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The Mark
by
Marilyn Bunderson (Goodreads Author)
Tori always thought the birthmark on her ankle was just a freckle. But when she discovers it's really a set of strange symbols and that others have the same mark, she soon realizes they'll all need to work together to save their real homelandan ancient culture that's been hidden for centuries. Filled with fantasy, suspense, and romance, The Mark is a spellbinding thrill ri...more
Paperback, 280 pages
Published
July 1st 2010
by CFI
(first published March 8th 2010)
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Dec 27, 2010
oliviasbooks
rated it
3 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
readers who enjoyed "So this is how it ends" by Tui Sutherland
2.5 stars.
Negative:
- It is kind of slow.
- The plot consists mainly of talking, gazing into each other's eyes and being needy.
- It, or to be fair the first third, is noticably repetitive.
- It features a girl consumed by infatuation who is more than willing to give up her dream university to be near to the boy she is addicted to. For about a paragraph she mourns the good program she is about to miss, but after that she smiles and affirms that the only important thing for her is to spend her life -...more
Negative:
- It is kind of slow.
- The plot consists mainly of talking, gazing into each other's eyes and being needy.
- It, or to be fair the first third, is noticably repetitive.
- It features a girl consumed by infatuation who is more than willing to give up her dream university to be near to the boy she is addicted to. For about a paragraph she mourns the good program she is about to miss, but after that she smiles and affirms that the only important thing for her is to spend her life -...more
This book really sucked me in it's story. I had a very hard time putting it down. Look out, within it's pages lies an emotional roller coaster.
The maine character Tori, reminded me a lot like Bella in the Twilight series, they have almost the same personality. They both cannot survive with out there love interest, they can they just wont. So that was a annoying for me to read. Tori's love interest, Eric becomes.......okay this whole loves story between Tori and Eric, is a lot like Bella and Edw...more
The maine character Tori, reminded me a lot like Bella in the Twilight series, they have almost the same personality. They both cannot survive with out there love interest, they can they just wont. So that was a annoying for me to read. Tori's love interest, Eric becomes.......okay this whole loves story between Tori and Eric, is a lot like Bella and Edw...more
3.5
The Mark is a good, clean cut fantasy read, with mystery and romance. It follows the story of Tori and 4 other teenagers all brought together by their strange colored eyes, mysterious birthmarks and the strong connection to each other. This connection leads them to discover who they really are and where they came from, an elite and highly sophisticate society hidden away from the rest of the world for centuries.
I liked Tori's voice and how relatable she is. I really liked getting to know her...more
The Mark is a good, clean cut fantasy read, with mystery and romance. It follows the story of Tori and 4 other teenagers all brought together by their strange colored eyes, mysterious birthmarks and the strong connection to each other. This connection leads them to discover who they really are and where they came from, an elite and highly sophisticate society hidden away from the rest of the world for centuries.
I liked Tori's voice and how relatable she is. I really liked getting to know her...more
“The Mark” is a fascinating light fantasy perfect for the young adult audience. I was drawn in by its cover, with its almost hypnotizing pattern on the cover with its single golden mark.
In this fantasy/romance, we follow the lives of four teenagers brought together by the strange microscopic mark on their hands in the same spot, and other strange similarities in their lives, such as all being adopted. They have to find out their true natures, and it keeps you guessing until the very end of the...more
In this fantasy/romance, we follow the lives of four teenagers brought together by the strange microscopic mark on their hands in the same spot, and other strange similarities in their lives, such as all being adopted. They have to find out their true natures, and it keeps you guessing until the very end of the...more
Five teens discover they have many things in common that just can't be coincidence and embark on a journey of investigation that could endanger their lives and the lives of those they love. Stolen from their birth families and adopted into loving homes, unusual eye color, a birth mark that is more that it appears to be, a unique emotional connection whey they make physical contact with one another, and special abilities when they are together.
The story of how these teens find each other and thei...more
The story of how these teens find each other and thei...more
The Mark is a wonderful book. It has romance, mystery and a paranormal element. Marilyn paces the book wonderfully and has written very good characters. The premise for the book is very intriguing to me, and I love how the characters have a special connection to one another. They are mysteriously drawn together, having unique characteristics in common. As they uncover more information, they realize that the further they go could lead to an amazing discovery, but what happens when mysterious pow...more
I think 2 stars is actually being somewhat generous for this book. I had to give it 2 for the plot /storyline. It has great potential and I could imagine how good it could have been. It is very sci-fi (stargate-ish, maybe) and has good mystery, but is very under-developed. The whole story wraps up in the last 5 or so pages, and those the details and questions surrounding the events of those 5 pages could have been several more chapters, or even another book.
The writing...
I almost felt like I wa...more
The writing...
I almost felt like I wa...more
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published March 8th 2010
by Bonneville Books (first published 2010)
details Paperback, 288 pages
isbn 1599553511
4.5 stars
Synopsis from Goodreads- She's had it forever. A tiny mark on her hand. No big deal, right? But when Tori discovers that her ordinary freckle is really some kind of microscopic tattoo, she doesn't know what to think, especially after meeting Eric, a guy she feels strangely connected to--and not just because he has a mark too.
All too soon, Tori and Eric realize that their mar...more
by Bonneville Books (first published 2010)
details Paperback, 288 pages
isbn 1599553511
4.5 stars
Synopsis from Goodreads- She's had it forever. A tiny mark on her hand. No big deal, right? But when Tori discovers that her ordinary freckle is really some kind of microscopic tattoo, she doesn't know what to think, especially after meeting Eric, a guy she feels strangely connected to--and not just because he has a mark too.
All too soon, Tori and Eric realize that their mar...more
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Hmm...This book was quite a so-so compared to other books i have read for fantasy and teenage romance. The sypnosis is good, a few chapters at the front engaging to the readers but what went wrong was the ending..It's really lame. When i was reading the chapters infront, i thought that the ending would be somewhat interesting and unique,but it was such a waste to end a good book like this and i was disappointed at the end. For the romance part, the author wrote about how they were 'magically'att...more
I have been just zooming through books the past few months and I have to say this is the best book I have read recently.
The story line was intriguing. I like the fact that you know nothing about the characters and that you truly have to continue reading the book to know. It doesn’t dwell on who the characters were before they started noticing all the weird coincidences but focuses on who they are becoming. Each character was very relatable.
I found the story to be a journey within a journey time...more
The story line was intriguing. I like the fact that you know nothing about the characters and that you truly have to continue reading the book to know. It doesn’t dwell on who the characters were before they started noticing all the weird coincidences but focuses on who they are becoming. Each character was very relatable.
I found the story to be a journey within a journey time...more
3 1/2. There were things that I really liked about this book. Including: it is written by a local author (even better a neighbor of a mother-in-law of a friend), it was interesting to read about the mystery of where these kids came from and where they go from there, it was creative and had some great story telling elements and I like books that can draw me in enough that I can get through them quickly.
Things I didn't like: just one, but it went on through the entire book. I can't stand reading a...more
Things I didn't like: just one, but it went on through the entire book. I can't stand reading a...more
If I could use only one word to describe this book it would be sophomoric. It was unrefined in writing style and content. The idea was sound, just poorly executed. It is a Cheeto read. Cheetos are the lowest life form of food, they taste good while you are eating them but you immediately regret eating them when you look at orange fuzz all over your fingers and you are hungry an hour later. And yet, sometimes you grab the orange bag and over look all the other good chips on the aisle. That's how...more
* * * * 1/2
--This book in 6 words:
cryptic puzzle with sweet young romance
--Why did I read this? And am I glad I did?
After reading the summary for The Mark by M.R. Bunderson, I instantly signed up for the book tour via Around the World Tours. I’m so glad I did!! This book had me guessing until the end (I still have a few questions..). The mystery kicks off very early and sustains the whole way through. The romance was well-done (I’ll talk about this in characters section) and the pieces of the pu...more
--This book in 6 words:
cryptic puzzle with sweet young romance
--Why did I read this? And am I glad I did?
After reading the summary for The Mark by M.R. Bunderson, I instantly signed up for the book tour via Around the World Tours. I’m so glad I did!! This book had me guessing until the end (I still have a few questions..). The mystery kicks off very early and sustains the whole way through. The romance was well-done (I’ll talk about this in characters section) and the pieces of the pu...more
The storyline had promise but the execution and writing were not quite there. It was a little predictable and not in a good way. The suspenseful parts were obvious and boring, the plot could definitely have been developed more. I felt that this idea could have really been a very interesting book and probably even more than one book had the author spent more time on it. One thing was never fully explained, why are the two main characters so drawn to each other romantically? I guess the main roman...more
Fabulous debut! Full of mystery, friendship, and romance!!…It has all the components to become a really good saga. I do hope there is more to come …right?
Tori soon will find out her world is not what it seems and her life is tangled with four other teens. The journey won’t be easy but she is not along and soon will discover a lot of challenges ahead.
I really enjoy this book; I just wish I had more time to finish it sooner! The mystery is pretty good and it really drove me crazy (in a good way)....more
Tori soon will find out her world is not what it seems and her life is tangled with four other teens. The journey won’t be easy but she is not along and soon will discover a lot of challenges ahead.
I really enjoy this book; I just wish I had more time to finish it sooner! The mystery is pretty good and it really drove me crazy (in a good way)....more
This was a pretty good book. I enjoyed learning about the special abilities of the main characters, how they were drawn to each other, and how they discovered where they came from. Once in a while, some of the researching dialog dragged on a bit, but for the most part I was entertained. I loved all the dating that went on - high school should be that kind of fun. However, I was as frustrated as much as Tori was with her romantic situation. (Though, we’ll both survive.) I liked the mysterious Mar...more
This could have been so good! The idea behind it is great and the characters are interesting, but the execution falls a little short. Inexplicably, she skipped over many parts (that I was eager to read) with a few brief sentences of narration. It felt as if the book ought to have been twice the length to incorporate all the scenes that were merely summarized. She sets up beautifully, gives a little bit of dialogue, then suddenly it's days later or even weeks. I felt disconnected from the story,...more
Eh. This is one of those books that could have been awesome had it not been ...well, a little bad.
It wasn't VERY bad, it was only a little bad. I just didn't really like Tori very much at ALL. And the going on and on about how she felt about Eric drove me a little crazy. It only started to get really interesting once they left for Nepal.
I would like to read more about Eirini. I think that would be very interesting. I want more details about life there, and what the characters learn, etc etc. J...more
It wasn't VERY bad, it was only a little bad. I just didn't really like Tori very much at ALL. And the going on and on about how she felt about Eric drove me a little crazy. It only started to get really interesting once they left for Nepal.
I would like to read more about Eirini. I think that would be very interesting. I want more details about life there, and what the characters learn, etc etc. J...more
Sep 23, 2010
Heather
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
YA fantasy/romance fans
Recommended to Heather by:
M.R. Bunderson
Shelves:
ya-romance,
ya-fantasy
To start, I have to first say that this author, M.R. Bunderson, is my cousin, and I am SO PROUD of her for writing a novel and getting it published!! How exciting for you, Marilyn! So if my review is a bit biased, that's why, but I will try to be objective.
What I liked:
I loved the premise of the story and was impressed with the author's ability to create another world...I'm always envious of that level of creativity! :) I thought the idea of a hidden society was a great one, and it was fun to re...more
What I liked:
I loved the premise of the story and was impressed with the author's ability to create another world...I'm always envious of that level of creativity! :) I thought the idea of a hidden society was a great one, and it was fun to re...more
3.5 stars
The Mark is a good, clean cut fantasy read, with mystery and romance. It follows the story of Tori and 4 other teenagers all brought together by their strange colored eyes, mysterious birthmarks and the strong connection to each other. This connection leads them to discover who they really are and where they came from, an elite and highly sophisticate society hidden away from the rest of the world for centuries.
I liked Tori's voice and how relatable she is. I really liked getting to kn...more
The Mark is a good, clean cut fantasy read, with mystery and romance. It follows the story of Tori and 4 other teenagers all brought together by their strange colored eyes, mysterious birthmarks and the strong connection to each other. This connection leads them to discover who they really are and where they came from, an elite and highly sophisticate society hidden away from the rest of the world for centuries.
I liked Tori's voice and how relatable she is. I really liked getting to kn...more
WOW, what a great story...
Smooth details, with an elegant story...
A really solid first book, it's left so open I can only imagine there will be a sequel, or I hope so.
Couple things bothered me, first - the story starts and BAM we are already learning about the strange birthmark - it seemed a bit fast. Secondly, we bounced around a lot, one minute we would be in a scene where the main character is talking about, or looking forward to an event - the next scene the even had already taken place...th...more
Smooth details, with an elegant story...
A really solid first book, it's left so open I can only imagine there will be a sequel, or I hope so.
Couple things bothered me, first - the story starts and BAM we are already learning about the strange birthmark - it seemed a bit fast. Secondly, we bounced around a lot, one minute we would be in a scene where the main character is talking about, or looking forward to an event - the next scene the even had already taken place...th...more
Very good debut book! I was hooked from the beginning and loved how the story moved and kept me engaged. It's part mystery, paranormal, suspense and of course (my favorite part) romance. I loved the way the mystery revealed itself in layers. Each character had a strong voice and personality and it was easy to get to know each of them. The relationship between Tori and Eric was the biggest draw of the story. Everything else was just learning the hows and whys. I can't wait for her sequel :)
So I really like this book. It was one that I could not put down (once my homework was done anyways). I liked the characters and the mystery. I even got chills once, reading alone in a dark house. It was probably a 4, but I gave it a five because it has an extra bonus. I know the woman that wrote it. She lives in my in-laws ward. She wrote this book without telling anyone until it was sent for publishing. Not even her husband knew. I really liked it, and I suggest it for all.
This is soda pop book. Nothing really good about it, but enjoyable anyway. I appreciate a clean romance, not having to read swear words, and the cover is pretty cool. There wasn't much tension, even when I thought there should have been, and so much was just glossed over that I would have loved to actually read about. The ending seemed rushed and much of the plot was just way too unbelievable... Yet, like the soda with no nutritional value, sometimes I enjoy these things.
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I loved this book. I had a very difficult time putting it down. I wish the last few chapters would have been expanded into almost book of its own. But that is just me. The characters were like-able and believable and the story line; while not necessarily the most original, was fun and kept me sucked in. This book was a random pick from the library and I was so happy I got it. Cant wait till the sequel.
Lots of Twilight similarities particularly in the romance, but lots of Twilight 'fixes' too: Tori has a life for one thing, she has friends and normal friendship developments, a good relationship with her adoptive mother and younger sister, a love and high level talent for playing the piano, and at least says she wants to do something with her life (beyond just being with her beloved).
A fairly simple story that's simply told, the emotion will hold non-reader types but it won't challenge those wh...more
A fairly simple story that's simply told, the emotion will hold non-reader types but it won't challenge those wh...more
Harmless, and easy, engaging reading, this novel stretches to create a fantasy land of superior shangri laians who live in an isolated oligarchy of talented and powerful super mortals. However, the book concerns some "ordinary" teenagers who find out they're not so ordinary after all. What they have in common is a mysterious mark--and hidden powers. Not great plotting and writing, but ok and positive.
I had a gift card to the Borders by us (which is closing) and by the time I got there to spend it, the place was pretty well cleared out. I found this book and thought it looked sort-of interesting. Unfortunately, it was just that. Sort-of interesting. The story itself was a good idea: four babies kidnapped from their secret society forced to grow up in the outside world. They discover that they're different, they discover each other, and they attempt to get back to their secret society while an...more
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Dec 27, 2010 11:09am
*mentally shakes on it*
Dec 27, 2010 11:16am