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cloe_chc's review
4.0
Following the story of Adam, the (now) teen that has survived the horrors of the past year now has something else to face. Coron and his cult was just the beginning. Now, introducing another set of people (led by Bolleskine) who believe Adam is the Chosen One, they believe that Adam must lead them to the Golden Planet, a 'wonderful' place. To see the demons of this world, they use a special drug that causes powerful hallucinations. Befriended by a girl called Abbie along the way, Adam must stop Bolleskine before it is too late.
This is a great read! It's exciting- something new seems to happen on nearly every chapter. The way the story is told leaves you hanging and in suspense; the amount of cliffhangers is countless!
This is a great read! It's exciting- something new seems to happen on nearly every chapter. The way the story is told leaves you hanging and in suspense; the amount of cliffhangers is countless!
classicapricot's review
4.0
A good sequel to Thirteen which explores similar themes of the problems of cults and how children and/or teenagers are often disregarded by adults.
It was quite fun to read as it was quite action-packed and the characters were compelling and believable.
It was quite fun to read as it was quite action-packed and the characters were compelling and believable.
miaelli's review
4.0
This book is so disturbing. Seriously. This book has affected me, and not entirely in a good way. It was so messed up, with so many psychological impacts on the reader. Tom Hoyle can write an impressive horror if he wants, and he definitely wanted to in this book. The recommended age is 7 years plus but I wouldn't want my younger brother reading this. Therefore I would say that the book would be better for people 10 years and above, depending on reading maturity.
el_stevie's review
4.0
Now I'm working once more in the school library, it was time time to start reading the YA books surrounding me. This one caught my eye because of the tiny spiders running up and down the sides of the book and I hate spiders so I decided to read it.
I cottoned on part way that it was a follow-on book but that did not stop me from enjoying it in its own right. The main character, Adam Grant, is once more being hunted by a cult who believe he is the chosen one. He is kidnapped in Scotland, escapes and eventually ...
No spoilers here, but it is a well-paced, fast-actioned story perfect for teens who enjoy a thriller with a touch of mystery. Nice to see that even though it contains your typical Yr 10 boys' humour, it does not result in me having to warn about strong language or explicit content; its strength is in the story and not 'shock' factor.
And there are spiders ... or are there?
I cottoned on part way that it was a follow-on book but that did not stop me from enjoying it in its own right. The main character, Adam Grant, is once more being hunted by a cult who believe he is the chosen one. He is kidnapped in Scotland, escapes and eventually ...
No spoilers here, but it is a well-paced, fast-actioned story perfect for teens who enjoy a thriller with a touch of mystery. Nice to see that even though it contains your typical Yr 10 boys' humour, it does not result in me having to warn about strong language or explicit content; its strength is in the story and not 'shock' factor.
And there are spiders ... or are there?
rachm77's review against another edition
4.0
This is not a genre I particularly enjoy, but I found the premise of 'Spiders' interesting, and am glad I took a chance. Hoyle creates a word which is both recognisably realistic, and disturbingly different.
The protagonists are loyal, intelligent and courageous, with lots for younger readers to admire and discuss.
I wondered if the book might have been more aimed at boys, but I think both genders would enjoy it.
The protagonists are loyal, intelligent and courageous, with lots for younger readers to admire and discuss.
I wondered if the book might have been more aimed at boys, but I think both genders would enjoy it.
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