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Resist (Possession 0.5)
by
Elana Johnson (Goodreads Author)
Zenn Bower has spent his life falling in love with Violet Schoenfeld. After he turned twelve, he learned his father was part of an underground revolution called the Resistance, a group of free-thinking citizens fighting against the mind controlling governement. He joined, putting his considerable talents to use: lying, flying, and voice control.
He wishes life inside the Re...more
He wishes life inside the Re...more
ebook, 20 pages
Published
November 20th 2011
by Elana Johnson
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Since book 1 is about Violet, and she intrudes upon Jag's memories, this is the first time we get anything from Zenn's point of view. And i'm glad it was made clear he wasn't in on the whole Blaze thing. Though it does seem like just one more body that will soon turn up, and i'm not talking a zombie or corpse. Out of all the characters Zenn's the one I want to like but he seems obsessed with Vi in this rather than just in love, and I get they've been bff's for 3 years and they don't like to foll...more
Dec 20, 2011
Amber (The Musings of ALMYBNENR)
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POSSESSION fans!
Disclaimer: No spoilers from Insider Information, but read with caution if you have not read Possession.
Insider Information is a short story that takes place prior to Possession. It follows a fourteen-year-old Zenn Bower when he was still Jag Barque’s second-in-command in the Resistance. He is on a mission to save some people who were taken from the Goodgrounds and he is upset at all the risks Jag is taking by ordering this operation. Although Zenn disagrees with Jag’s methods, they share the sa...more
Insider Information is a short story that takes place prior to Possession. It follows a fourteen-year-old Zenn Bower when he was still Jag Barque’s second-in-command in the Resistance. He is on a mission to save some people who were taken from the Goodgrounds and he is upset at all the risks Jag is taking by ordering this operation. Although Zenn disagrees with Jag’s methods, they share the sa...more
Well, I'm grateful Elana Johnson gave us something to read while wait for June to come! But, this book was like 30 pages and didn't really add anything to the story. And, it was too jumpy for my taste. Like it started with when he was twelve and in 30 pages he was like 16. We just find out how Zenn gave up the resistance for Vi, and you end up feeling bad for him... Somewhat...Not enough to wish Vi had chosen him over Jag...defiantly not that much. But, if you're missing the Possession world as...more
Mini Review:
I found this mini to be...interesting. Now I haven't read the first book so I don't know much about any of the characters (except for the fact that my best friend is in love with Jag) and that this book is dystopian. While I did enjoy this teaser, it wasn't earth breaking or life changing in any way. If anything, it only made me want to know more about this world out of curiousity. I'm excited to read the first book in the series and really give things a go and I'm crossing my finger...more
I found this mini to be...interesting. Now I haven't read the first book so I don't know much about any of the characters (except for the fact that my best friend is in love with Jag) and that this book is dystopian. While I did enjoy this teaser, it wasn't earth breaking or life changing in any way. If anything, it only made me want to know more about this world out of curiousity. I'm excited to read the first book in the series and really give things a go and I'm crossing my finger...more
This is the story told from Zenn's POV on the night that Jag's brother dies. I really enjoyed reading from Zenn's POV. It was nice to hear his choices (and he did make a big choice!) and compare that back to the story of Possession.
It shows us that Zenn might not be such a bad guy after all. His most important choice--protect Vi at all costs. In the end, his choice doesn't really help her. But how was he to know about her father? This novella was definitely worth reading! 4 stars!
It shows us that Zenn might not be such a bad guy after all. His most important choice--protect Vi at all costs. In the end, his choice doesn't really help her. But how was he to know about her father? This novella was definitely worth reading! 4 stars!
Si capiscono tante coose a livello di trama e soprattutto chi è Zenn e il suo vero ruolo nella storia. Ma scopriamo anche un volto inedito di Jag o forse, un volto che si era solo vagamente intuito.
Imperdibile, e l'attesa del secondo diventa sempre più insostenibile.
Imperdibile, e l'attesa del secondo diventa sempre più insostenibile.
Resist is a great re-introduction into the world of Possession, as it has been some time since I've read it (over a year).
The story in Resist takes place before Possession. Even though it is a prequel, I'd highly recommend reading Possession before diving into this, or else you might find yourself a bit confused.
Resist is only around sixteen pages (the first chapter of Possession is included at the end), but even though it is short, it's nice to learn more about Zenn. I wasn't the biggest fan of...more
The story in Resist takes place before Possession. Even though it is a prequel, I'd highly recommend reading Possession before diving into this, or else you might find yourself a bit confused.
Resist is only around sixteen pages (the first chapter of Possession is included at the end), but even though it is short, it's nice to learn more about Zenn. I wasn't the biggest fan of...more
This is a short story that is based on Zenn’s point of view regarding the Resistance and his interaction with Jag. You can read it for free at Goodreads or download it for free from the author’s website.
Reading this short story actually changed my perspective of Zenn a little. I like him a bit more, now!
The story itself is just three chapters and is about ten pages. It is followed by the first chapter of Possession. Even though this book is named Book #0.5 of the series, I don't think that it wi...more
Reading this short story actually changed my perspective of Zenn a little. I like him a bit more, now!
The story itself is just three chapters and is about ten pages. It is followed by the first chapter of Possession. Even though this book is named Book #0.5 of the series, I don't think that it wi...more
Wow..I didn't think that Zenn was ACTUALLY in love with Vi. I thought he was just faking. Well I guess I don't hate Zenn anymore but Jag is still a million times better than him.
I am thankful for this short story to fill in some of Zenn's backstory. The only con: his statements in which he reaffirmed his choosing Vi become a bit repetitive.
Oh, this was awesome to see things from Zenn's POV, from before he was all caught up and being brainwashed/controlled! Really great! Loved it!
Loved hearing more about the great characters in Possession! Zenn was full of surprises & I really enjoyed this. Can't wait for Surrender!
I loved this short. such a great way to get to know a different character a little better - get his insight. FAB!
I will never be a Team Zenn girl because of the way Possession ends, but this short story makes me wish I could be.
Ohhhhhhhhhhh. Now I get why Zenn did all of that. It makes a little more sense from inside of his head.
More Zenn!!! Agh. The only bad thing about Elana's writing is that there just isn't enough of it for me!!
I liked it for a prequel but I wish it was just included with the 1st book instead of being its own seperate e-book!
Definitely lacked some character. It also could've been more descriptive about Zenn's emotions.
I liked this little story but I wouldn't have wanted to read it before Possession.
I love Zenn. This definitely makes you understand him more and see why he is the way he is.
Short story about Zenn, Vi's match, and it's good to hear a little about him. I wish it was longer though..
Free short story on Barnes & Noble and iTunes (as of 1/22/13)
Way too short but really good.
Fun to have Zenn's point of view on a few things.
So cute Zenn, poor Zenn!
Loved the inside about Zenn's point of view. Really helped to understand him a little better.
Short....I think that's all I can say about this. It was a short story, of course. I was expecting a little more, but definitely an interesting way to show Zen's transformation as a character.
I adored this short little piece to get an inside perspective on Zenn. Though had I read this before reading Possession it might have cut the tension of Possession. Things that where revealed in Possession where told in a short story here.
This almost made me feel better about how Possession ended. Almost. An interesting glimpse into Zenn's character and his motives. Looking forward to Elana's book coming out this summer, Surrender.
Uhm... I don't like Zenn. I never did. This didn't make me like him any better, actually it tipped the balance toward dislike.
Jag is hot. He's always hot.
That's all I gotta say...
Jag is hot. He's always hot.
That's all I gotta say...
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I am the author of the POSSESSION series, which includes novels POSSESSION and SURRENDER, and short stories REGRET (ebook only) and RESIST (free here on Goodreads). ABANDON releases on June 4, 2013.
In between all the smiling, I blog for the League of Extraordinary Writers and help to organize WriteOnCon.
I also teach, watch reality TV, and drive too fast.
Visit elanajohnson.blogspot.com to keep up...more
More about Elana Johnson...
In between all the smiling, I blog for the League of Extraordinary Writers and help to organize WriteOnCon.
I also teach, watch reality TV, and drive too fast.
Visit elanajohnson.blogspot.com to keep up...more
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