The Rule of Many (Rule of One Series #2)

by Ashley Saunders, Leslie Saunders

Overview

Born to a death sentence in a near-future America, rebellious sisters herald a revolution—if they can survive.

Twins Ava and Mira Goodwin defy the Rule of One simply by existing. The single-child law, ruthlessly enforced by Texas’s Governor Roth, has made the sisters famous fugitives and inspirations for the resurgent rebellion known as the Common.

But the relentless governor and his implacable Texas State Guard threaten that fragile hope, as Roth consolidates his power in a bid for ultimate authority.

As Ava and Mira relinquish the relative safety of their Canadian haven to stand against Roth, new allies arise: Owen, a gifted young programmer, impulsively abandons his comfortable life in a moment of compassion, while Zee, an abused labor camp escapee, finds new purpose in resistance.

The four will converge on Dallas for a reckoning with Roth, with nothing less than their destinies—and the promise of a future free from oppression—on the line.

Disobedience means death. But a life worth living demands rebellion.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781542043687
Publisher:	Amazon Publishing
Publication date:	05/07/2019
Series:	Rule of One Series , #2
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	352
Sales rank:	312,043
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 8.20(h) x 1.00(d)
Age Range:	12 - 17 Years

About the Author

Hailing from the suburbs of Dallas, Texas, Ashley Saunders and Leslie Saunders are award-winning filmmakers and twin sisters who honed their love of storytelling at the University of Texas at Austin. While researching the Rule of One series, they fell in love with America’s national parks, traveling Ava and Mira’s path. Currently, the sisters can be found with their Boston terriers in sunny Los Angeles, exploring hiking trails and drinking entirely too much yerba maté. Visit them at www.thesaunderssisters.com, or follow them on Instagram @saunderssisters.

Editorial Reviews

This fast-paced sequel will appeal to fans of the series’ first book (The Rule of One) as well as to readers who enjoy dystopian fiction in general.” —School Library Journal

“The Rule of Many is a thrilling page-turner filled with adventures, heartwarming reunions and shocking twists…The story is an enjoyable read that demonstrates the importance of family, standing up for what you believe in, and female power.” —The Daily Texan

From the Publisher

2019-02-21

Newly connected with leaders of the rebellion, twins Ava and Mira Goodwin set their sights on revolution in this sequel to The Rule of One (2018).

A futuristic United States, short on resources and high on advanced tech, allows families only one child. After a lifetime of hiding their existence, now Ava and Mira work with members of the Common, a rebel group determined to flip the loyalties of state leaders and bring down the tyrannous Texas governor Roth. The cross-country quest begins in Calgary and ends in the girls' hometown of Dallas. Though action-packed, the linear plot lacks tension. High-stakes challenges are predictably achieved, leading to sometimes far-fetched victories that feel too easy (such as whole groups of citizens making split decisions to join the rebellion). The most compelling aspect of the first book—the protagonists' experience as identical twins, as written by twin authors—doesn't get a lot of attention here, and the girls' characters don't see much development. There is some expansion, such as the welcome addition of new narrative perspectives, including Owen, a dark-skinned programmer, and Zee, a mysterious work camp prisoner with ties to the Goodwins. The twins have green eyes and red hair, the Roth family is Tejano, and some character's names hint at a somewhat diverse cast.

The revolution rolls on, but readers may find their interest lagging. (Science fiction. 13-17)

Kirkus Reviews