. It has good pacing and action. Even though it's been awhile since I read the first one, this one made sense. And the ending left me going, "Fuck. Now I have to wait for book three." WIN.

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Oct 27, 2012 Ji Mei ^_^ rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: future-fiction, adventure-fiction, science-fiction, thriller-suspense

The moment I picked up this book, I couldn't stop. It was so exciting, dynamic, and full of action. I liked how Jesse gained some backbone in this one compared to the first book. The plot thickens with the rise of a new enemy and I'm so excited for the third one! I like the characters more in this one, but Cassius doesn't seem to have much about him compared with Jesse. And I'm not sure if it's because I read the first one a while ago, but there seemed a little connection as to how Jesse gained...more

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Sep 15, 2012 Francesca Borzi rated it 4 of 5 stars

Read The Pearl Wars and Crimson Rising back to back. Excellent story, taut action, loads of twists in the plot. Really an excellent adventure. Kinda left me wanting for more, but it doesn't look like there's a schedule for a book 3. Do any of you know if and when there'll be another one?

All in all highly recommended read

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Jul 31, 2012 Anja Manning rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: first-reads, ya-dystopias, 2012

What a great sequel to "The Pearl Wars". This is another novel I could not put down. The combination of science fiction and dystopia is flawless, and the characters are very well developed. The book is somewhat 'darker' than the previous one, but still an exciting, page-turning read.

The story-telling of this series is truly exceptional and I cannot wait for future books by this author. Until then, I may just re-read this one.

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May 13, 2013 Liquidshark rated it 4 of 5 stars

although i think the main character is volatile, self obsessed and stupid, i also have to agree that he's no stupider than most 15 year old. great story non the less

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Apr 24, 2013 Chip rated it 4 of 5 stars

There was less surprise for me in this title. With the reveal at the end of The Pearl Wars , a huge number of options were open to the author. While the were a few fantastic moments related to the reveal, but they were not overwhelming to the story. This still resulted in the suspense was not quite so intensely as before. I look forward to the third title.

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Mar 19, 2013 Joey Thompson rated it 5 of 5 stars

evan better than the first and want to read the third book

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Feb 01, 2013 Jonathan rated it 5 of 5 stars

awesome... red pearl

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Jan 26, 2013 Josie rated it 3 of 5 stars

I found this book a lot harder to read. The story line is fantastic but the sentence structure was harder for me. I found myself skim reading frequently. But I enjoyed the story and look forward to the next book.

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Nov 04, 2012 Traci Haley rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012, sci-fi, teenbooks, series-books, dystopian-apocalyptic

This was a little harder to get into than the first, but once the action picked up, I really enjoyed it. I'm truly hoping that everything will work out well for the characters in the end, because I've really come to care about them.

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Sep 27, 2012 Lidia rated it 4 of 5 stars

Book two was better than book 1. It's still YA... it still has it's flaws. BUT what a great story. The end left me crazy for book 3 and sadly I don't even know when it will be written. It was enjoyably suspenseful and I love that it's actual Sci-Fi and not a bunch of paranormal fantasy romances with gorgeous mythological creatures. Good job Mr. James. Keep it up! *ahhh* Book 3 HURRY!!!

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May 13, 2013 Karl Shaffer rated it 5 of 5 stars

Great story... leaves ya hanging though.

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May 06, 2012 WilowRaven rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: netgalley, read-not-owned

Full review to come closer to release date BUT you should all know this book was fabulous! A great sequel, a great series and I need book 3 like now!

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May 10, 2013 Sarah rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2013, free-library, fiction, ya-childrens, sci-fi

it was fine. i didn't love it as much as the previous one. maybe if i had read them back to back? i dunno.

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Sep 19, 2012 AnnMarie Johnson rated it 1 of 5 stars

Shelves: post-apocalyptic

I enjoyed the first book but recognized the poor writing in this one. Gave up around ch 3.

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May 16, 2013 Sierra B. rated it 3 of 5 stars

May 16, 2013 Daien Sanchez marked it as to-read

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I grew up in the small island town of Anacortes, Washington, where an active imagination was often a prerequisite for a good time. No shopping malls, no movie theater, etc, etc. My first brush with publishing was in third grade, where we were encouraged to not only write stories, but to publish, bind and present them. I think the teacher got more than she bargained for because I was soon amassing...more

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