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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot, the dark reimagining of the Persephone myth begun in ABANDON continues ... into the Underworld.
Seventeen-year-old Pierce Oliviera isn't dead.
Not this time.
But she is being held against her will in the dim, twilit world between heaven and hell, where the spirits of the deceased wait before embarking upon their final journey.
Her captor, John Hayden, claims it's for her own safety. Because not all the departed are dear. Some are so unhappy with where they ended up after leaving the Underworld, they've come back as Furies, intent on vengeance . . . on the one who sent them there and on the one whom he loves.
But while Pierce might be safe from the Furies in the Underworld, far worse dangers could be lurking for her there . . . and they might have more to do with its ruler than with his enemies.
MEG CABOT'S many series and books for adults, teens, and tweens have included multiple #1 New York Times bestsellers and have sold more than fifteen million copies worldwide. Her Princess Diaries series has been published in more than thirty-eight countries and was made into two hit films by Disney. Meg also wrote the New York Times bestselling Mediator, Airhead, Insatiable, and Allie Finkle's Rules for Girls series, as well as the award-winning novels All-American Girl and Avalon High. Meg lives in Key West with her husband and two cats. Visit Meg online at megcabot.com.
Cabot, a native of Indiana weaned on Judy Blume and Barbara Cartland, was already a successful romance novelist (as Patricia Cabot) before she began writing for young adults; her alter-alter ego, Jenny Carroll, began a new series shortly after The Princess Diaries debuted. The Carroll books are divided between the Mediator series, starring a girl who can communicate with restless ghosts; and the 1-800-WHERE-R-YOU books, in which a girl struck by lightning acquires the ability to locate missing people.
Cabot writes her books in a conspiratorial, first-person style that resonates with her readers. She has obviously kept a grip on the vernacular and the key issues of adolescence; but what makes her books so irresistible is the mixing of the mundane with the fantastic. After all, who wouldn't like to wake up and be a princess all of a sudden, or a seer? Cabot takes such offhand notions and roots them firmly in the details of average, middle-class American life. She has also tiptoed into mystery and paranormal suspense with other YA novels and series installments.
Cabot continues to write adult novels under various permutations of her given name (Meggin Patricia Cabot): from 19th-century historical romances to contemporary chick lit. And, as with her books for teens, these romances have earned praise for their lighthearted humor and well drawn characters.
"I am left handed."
"I hate tomatoes of any kind."
"I really wanted to be veterinarian, but I got a 410 on my math SATs."
"Writing used to be my hobby, but now that it's my job, I have no hobby -- except watching TV and laying around the pool reading US Weekly. I have tried many hobbies, such as knitting, Pilates, ballet, yoga, and guitar, but none of them have taken. So I guess I'm stuck with no hobby.
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Posted May 11, 2012
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Talented writer. Great story line. Enjoyed this book!
5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I thought abandon was good....NO Underworld is even better!!!!! Holy flying squirrles everyone must read this series ^.^
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 9, 2012
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If I had the time I would have read this book straight through, it was that good! I loved the take on the Fury legend and the writing was fantastic.
4 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 8, 2012
Amazing, absolutely loved it.
Cannot wait for the next book
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I have been reading Meg Cabot novels ever since I started reading books, and I'm a huge fan of hers. When I found out that she was writing a Greek mythology-themed series, I was really excited to read the whole trilogy. Abandon was amazing but somehow the sequel didn't live up to my expectations.
The plot was a bit messy. Everything was happening so fast in the beginning and I had a hard time trying to remember everything that went down in Abandon (maybe that was my mistake, I should have reread it, so I really recommend it rereading Abandon!). But I enjoyed the chapters that took place in the Underworld and all scenes that had John in it (obviously!).
Pierce was so annoying! She never knew what she wanted: stay in the Underworld or go back to her ordinary life. Which, of course, resulted in many fights with her boyfriend. John was by far the best character. He is different than most love interests. He is tough yet sweet and sometimes he could be a bit mean to Pierce (which I thoroughly enjoyed!). The new characters gave Underworld a new side and I loved them! It made the novel a lot more enjoyable.
Certainly Cabot could have done a better job with this novel but I really can't say that I didn't enjoy it. I am a sucker for Greek mythology and the Persephone myth is a favorite of mine. One thing that I really can say about this novel though, is that it isn't in any way boring. It was an enjoyable read and I loved the ending. After reading the synopsis for the next one, I'm really looking forward to the third installment!
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 13, 2012
I cant wait to read this book i have the first one it was awesome!!! XD
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Posted May 9, 2012
Yayayayayayyyh!
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Posted May 8, 2012
Meg Cabot is soooo amazing!!! Loving it!! Havent read it uet but......i know itz gonna be amazing
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Posted June 19, 2012
She is my favorite youth author. I'm still reading her books and plan to keep reading them throughout the years.
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Posted May 21, 2012
Thanks Meg Cabot for giving us another great read!
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Posted May 9, 2012
So good
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Posted May 21, 2013
Hey everyone. Obviously I am seeking advice from your wise souls. I really really have a gigantic crush on this boy who has know idea I excist. At all. I would at least like to be his friend but am way to So anyways I would really appreiciate the help and positive advice. Thanx!
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Posted April 23, 2013
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Posted April 16, 2013
Super awesome book!!! Can't wait for book three, "Awaken".
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Posted April 14, 2013
sits in a dingy cell
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Posted April 7, 2013
Great story line for the second book, I really loved this one, one of my favorites. I recommend this book to anyone that loves mythology being told.
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Posted March 30, 2013
I geuss not! What is your brilliant plan to make the fates cooperate?
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Posted March 30, 2013
*walks to th ext result*
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Posted March 30, 2013
"Jt." She yelled, following him. "Dont be stupid."
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Posted March 30, 2013
They are at the next res. There are at least 100 elites. Tjere mostly been training for 500 years.
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Overview
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Cabot, the dark reimagining of the Persephone myth begun in ABANDON continues ... into the Underworld.
Seventeen-year-old Pierce Oliviera isn't dead.
Not this time.
But she is being held against her will in the dim, twilit world between heaven and hell, where the spirits of the deceased wait before embarking upon their final ...