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26th out of 41 books
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The Boy from Ilysies (Libyrinth #2)
by
Pearl North
The magical sequel to Pearl North’s critically acclaimed debut novel, Libyrinth
On a world light-years away, Earth is long forgotten, except for the knowledge protected in the vast libyrinth. But that knowledge was threatened by the Singers, who for generations beyond remembering have relied on oral storytelling. They sought to destroy the books in the libyrinth, which they...more
On a world light-years away, Earth is long forgotten, except for the knowledge protected in the vast libyrinth. But that knowledge was threatened by the Singers, who for generations beyond remembering have relied on oral storytelling. They sought to destroy the books in the libyrinth, which they...more
Hardcover, 320 pages
Published
November 9th 2010
by Tor Teen
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This one started off a little rocky. There was a lot of Po trying to get a girl and not fitting in with anyone in the new settlement, and trying to get a girl, and reading too much into innocent conversations and looks from girls, and trying to get a girl. A little much when it seemed like the whole first part of the book was about one boy trying to get laid. The second half picked up when the Chorus of the Word goes back to the Citadel to search for the pen and discovers that a band of outlaws...more
I guess when I read Libyrinth I missed something key about Ilysies. I knew it was a matriarchal society, but I failed to notice that men are greatly outnumbered and treated as second class citizens. It is this second class status that has Po all mixed up in The Boy from Ilysies. Not only is he having problems thinking of Princess, I mean, Libyrarian Selene as just one of the girls and no more than anyone else, but he's also having trouble seeing himself as no less than. He's used to serving wome...more
I picked up this novel on a whim, and from the first page was completely hooked. I had not realized that the book is actually a sequel to Libyrinth. I frequently complain about too much exposition in books... I like it when an author simply thrusts you into a world, trusting you to figure out, or at least muddle through until the clues start to come together and the rules of the world become more clear. This book, though, is probably that rare exception, where I could have used just a pinch more...more
The strange world of the Libyrarians is now seen through the eyes of Po, a teenage boy who has been brought up in an abusive matriarchal system. The way he interprets relationships is squirm-inducing, but fascinating. Others have varying degrees of understanding how he experiences things while he's trying to break out of conditioning. Meanwhile, there's an adventure - this strange world is winding down and it needs to be saved and we get another glimpse behind the curtain.
The strange world of the Libyrarians is now seen through the eyes of Po, a teenage boy who has been brought up in an abusive matriarchal system. The way he interprets relationships is squirm-inducing, but fascinating. Others have varying degrees of understanding how he experiences things while he's trying to break out of conditioning. Meanwhile, there's an adventure - this strange world is winding down and it needs to be saved and we get another glimpse behind the curtain.
This is the sequel to Libyrinth and, I must admit, more delightful. I found Libyrinth to be very good, but slightly predictable (read my review here). The Boy from Ilysies didn't have any of these problems at all. I was pleasantly suprised the entire book. The plotting was unpredictable but believable, and Po was a delightful, believable character with a unique voice and a great story. Double-Plus, and I'll be looking much more forward to the next book in this series!
I wish I could say that I enjoyed this book, but I'm not really sure what to say about it. I finished it and I just know very little of events and stuff that lead up to the plot..... I really feel the characters are run of the mill (almost unforgettable), the plot is a bit out there, and we have a lot of people who want to get laid.
Basically, this whole book revolves around a boy who wants to get laid, but can't because the girls don't like him. Said boy is socially awkward, an outcast, etc.......more
Basically, this whole book revolves around a boy who wants to get laid, but can't because the girls don't like him. Said boy is socially awkward, an outcast, etc.......more
I really enjoyed Libyrinth, but found this book a bit of a disappointing followup. For one thing, Po is just not as much fun as a main character. Yes, the role reversal is interesting, but after a while his issues just got repetitive and annoying. He was flitting from one woman to another and always having the same reaction. I really wanted him to just man up. The first 3/4 of the book was just so slow moving and North really does a disservice to her characters from the first book. We learned to...more
This is the second book in a trilogy and I just couldn't put it down! Po is a very interesting character and is trying, like so many of us, to find his way in his world. It doesn't matter what planet you are on finding yourself is always a challenge. The ending is quite unpredictable and I eagerly look forward to the last book in the trilogy.
North continues to showcase her amazing worldbuilding, filling in many details of the cities and cultures of this future land. Po is a sweet enough character, but I missed hearing Haly's special talent.
Read from 12/14 - 12/16.
May 04, 2010
Sarah
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Comes out September 28, 2010
Would have been good to read the first book but still well done as a continuation (not too confusing!). Some very interesting gender stuff in this!
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