Accidentally deleted my review, so here it is. (I have all my reviews backed up in a google folder). *May include spoilers!* "The Unwanteds" by Lisa McMann is a fantasy book. It takes place in the land of Quill. Every year, thirteen-year olds are sorted into three groups. The necessaries are those who the land of Quill rely on. The Wanteds are strong, intelligent teens who go to university. The Unwanteds are those who are creative and have infractions and are sent to be eliminated at the death farm. In the land of Quill, no one is allowed to express their feelings and are not allowed to be artistic. Those how are get infractions and are considered Unwanted. A pair of twins, Alex and Aaron Stowe, are separated at the Purge; the ceremony where the teens are separated. Alex Stowe is sent to the death farm with the other Unwanteds but once they reach the farm, they are met with a pleasant surprise. Mr. Today, the "farmer", tell them that they are in Artimé; a hidden world with magic, where creativity is a gift and also a weapon. Alex is faced with new problems like expressing his feelings, revealing hidden secrets, and fighting against enemies. Aaron is also faced with problems since he was separated from his brother and believed his brother had been eliminated. Aaron's mind is corrupted by the High Priest Justine, the leader of Quill, and he is forced to fight against his brother in the great war between Quill and Artimé. The characters in this novel were relatable and credible. I found myself relating to my favourite character, Alex. He's my favourite because he fought for what he believed in and expressed himself. He changed quite a bit throughout the novel becoming more strong independently and was more brave to say what he felt. He is also very talented and curious. His curiosity gets him into trouble but also helps him obtain new information of the history of Quill and Artimé. My personal favourite part of the book is when Alex draws a 3-D door that can travel to Quill, and he uses it to see his brother. This shows how much of a bond Alex has with his brother. Sadly when he visits Aaron, Aaron does not think Alex is actually there and tells Alex how he does not want to see him and told him to go away and never come back. This part was one of my favourites because it shows how much of an effect being declared a Wanted had on the teens and how it could truly tear families apart. I did not have a least favourite part. It was a very enjoyable book and I would not change a thing about it. I would recommend this book to those who loved the Harry Potter books and/or The Hunger Games trilogy. It is good for ages 12 to whatever age. All in all, it was a fantastic book and I can not wait to read the second one!
The Unwanteds
By Lisa McMann
| Interest Level | Reading Level | Reading A-Z | ATOS | Word Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grades 4 - 8 | Grades 4 - 7 | n/a | 5.7 | 68014 |
Thirteen-year-old Alex tries his hardest to be stoic when his fate is announced as Unwanted, even while leaving behind his twin, Aaron, a Wanted. Upon arrival at the destination where he expected to be eliminated, however, Alex discovers a stunning secret--behind the mirage of the "death farm" there is instead a place called Artime.
In Artime, each child is taught to cultivate their creative abilities and learn how to use them magically, weaving spells through paintbrushes and musical instruments. Everything Alex has ever known changes before his eyes, and it's a wondrous transformation.
But it's a rare, unique occurence for twins to be separated between Wanted and Unwanted, and as Alex and Aaron's bond stretches across their separation, a threat arises for the survival of Artime that will pit brother against brother in an ultimate, magical battle.
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This book was awesome, it had some action parts and it never get boring.i totally recommend this book to people who like reading over the summer.
When twins are separated between Wanteds and Unwanteds their bonds are streched to make it possible for the land of the Unwanteds to be destroyed.
I LLLOOOVVVEEE this book. This book reminds me of Harry Potter and the Hunger Games. This book starts in Quill. When you are 13, you are sorted. The strong, intelligent, and in my view, BOR-INGGG people go to the University. while the strange, different, and how I feel, AWE-SSOOMMEEEE people go to their deaths. They are put on the back of a jeep and brought to their worst nightmares. Well, not their nightmares physically, but you know what I mean. You do, right? Their worst nightmare is the executioner. But who knows....on the other side of the executioner's mask might not be their worst nightmare... Join Alex, (the unwanted) and Aaron, (the wanted) on an action packed, colorful, adventure from Quill, to a place where creativity is possible, where magic is shaped into your will by art or music, and where you will always be safe from Quill...... or so you think.
Unwanted, so sad. The title makes you want to read the book so bad. If it was a bout a kid with problems that would blow my mind but a animal/creature is just not my idea of unwanted.
I would rate this book 3 stars out of 5 stars, This book is sad because the main character named Alex discovered that he is unwanted.
An amazing book! The climax was so unpredictable. 5 stars.
I love Harry Potter and I love the Hunger Games. So it only makes sense that I would love the Unwanteds series to. This is a very good book.
What an amazing book! It's really quite brilliant, and the climax change was unpredictable! I haven't read many books quite like it, and it gets a 4 stars from me! For people who liked this book I recommend the Emerald Atlas trio, even though the books aren't very alike. Star Rating: * * * *
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I RELY LIKE IS AMAZING .