mandyist's review against another edition
5.0
This series is so good. So well written. Tempted to start the next book straight away
gabydeppe's review against another edition
4.0
Amazing. It's so easy to read through and I could easily relate with Ellie, she's a lot like me. Only braver and more outgoing. I can't wait to read the other ones.
mikeyrob76's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
kikkrareads's review against another edition
5.0
The second book of the tomorrow series, begins about two weeks after Tomorrow When The War Began, ended. This book is no sloppy second though, and holds the story quite well, following the difficult journey that the now 6 teens are enduring as they face invasion. In this book, Ellie, Homer, Fi, Lee, Robyn and Chris are faced with new challenges, the fear of the unknown and are thrown into situations that no teenager should have to deal with.
One again, John Marsden wrote with the voice of Ellie. He was able to create her into a strong, independent girl with faults and hopes and dreams, just like anyone else. The story is set, yet again, in her journals, detailing and keeping record of the horrendous things that have seen and experienced. Many different issues and topics are dealt with in this book as well. Marsden, has made a situation so foreign from a majority of his target audience, relatable to many.
The path of self destruction is discussed within the story, especially when it comes to Chris, an intelligent, creative member of the group who is too self contained, and too sheltered from the others.
The topics of sexual relationships and physical relationships are explored more with Ellie and Lee as they question their romantic relationship and how far they would like to take it. Ellie also has many discussions with Fi about sex. These conversations are so easy to relate to, its almost as if Marsden is able to get inside the females mind when he wrote these scenes.
There is also, once again, the topic of what is right or wrong and how one should act. Throughout the book, death and destruction surrounds these teenagers, and they are left facing the issues of what they should or shouldn't do. When they come across adults, they are also left questioning whether or not they should rely on the adults or their own instincts.
I am so happy I decided to reread this series! I have been loving it all over again and learning more and more about old characters (who have, over time, become friends to me). Marsden is a brilliant writer with a talent for words and emotions.
A BRILLIANT read!
One again, John Marsden wrote with the voice of Ellie. He was able to create her into a strong, independent girl with faults and hopes and dreams, just like anyone else. The story is set, yet again, in her journals, detailing and keeping record of the horrendous things that have seen and experienced. Many different issues and topics are dealt with in this book as well. Marsden, has made a situation so foreign from a majority of his target audience, relatable to many.
The path of self destruction is discussed within the story, especially when it comes to Chris, an intelligent, creative member of the group who is too self contained, and too sheltered from the others.
The topics of sexual relationships and physical relationships are explored more with Ellie and Lee as they question their romantic relationship and how far they would like to take it. Ellie also has many discussions with Fi about sex. These conversations are so easy to relate to, its almost as if Marsden is able to get inside the females mind when he wrote these scenes.
There is also, once again, the topic of what is right or wrong and how one should act. Throughout the book, death and destruction surrounds these teenagers, and they are left facing the issues of what they should or shouldn't do. When they come across adults, they are also left questioning whether or not they should rely on the adults or their own instincts.
I am so happy I decided to reread this series! I have been loving it all over again and learning more and more about old characters (who have, over time, become friends to me). Marsden is a brilliant writer with a talent for words and emotions.
A BRILLIANT read!
psycho90's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
alexblackreads's review against another edition
3.0
This book was much more fun than the first, probably owing to the fact that all the characters have been fully introduced so we only need the briefest of introductions in this one. There was more time spent on the story and the action, and less explaining what's going on (although there was still a decent amount). It was quick and fun. Not amazing by any means, but I'm glad I continued after the first one.
roksyreads's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Another good read, like the first. Solid pacing and well written characters. Ellie as a narrator is very relatable - I enjoy her perspective, humour, and consistency.
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Re-read June 2022
It's been good to return to this series. I feel closeer to the characters, feel I know them better. But even though it's not been too long since I last read this - 2 years, maybe? - the story is as thrilling to read as the first time.
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Re-read June 2022
It's been good to return to this series. I feel closeer to the characters, feel I know them better. But even though it's not been too long since I last read this - 2 years, maybe? - the story is as thrilling to read as the first time.
jgbuddy's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
ceciliaa9's review against another edition
1.0
"En tierra de tinieblas" es el segundo libro que conforma la saga contemporánea "Mañana", escrita por John Marsden.
La trama:
Australia se ve invadida por una fuerza enemiga. De la rebelión, surgirán nuestros queridos personajes.
Este es uno de esos libros con los que siento que no me cierran muchas cosas, (puede ser porque el mundo no está bien construido). No lo recomendaría, todavía tengo que pensar si ver la serie.
La trama:
Australia se ve invadida por una fuerza enemiga. De la rebelión, surgirán nuestros queridos personajes.
Este es uno de esos libros con los que siento que no me cierran muchas cosas, (puede ser porque el mundo no está bien construido). No lo recomendaría, todavía tengo que pensar si ver la serie.
sporkle's review against another edition
5.0
After reading the first book maybe five times, I finally got my hands on the rest of the series and decided to power through them. I started with book #2 and I cannot wait to finish!