A Million Suns (Across the Universe Series #2)

What?!

January is too log to wait! It needs to come out sooner!

9 out of 19 people found this review helpful.

Chapter by Chapter review of A Million Suns

I was expecting so much from A Million Suns, the second installment of the Across The Universe trilogy by Beth Revis...and she did not disappoint.

In A Million Suns, we pick up three months later after Across The Universe. Similar problems, but now Elder, who is now leader, must face the people on Godspeed who are no longer under the influence of Phydus, thus allowing them all to be able to think for themselves. Good idea or bad, you'll see how this plays out throughout the pages of A Million Suns. On top of that, Elder and Amy are provided clues by a now frozen Orion who leads them on the hunt for clues that will uncover an ultimate secret that they and everyone else on Godspeed will never forget, and that will change the course of their lives...forever.

A Million Suns was a perfect follow up to Across The Universe. Revis has worked her magic again, and has allowed yet another glimpse into this futuristic dystopian world on Godspeed. I found the speed of this installment alot quicker than the last. There was a lot more action within the pages, which made it all the more difficult for me to put down. I was quickly absorbed again by the vast surroundings described in the book. Revis' writing style is so addictive and flows perfectly from page to page.

Again, we are treated with a different point of view for every chapter...that of Elder and of Amy. Some of the chapters were but a few lines/words which I felt really impacted the feel of the situation. A lot of the time, short was definitely sweet. I was, again, emotionally swept up in the different drama's going on throughout the book...sadness for Victria, hate/anger for Luthor and Bartie, love and frustration for Amy and Elder.

We also see a little bit more of the relationship between Amy and Elder in A Million Suns. What I really enjoyed about Across The Universe and A Million Suns was that the main focus was not about wanting or seeing Elder and Amy fall in love and live happily ever after (although there are a few smile/swoon worthy bits), but rather to read about the existence of an entire civilization, see the different problems that happen and to pretty much solve a mystery (or 2).

I devoured this book, as I did the first, and was very hesitant in finishing it. I was just not ready for this ride to end just yet. And when I did finally end my torture, I needed more! During a quick Twitter conversation, Revis had joked that she felt she should have included a warning label for the cliff hanger ending for A Million Suns, and after readingit...she totally should have! I was left with so many questions, and so many different scenarios floating around in my head about what could happen in Shades Of Earth, the third book of this series! I cannot WAIT to see what happens next!

If you were a fan of Aross The Universe, you will definitely want to pick up a copy of A Million Suns. You will not be disappointed, and you will be left wanting...!

8 out of 9 people found this review helpful.

BEYOND EXCITED..

I can not wait until this book comes out, The first one was BRILLIANT and I have no doubt in my mind that this one will be as excellent as the first. Congrats Beth Revis!

7 out of 15 people found this review helpful.

Epic read!

Okay, I admit. I was a bit skeptical picking up this book seeing as the first book was good but didn't really catch my attention as much as I wanted it to. Still, I wanted to read the next book just to see what happens. Ms. Revis, I tip my hat to you.You have not only single-handingly blew me away, but you totally caught me off guard with your amazing plot pacing!

What amazed me about this book is the great plot. Not only was I intrigued and drawn immediately to such an amazing world, but my heart pounded! I was so excited to be in Amy shoe's following clues to a dark secret hidden in the Godspeed. That's what got me hooked, the secret. The clues that Amy must find in order to enure survival. Ms. Revis pulls in her readers strongly with a temptation I could not resist. Did I find the secret? You bet I did.

The characters of the book were so awesome. They grown up so much and understand so much more. Both Elder and Amy rely on each other smarts as well as each other strength to get them through. I adored that in moment by themselves, they had a peace that no one could enter. That their love grew strongly no matter what was happen at that very moment. Ms. Revis built such a wonderful relationship for the reader to fall into. At every point of view switch, the reader is not confused or left behind. Instead, the reader is brought to a whole new level of reading. A level where the reader is the character and can see, feel everything they can.

A Million Suns is a phenomenally successful story that everyone should read. It is a timeless piece of friendship, love and lost. A Million Suns is a fantasy epic with undeniable victory in the writing. With a moving plot that knocks you off your feet, A Million Suns is a must read!

5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

I tried really hard to like this book . I tried really hard to

I tried really hard to like this book .

I tried really hard to like this book because the base plot, the skeleton of the book, was great. However, I struggled even more to keep reading. I did not like the main characters. I did not like how the author dwelled on serious topics such as rape (that had very little to do with the plot) without giving it the seriousness it deserved, but skimmed over most of the emotion behind a rebellion (which was a central plot line) and turned it into a bunch of people waving sticks. The lead female isn't a lead at all, she's just...I can't even describe how much she ruined this book for me. The lead male wasn't much better. All of the characters had personality and emotional inconsistencies that were extreme and, like the first book, reminded me of a soap opera. A *bad* soap opera.

When the author actually focused on the plot and stopped "livening things up" with frivolous drama, the book was pretty good. Predictable, but still good. The ending, with the exception of Amy and her frayed/immature moral compass, was pretty great and kept me interested and allowed me to finish the book.

However, no matter how great the plot is, a book is only as good as its lead characters. And they were terrible.

2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

Omg

First book was amazing saving up for this book! Soooooo much tension in my body! Just finished Across The Universe about a min ago litteraly! It was amazing! Think im gonna read Insurgent by Veronica Roth if you like this book read Divergent by Veronica Roth then the second book, Insurgent great books!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

In A Million Suns, Ms. Revis ups the adrenaline factor. After th

In A Million Suns, Ms. Revis ups the adrenaline factor. After the events of the first book, the ship is in chaos, and Elder struggles to keep things running without resorting to the inhumane control of the previous Eldest. The entire time I was reading/listening to this book, I had to pause for minute. I’m a very immersive reader if given the proper setting and descriptive prose (which Ms. Revis gives in spades). Often times I felt myself getting claustrophobic as I would imagine what it would be like to be stuck inside a huge ship, in the middle of outer space, with no chance of getting out while all of this chaos is taking place. I mean, can you imagine being trapped inside a spaceship with no chance of escape? Not being able to go outside for fresh air, or just jump in the car and go somewhere to clear your head? Freaky!

I loved the mystery that Amy and Elder find themselves engaged in. It was exciting and not once did I completely figure everything out before it was finally revealed. There are also a lot of questions about human behavior and how far you can go when trying to control a society out of control. The line between right and wrong is often blurred and will definitely make you think.

This is an amazing read, and if you’ve not yet read the first book, I HIGHLY recommend this series. The ending was perfect and I can’t wait for the next book!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Hmmm

Ok i love this book...i especially love Eldet....but i jusy have to get this off my chest....i really just want to punch amy in the face ...i kind of really dislike her shes bratty and just stupid...there were times when i literally wanted to stop reading because Amy was just so frexing annoying! I really hope her parente die in the next book ot something because she just needs more going on

Other than that....the book is awesome...the rest of the characters are great and the whole situation on the ship is suspensful l....cant wait for the next one...dear god though pkease fix amy....just please.

1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

MUST READ!!!

Great sequel. Beth Revis is truly an amazing author. I only wish this book was longer or that the third installment was sooner!!!!!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

So gooooooddddd!!!!!

Much better than the first one! If you liked the first one your going to love this one. :)))

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

I would rate this a million stars (or suns) if I could!

A MILLION SUNS by Beth Revis blasts off from the page and will keep you reading until the very end.

As chaos threatens Elder’s tentative rule over Godspeed, Amy grasps hold of a puzzle set in motion by Orion to keep her fears at bay. But when the ship is plagued by strange murders, Amy and Elder must unite to figure out what Orion was trying to tell them and who is killing off citizens who don’t follow the leader. The only thing they really know, though, is they have to get off this ship.

A MILLION SUNS, to put it in their terms, is frexing brilly. The plot is fast-paced, so the reader will be tearing through the pages as fast as possible. Revis excels at creating tension in every chapter, on every page. I felt like I was holding my breath the entire time I read it. Since this is book two of the series, the characters are familiar, but we go deeper into their psyche, their hopes, their fears. The mystery surrounding the ship and people keeps readers of the edge of their seats. The romance is messy, awkward, passionate, everything a teenage romance should be. The political undertones and philosophy add another dimension to this novel very familiar to our own times. I love how the reader can follow along with the clues in the main mystery, although Revis keeps some surprises to the very end.

I’d give Beth Revis’s A MILLION SUNS a million stars, if I could. I love this series in a “stand in line at midnight on opening night at the movie theater” way.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

A frexing good read!

Stars! How the frex am I supposed to wait another year to find out what happens with Amy and Elder?! *sighs* There's always pressure for an author to deliver a follow up book that's just as good if not better than the first and "A Million Suns" does not disappoint. This sequel has it all, action, adventure, romance, even a mystery to solve that could change the fate of everyone aboard the Godspeed. As Elder continues to solidify his role as Godspeed's new leader, he's met with resistance especially now that Phydus is no longer in use. The fact that there are many who view Amy as a threat doesn't help, and things only get more complicated after Elder uncovers a shocking secret, one that will have he and Amy searching for clues that could affect everyone on board. The more time they spend together, the less they're able to deny the feelings that are developing between them but Amy still questions. She believes love is a choice and wonders if she and Elder weren't the only two their age, if they both had a choice, would they still choose each other? Better yet, would she still choose Elder because, let's face it, we KNOW he'd choose her. (Personally, I think she needs to "choose" to stop frexing thinking so much.) As their search continues, becoming more dangerous at every turn, the ship goes into complete chaos. Frex! Will Amy and Elder be able to find the answers they need in time and at what cost? Trusts will be broken, loyalties questioned, lives lost and love tested, all for the sake of hope in a New Earth...a new beginning.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Never a dull moment

I finished my copy last night and all I can say is. WOW!!! An amazing read, mouth dropping, speechless, non stop thrill ride.. There is never a dull moment and chapter 57 (i think that is the one) will have you on the edge and wanting more... Great job Beth Revis. Too bad and so sad that we have to wait another year for the finale book.. Can't wait.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Woot!!!

Yes theres another book!!! Ive been hoping for this!

1 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

Fffrffd

Nggggc

A book set entirely on a space ship. She did it once and she has

A book set entirely on a space ship. She did it once and she has done it again. How does Beth Revis make this book so damn interesting?! In Across the Universe we met Amy and Elder. In A Million Suns, we see how they deal with life on the ship without Eldest and more importantly, without Phydus.

Orion has left Amy clues to learn more about the ship, and the truth that almost got him killed by Eldest. Elder is trying to deal with being the leader of the ship, he didn't realise it would be so hard after taking them off Phydus. Rebellions are starting. People are not working. To top it all off, someone is murdering people. But this does not stop Elder from trying to keep the peace, and getting the ship back on track.

Amy, with some of Elder's help, is following Orion's clues, trying to figure out what is so important. And boy is it important. Turns out the ship isn't behind. It has already arrived. Now the race is on to figure out how to land, and who is trying to sabotage them. All this amongst Amy still trying to live with the people who call her a freak.

Across the Universe made me wonder what it would be like to live like Amy on the space ship. A Million Suns made me see what it would be like to be Elder, leader of space ship. Both books utterly exciting, A Million Suns was a sequel that kept you wanting more. Waiting until 2013 for Shades of Earth is going to kill me!

really good

one of the best books i have read sence the hunger games

not what i was expecting

This book was good. i was a bit disappointed at the fact that they didn't make it to the planet yet. i was hoping thats what this book would be about, their life on the planet. it did have me hooked. it was really good. but i want to know more about the planet. lol. i like how amy and elders relationship grows more and the almost rebellion did give the book some suspense. its a good read!! but not something id read again.

Highly recommend -everyone should read this series

Beth has done it again this is just great the whole concept idea and plan is just wonderful it is a great story can't wait for the next one.

Review: A Million Suns

I've been highly anticipating this second novel. I'm not one for sci-fi type books, but something about this series has grabbed, and I'm not going to let it go. This latest installment was everything that I hoped for.

I really felt for Elder this entirety of this book. He's trying hard to keep the peace and do everything within his power to get them to their final goal. But, when uprising start to happen aboard the ship, I wasn't surprised. We needed a little more discord. I do think those who were trying to lead the uprising had valid points, even if they were off base. Elder really is the best leader for the ship I think. He's just not very good with words, and no one could really see what he was doing behind the scenes to make sure everything was running smoothly. I also think he has a huge issue with the idea of absolute power. He doesn't really want it, but doesn't know what else can be done about it.

My thoughts on Amy went back and forth throughout the book. I thought she kept a level head while she's witnessing the uprising around her. Since we get part of the story for her point of view, we know she's scared at times. But, I think she does an amazing job of not showing it to those around her. I enjoyed her scavenger hunt to discover what the leaders' aboard the ship have been keeping secret for years. I didn't think she was a little unyeilding when it came to the records hall keeper (I can not remember his name for the life of me). She refused to see anybody's view point but her own when it came to him.

There are some definite twists in the story. Or they should be twists. For some reason, they just seemed like the logical direction that story should go. None of it really surprised me, but I wasn't disappointed in the slightest either. In fact, I loved the storylines in general.