Silver in the Bone by Alexandra Bracken

So I had trouble paying attention to it, but it got better when we dug into the characters, but like...
It was an interesting take on Arthurian legends
480 Pages

Darkest Legacy

Darkest Legacy

By Alexandra Bracken

Pages: 569

"Five years after the destruction of the so-called rehabilitation camps that imprisoned her and countless other Psi kids, seventeen-year-old Suzume "Zu" Kimura has assumed the role of spokesperson for the interim government, fighting for the rights of Psi kids against a growing tide of misinformation and prejudice. But when she is accused of committing a horrifying act, she is forced to go on the run once more in order to stay alive. Determined to clear her name, Zu finds herself in an uncomfortable alliance with Roman and Priyanka, two mysterious Psi who could either help her prove her innocence or betray her before she gets the chance."

I knew the ending to the original trilogy was too good to be true and this book explains that feeling. It was really cool to see Zu's perspective after so long and see her gain the confidence that was stolen from her in the camps. This book really felt like the beginning of a new trilogy with the introduction of new characters, new plot issue, and more for the Psi to fight before they can be accepted. However, I am not getting my hopes up too much since it has been four years since it was published.

In the Afterlight

 In the Afterlight

By Alexandra Bracken

Pages: 544

"Ruby can't look back. Fractured by an unbearable loss, she and the kids who survived the government's attack on Los Angeles travel north to regroup. Only Ruby has any power over him, and just one slip could lead to Clancy wreaking havoc on their minds. They are armed only with a volatile secret: proof of a government conspiracy to cover up the real cause of IAAN, the disease that has killed most of America's children and left Ruby and others like her with powers the government will kill to keep contained. But internal strife may destroy their only chance to free the "rehabilitation camps" housing thousands of other Psi kids."

    The Darkest Minds.Never Fade.In the After Light. I love how the titles combine together to form this sentence that shows some hope for the kids. This final part of the trilogy started a little slow but the grand finale made up for it. The ending is so bittersweet and filled with hope. Everyone came back together at the end and I was excited to see the whole gang together. I still have some questions but I am hoping the fourth book, which seems more like a continuation on a different characters story, will wrap everything else up.

Never Fade

Never Fade

 By Alexandra Bracken

Pages: 513

"Ruby never asked for the abilities that almost cost her her life. Now she must call upon them on a daily basis, leading dangerous missions to bring down a corrupt government and breaking into the minds of her enemies. Other kids in the Children’s League call Ruby “Leader”, but she knows what she really is: a monster. When Ruby is entrusted with an explosive secret, she must embark on her most dangerous mission yet: leaving the Children’s League behind."

Favorite quote from this book: “Oh, I'm sorry," Chubs said, 'apparently the middle of my sentence interrupted the beginning of yours. Do continue.” The character interactions in this book was phenomenal. I really enjoyed the development of characters in this book but the ending had me in tears. I am not sure how I feel about the revelation at the end, I like the characters the way they are and the secrets revealed could change alot.

Darkest Minds

 Darkest Minds

By Alexandra Bracken

Pages: 488

"When Ruby woke up on her tenth birthday, something about her had changed. Something alarming enough to make her parents lock her in the garage and call the police. Something that gets her sent to Thurmond, a brutal government “rehabilitation camp.” She might have survived the mysterious disease that’s killed most of America’s children, but she and the others have emerged with something far worse: frightening abilities they cannot control."

I haven't read a sci-fi in a while and this one follows the dystopian hype that followed Hunger Games. I did enjoy the start to the series, but it did drag in pacing at the start. However, the twists and dialog made up for the pacing and the ending broke my heart. I fell in love with the characters that join Ruby and am intrigued to learn more about the political side plot that is starting.

Lore by Alexandra Bracken

WHY WOULD YOU DO THAT ARTEMIS
"I was born knowing how to do three things: how to breathe, how to dream, and how to love you" bro. Just. Marry me right now.

I love this boy. I love him so much.
I'm here for the boys. And Lore.
Also this whole concept. slaps. 
480 Pages

The Darkest Minds Trilogy by Alexandra Bracken

The Darkest Minds is a YA Dystopian/Sci-Fi series, consisting of 3 novels, and 2 novellas, in which children over the age of 10 suddenly develop special abilities that adults fear. Many of the children are killed or rounded up by the government and put into camps that rival my worst nightmares.

There are a ton of YA books in this genre, but this series definitely stands out. It's solid and captivating from start to finish.

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The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Intense. Well-written. Fantastic!

The world is a fascinating mess, but it's the characters who reeled me in, dug hooks into my heart, and refused to let go.

Pages: 528

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In Time by Alexandra Bracken

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This novella will blend all of your emotions and then shred your heart. If pureed hopes and dreams are your cup of tea, then don't skip this one.

 Pages: 91

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Never Fade by Alexandra Bracken

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love these characters. I hate how messed up their world is, but it definitely makes for a captivating read.

 Pages: 544

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Sparks Rise by Alexandra Bracken

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a terrible, crushing, soul destroying, emotionally wounding story, and I loved it just as much as I hated it.

Pages: 112

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In The Afterlight by Alexandra Bracken

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a satisfying conclusion to an excellent trilogy. I've read too many books lately where the characters fall just a bit flat, but these are the kind of characters I want to meet in person and have a long talk with. The plot is also excellent and action packed, and the book, overall, is very emotional.

Pages: 592