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    Untold

    By Sarah Rees Brennan

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    In this second book in the Lynburn Legacy, the sorcerous roots of Sorry-in-the-Vale have been exposed. Now no one in the town is safe, and everyone has to choose sides. Will the townspeople (magical and not) become "owned" by the sorcerers who believe it is their right to rule? Or will it continue in a more modern vein, with the presence of the sorcerers playing a quieter--and much less violent--role. If Kami Glass has anything to say about it, evil will not win. Despite having given up her own piece of magic, she is determined to do everything she can to make a difference. And whether they want to or not, her circle of friends (and potential boyfriends) will not be able to help but follow her and go along with her unusual schemes and battle tactics.
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    PublisherSimon & Schuster UK
    Release dateAug 29, 2013
    ISBN9780857078100
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    Sarah Rees Brennan

    Sarah Rees Brennan is the New York Times bestselling author of the critically acclaimed Unspoken and The Demon’s Lexicon trilogy. Her most recent book, In Other Lands, was a Hugo Award finalist. She lives in Ireland. Visit her at SarahReesBrennan.com.

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    • 3/5
      Basically everything I thought it would be, given Sarah Rees Brennan's trilogy outline. What was still distracting was that everyone sounded the same (with the exception of the "bad guys" whom we don't really see exchanging lengthy, witty, dialogue).
    • 3/5
      teen paranormal romance (sorcery). pt. 2 of Lynburn Legacy. I liked the first better for good, strong heroine zingers, but this one did have some steamy bits. Would recommend to teens whose parents didn't object to magical elements.
    • 5/5
      Actual Rating: 4.5 starsFor more reviews, Cover Snark and more, visit A Reader of Fictions.Let’s add Untold to the list of second books in series that improve upon the first book. Unspoken was cute, funny and finally surprisingly dark. Untold continues that and becomes so much more feelsy and soul-crushing. Total Christina series, as I was told by Meg (Cuddlebuggery) and Gillian (Writer of Wrongs) time and time again. Always listen to those two as they are very wise.Oh, the banter of this series. I’ve already praised it to the skies, but, for real, Brennan needs to be teaching classes on this. The things about banter is that it really makes me feel the connections between people. It’s what makes me feel there are real friendships and passions building. Who are the people I banter with best? The ones that I’m in a flow state with. The kindred spirits. The people I can hardly believe weren’t always in my life. In The Lynburn Legacy, the banter is excellent and that’s why I care so much about Kami, Jared, Angela (my soulfriend), Holly, and Rusty. Sorry, Ash, you’re so nice, but also you don’t banter like the others and my feels about you are not so strong.I know that some don’t care for banter and, consequently, for this series. On an intellectual level, I get it. Everyone’s different. The humor strikes some as cavalier and it definitely makes the tone juxtapose with the harshness of the plot. While the story line is gothic horror and paranormal and dark dark dark, the humor lends an air of fluffiness. To some, it might seem like it trivializes the heavier issues. I, however, find that the humor makes everything ring true.Impossibly, Kami found herself smiling. It was a strange small miracle. (340)This sentence really sums up Kami’s determined sense of humor for me. Kami’s ability to find humor in the horrible situations in Sorry-in-the-Vale is miraculous. She’s strange, yes, and most people would not be able to pull out such gallows humor. That’s Kami, though. When she can’t smile or crack a joke, you know things have reached a new low and the sudden lack of banter strikes hard. There’s such a moment in Untold and just oof. I like reading about characters who try their best to laugh their way through the pain and the fear, and that’s probably my favorite thing about this series.The plot continues to be supremely entertaining, if not my favorite aspect of the series. What I like about Untold is the new layers added to some of the characters. I like the development given to Rosalind especially. The way things fall out in Untold is rather strange, with the big showdown not really being what I expected it to be and the real progress coming about in other ways. The worst things happened when I least expected them, like a sucker punch. In some ways, the big battle was anticlimactic, but I also really think it makes some interesting statements about how wars are really won.The romance in this book hurts me, both so good and so bad. Both of my ships (Holla and Jami) are by turns hopeful and painful. Sarah Rees Brennan is an excellent feels manipulator. I swear this book is kdrama-levels of emotional manipulation, which I mean as the best kind of compliment. I totally know I’m being manipulated, but it’s so effective. Jami is one of those ships where you really just want to shake them both because they’re so bad at communicating.It was like they were in different worlds entirely, trying to tell each other about what they saw. (340)This is Jared and Kami. It’s so funny that they know each other better than anyone else in the world, but at the same time they are total strangers now that their bond has been cut. It’s endlessly frustrating in a completely realistic way to watch them interact. What Jared says and what Kami understands him to mean are different things, and vice versa. The two have so much expectation packed on top of their interpretations that they’re blind to the truths in front of them. I also love that, ultimately, their relationship problems are really and truly their own and not so much tied to the larger plot. Obviously, the war in the town doesn’t help, but their problems are a lack of understanding and not the magic stuff.Then there are Holly and Angela, who totally also need to kiss and need to sort out their issues. I ship it so hard. Also, I just ship Angela with happiness, because she is the best creature in the history of the world. I mostly want to comment on all the beautiful quotes about sexuality in Untold, because they are ridiculously perfect. Seriously, LGBT+ readers will love it.Sadly, I do have one complaint. The thing is that, as I was reading, both Unspoken and Untold, I kept imagining them set somewhere in the US. New England, maybe. I was actually sort of doubting they were in London and looked up the info multiple times. This struck me as weird and I finally really thought about why. These books just do not come off as British at all. In Untold, there’s one moment where Kami refers to a sweater as a jumper and Jared responds like an American. That is the most British moment in the whole series. There’s rarely any slang or even particularly British customs. Generally, British novels feel very British but this series very much does not.Well, this book hurt me. In the good way. Now it’s time to see what book three will do and I’m hoping to be stomped on emotionally. I’m hoping this is a series that will only get stronger as it goes along.
    • 3/5
      So, this series. This series started out so well. I liked the first book a lot, I liked a lot of the character relationships even though I maybe didn’t like a lot of the characters particularly, and I was very curious about what was going to happen in the next books. Unfortunately, one of the weakest parts of the first book - the love triangle between Kami, Jared, and Ash - has continued to be a major part of the story in the second book and it just bogs everything down. That whole subplot could have been removed and instead the time spent with Jared and Kami learning to communicate with each other after their bond was severed (instead of just not bothering to even try). That could have been amazing character development and would have been much more interesting to read about. Instead, the whole time is spent with sitcom-like miscommunications and misunderstandings and it just seems like a waste of such a potentially interesting storyline. I am reading the third book, but I'm less excited about it than I was.
    • 5/5
      Where's the third book?
    • 3/5
      The Lynburns are about to embark on a wholescale war for Sorry-in-the-Vale, and Kami is the only person trying to stop them. Luckily, Kami may lack magic but she has pluck and the gift of the gab. Unluckily, you can only talk your way out of so much trouble...I absolutely loved the portrayal of the slow boil of the witches' civil war. Kami keeps up a sprightly running thread of whimsical dialog, but her patter cannot conceal the truly terrifying goings on around her. Sleepy little towns that hide dark secrets can be terrifying when done right, and Brennan does it well indeed.
    • 3/5
      I like these. Really I do. I like that the dialog is funny, and I love the tight relationships between characters. It is not quite as spooky as I would like -- but the fault lies with me (and what I hoped a book would be) and not with Ms. Brennan, who has made a very good book. Looking forward to the sequel.
    • 5/5
      A fun sequel, though it, too, ends on a major cliffhanger!Kami and her friends are doing their best to educate their town about the evil sorcerers around, but no one seems willing to fight back, until a little boy is stolenStrong, funny female characters and a super dreamy love interest.Recommended!
    • 4/5
      In UNTOLD matters in Sorry-in-the-Vale are getting worse. A showdown is coming between Rob Lynburn and his wife Lillian Lynburn. They have radically different futures in mind for the town. Rob wants the return of blood sacrifices; Lillian does not. However, Lillian doesn't have as many sorcerers on her side as Rob.Now that the link is broken between Kami and Jared, both are still reeling from the changes in their lives. Both are now feeling loneliness for the first time. They are also both still in love with each other but, without the link, they don't know that. They have to get used to learning to know each other like regular people do.This story is filled with amazing characters. Kami is such fun. She is goofy and prettier than she thinks she is. She is supported by her best friends Ashley and Holly and Ashley's brother Rusty. Then there are the Lynburn cousins - Jared and Ash. Both are amazing in their own ways. This story is the build up to the battle between Rob and Lillian. Kami and her friends are determined to do their parts to keep their homes safe despite their lack of magic. The story was intense and action-packed. It was also filled with all sorts of emotions.I can hardly wait for the next book, and would feel this way even if this book hadn't ended on a cliffhanger.
    • 4/5
      Sorry-in-the-Vale is a quaint English town to the casual observer, but it actually has a bloody history full of magic and sorcerers. The Lynburn family used to rule with terror and practiced human sacrifice for the most potent power. Now, the family is split. Robert Lynburn and his faction of sorcerers want to return to how it used to be while Jared Lynburn and his faction plan to stop him and return peace to the town. Kami Glass is working with the latter group, but after severing her connection to Jared, it's kind of awkward. However, with Robert and his camp demanding blood sacrifices of the inhabitants of the town, that must be put aside to try to figure out a way to gather enough power to beat them.I loved the first in the series and I couldn't wait to get my hands on the second. Sarah Rees Brennan's books are always a breeze to read with her witty dialog, atmospheric settings, and vivid characters. Her writing never fails to make me laugh out loud in public so I have endure weird glances from random people. Kami is pretty awesome. She investigates on her own despite having no support from her own side or her parents. After she severs her connection with Jared, she works to find out who she is without Jared's constant presence. Because of their history with the Lynburns, Kami's family threatens to collapse after lies are discovered. In addition to the evil sorcerers, she has to deal with every day things like relationship problems and family problems (although both are more supernatural here). The romance aspect takes up much of the novel. The longing glances, angst, and miscommunication between Jared and Kami are numerous. Normally I would find this annoying, but it really pulled on my heartstrings. I did wish they would just sit down and talk already, but then the romantic drama wouldn't be nearly as good.Untold is not as good as its predecessor. Not a whole lot happens because many, many pages are dedicated to relationship drama and love triangle annoyances. Nothing really exciting happens plotwise until the very very end of the book. The plot very weak compared to the first book. I also didn't like Jared as much in this book because of his crazy way of dealing with emotions, his codependency on Kami, and his refusal to communicate like an adult. I still like the character, but he was so frustrating. I just wanted to reach into the book and shake him. This is more of a side note, but it really annoys me when the covers change after a style has already been established. The first book's style is much better and it would have been cool to see it the style with different colors. Although I had a few problems with it, Untold is still enjoyable. Sarah Rees Brennan hasn't written a bad book yet and I will get the next one as soon as it comes out. I'm excited to see what's in store for these characters.
    • 4/5
      After that jaw-dropping cliffhanger in Unspoken, I was both excited and apprehensive about the new dynamic between Kami and Jared, and I wasn't disappointed.Untold is defintely an teenage-angsty book, dealing with unrequited love, heartbreak, evolving friendships and family drama, plus the added bonus of sorcerors fighting for control of Sorry-in-the-Vale and all of its inhabitants.I liked how both Kami and Jared have to now look to themselves for confidence and reassurance, now that the link has been severed. And it's easy to understand all of the hesitancy when Kami and Jared interact with each other in the first portion of the book. I was surprised with the scene at the Water Rising with the kiss, but even more surprised by Holly and Jared. I wasn't sure what to think about the Kami-Jared-Ash love triangle, because it's not really a triangle, especially when you add Rusty to the mix; wouldn't it be more of a square at this point? Rusty is hilarious as always, yet he's very insightful when he chooses to be serious (all three times it happened lol).The battle royale was somewhat predictable, and it even felt rushed, but the ending was definitely a shocker, and I'm frustrated that we won't get the last book until September.
    • 4/5
      Liked this read, entertaining but it didn't quite hit the same sweet space as it's predecessor. In Sorry-in-the-Vale the war between the sorcerers is heating up, Kami wants to resist the concept of being beholden to any of the sorcerers and she also wants to mend her relationship with Jared, who doesn't understand her reasons for wanting to break the bond between them. Although there still are feelings there the two of them are still trying to work out what is real and what is from the magic that used to join them. It's an interesting story and I do want to read the next in the series
    • 4/5
      Second books in trilogies are always tough. This one is focused isn't he growth of Kami and her resolve as she faces life alone for the first time. I was thrilled with her development and with all of the beloved characters being themselves and growing. I wish the action had been a bit more concrete, that we could have seen a bit more of what was going on with the sorcerers, but I know when outcomes are uncertain, people tend to sit around and wait to see how things are going on pan out, not our Kami. Plenty of angst and love and wit, and I'll be excited to read the finale.
    • 3/5
      Untold was an enjoyable and cozy read. I was surprised the kindle store described this as a gothic romance. I categorise Victoria Holt or Madeleine Brent novels as gothic romances. If Rob, the evil uncle, had been the love interest perhaps it would feel more gothic. Sorry-in-the-Vale has a lot of character and is creepy but the romance did not fit the bill. The love story was dragged out and repetitive. Jared is a depressed boy with trust issues but one misunderstanding between them sufficed.Ash did his part in Unspoken with his wishy washy-which side am I on and ritualistic killings [Barbara Michaels Son of the Wolf without any attempted rape scenes. Yes, the evil guardian in that book was thrown in the mix for a love triangle.] I suppose if Rob attempts to hit on Kami's mother I'll consider this a proper gothic romance.It was hinted in Unspoken that he did fancy Claire. Claire leads me to my biggest disappointment in this book. Why was so much time wasted on Jared and the link when Claire's story line has so much more interesting possibilities?I hate that the book ended without explaining her reaction to (view spoiler)The non sorcerers needed a bigger voice in the series. Will they pull a "for the greater good" mentality that the sorcerers feel? It is one thing for those with power such as the cop and Amber Green to let Rob win but what about everyone else? We know people are reading Kami's newspaper because she kept running out of copies. Why were more people on Rob's side? Holly's family wanted to get back their former glory which was nicely explained. The fact they left her alone in the night was sad. It is the rest of Sorry-in-the-Vale that could be fleshed out more. I hope we get less of Jared lashing out at Kami and more of the town and its characters next time.Untold reminded me of the Supernatural episode Scarecrow. The book opened with the scarecrows that tried to kill Kami and the whole idea that the town was richer by the relationship to the Lynburn family.
    • 3/5
      Review courtesy of Dark Faerie TalesQuick & Dirty: Good story, but with a dark and tragic storyline, it may leave you a bit sad and depressed by the end.Opening Sentence: Welcome to Sorry-in-the-Vale.The Review:Warning: There will be spoilers from the first novel, Unspoken, in this review. Untold, is the second novel in the Lynburn Legacy trilogy. It has only been two weeks since the showdown with Rob Lynburn and the cessation of Kami’s link with Jared. Kami doesn’t know how to respond to Jared’s hatred so she continues on with her life like she always did, with ambivalence and snappy words. Kami continues with her investigation into the Lynburns and learning who are the potential sorcerers helping Rob.Kami and her friends take it upon themselves to save the town. No one wants to stand up to Rob but they also do not want to supply the human sacrifice that he is asking for. Kami and the others learn self-defense and also learn to defend themselves from magic as best as they can. The adults in town just want the kids to leave it alone and just ignore Rob. But you just can’t ignore a guy that has no problem with killing.Kami’s relationships are falling apart. She no longer feels as close to Angela as she used to knowing that Angela has been hiding secrets from her this whole time. She lost Jared when she cut the connection to him. Her mother has always been secretive and once Kami’s father learns the truth she doesn’t believe her parents will remain together for much longer. It also doesn’t help that it appears as if Kami’s mom is supporting Rob.The winter solstice is coming and that is when Rob demands his sacrifice. Kami and her friends spend that time rallying the town to fight back. She even tries to plan with Lillian Lynburn but Lillian won’t listen to her since she isn’t a source anymore and has no magic of her own. Kami learns of something she can do in the fight against Rob but is she willing to commit that ultimate sacrifice.Untold had some really emotional moments for me especially in the relationship department between Kami and Jared. I just wanted to reach through the book and slap Jared but sadly I couldn’t… I really anticipated the scenes with Kami and Jared that I would speed read through everything else.The novel is told in the third person and jumps from Kami and many of her friends’ point of views. The atmosphere of the novel is very dark with humor thrown in. I really enjoyed the humor in Unspoken but this time I just felt the humor wasn’t quite as clever and that it was only trying to help lighten up the dark story.Overall, I enjoyed the story told in Untold. I didn’t like it quite as much as I liked Unspoken but I really do love the side characters in this series so that really helped seeing their side of the story throughout this novel. The ending did still leave me a bit sad and depressed. After all the tragedy this town has gone through it just doesn’t seem like there could be much of a happy story in the end. On that note, I really want to get my hands on a copy of Unmade to see how it all ends.Notable Scene:“You said,” she said slowly, “that what I wanted was the most important thing. But I don’t want you to do things because I want them. I want you to do what you want. So … what is it that you want?” she asked him.He was silent for the space of a few breaths, long enough for her to begin to hope, and then he said, “I want the link back. More than anything in the world.”“I see,” Kami said softly. She kept walking beside him, but a little farther apart. The cold air surrounded her on all sides.FTC Advisory: I purchased my own copy of Untold. No goody bags, sponsorships, “material connections,” or bribes were exchanged for my review.
    • 4/5
      Oh Jared. My sweet misunderstood Jared. No one gets you they’re all wary of you and yet you turn out to be the one who is the hero. Kami doesn’t get it not until you spell it out for her. I mean hello why do you think he was acting the way he was. You seriously hurt him girl.His cousin Ash, bless his soul is trying to figure out who he is and stand up for himself and let his mom see he isn’t a disappointment. His dad Rob is evil and Jared is the only one not judging him.Again Jared, you are so honest with everyone but you hate facing yourself. You protect Kami when she doesn’t want it and you understand when she links to Ash. A link neither is comfortable with. You are one with the house though and that is freaky.A story that will keep you on your toes and the action will have you rooting for the town to stand up for themselves. One that draws you in and keeps hold of you until the last line where your jaw has already dropped to the floor because of the thrilling and yet sadly poetic ending. A cliff hanger that is going to have you wanting that next book right away. You will begin to see a whole new light to Jared and understand Ash a little more. Let me tell you the cliffy has your jaw dropped and anxious for the last book. This is a wonderful series and an excellent book.
    • 5/5
      Please let me start off by politely requesting that if you have yet to read Unspoken, the first in The Lynburn Legacy series, you should drop whatever it is your doing–even if it be sleeping (though I’m not entirely sure how you “drop” sleep)–and go read it. Seriously, these books are THAT good. Also, if you have yet to read Unspoken you should probably skip over reading the next paragraph, as sequel summaries tend to contain slight spoilers about the end of the first book. And because I’m having trouble actually formulating a summary (because I’m too busy imaging what’s going to happen next, thanks to the GIANT cliffhanger), I’ll post a little something from Goodreads:“In the old days, the Lynburn family ruled with fear, terrifying the people into submission in order to kill for blood and power. Now the Lynburns are back, and Rob Lynburn is gathering sorcerers so that the town can return to the old ways. But Rob and his followers aren’t the only sorcerers in town. A decision must be made: pay the blood sacrifice, or fight. For Kami, this means more than just choosing between good and evil. With her link to Jared Lynburn severed, she’s now free to love anyone she chooses. But who should that be?”Among all the OH-MY-GOSH-WHAT-IS-HAPPENING moments, this book is undeniably fraught with the wit of characters and all the clever quips you could possibly need, keeping the story thoroughly entertaining. I found myself going from uncontrollable laughter to not even being able to breathe, fearful that the characters would sense my tension and act out accordingly. Prepare to have ALL YOUR HOPES AND DREAMS ripped out–it’s Sarah’s specialty, after all–5/5 blindingly bright stars ;)