- Paperback: 448 pages
- Publisher: MIRA Books; paperback / softback edition (8 Jan 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0778303365
- ISBN-13: 978-0778303367
- Product Dimensions: 17.4 x 10.8 x 3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 62,559 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'A compelling new fantasy series' --Rhianna Pratchett, SFX Magazine on Poison Study
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New York Times bestselling author Maria V. Snyder brings readers into a world of molten magic, excitement and adventure. Student glass magician Opal Cowan's newfound ability to steal a magician's powers makes her too powerful. Ordered to house arrest, Opal dares defy her imprisonment, travelling to the Moon Clan's lands in search of Ulrick, the man she thinks she loves. Thinks because she is sure another man - now her prisoner - has switched souls with Ulrick. In hostile territory, without proof or allies, Opal isn't sure whom to trust. She can't forget Kade, the handsome Stormdancer who doesn't want to let her get close. And now everyone is after Opal's special powers for their own deadly gain.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is the secon instalement in the "Glass" series. If you haven't already read the first one then click this link-Storm Glass (Opal Cowan Trilogy - Book 1) (MIRA)
The second book continues straight away from the first and shows Opals struggle to get people to believe her about Ulrick and Devlen. But when everyone she trusts turn their backs on her she has to figure out a way to save Sitia-alone
When even the mighty soalfinder,Yelena, doesn't believe her who will she turn to...
Why are there assassination attempts on her, everywhere she goes...
She loves Kade. But why does she keep on thinking about Devlen...
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I cannot wait until the third book is released in September 2010, where I think Opal will have to make a difficult decision between a Stormdancer and an ex-Warper.
The second book continues straight away from the first and shows Opals struggle to get people to believe her about Ulrick and Devlen. But when everyone she trusts turn their backs on her she has to figure out a way to save Sitia-alone
When even the mighty soalfinder,Yelena, doesn't believe her who will she turn to...
Why are there assassination attempts on her, everywhere she goes...
She loves Kade. But why does she keep on thinking about Devlen...
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and I cannot wait until the third book is released in September 2010, where I think Opal will have to make a difficult decision between a Stormdancer and an ex-Warper.
27 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Another excellent instalment by M.V Snyder! While I have to admit the first few chapters of the story were a struggle as I tried to get my head back into the story we left behind in Storm Glass, the book quickly gained pace and excitement.
The plot, as usual was full of interesting twists and I very much enjoyed Opal's gradual character development throughout; she became a real heroine in Sea Glass. It was lovely to meet all of the familiar cast again too, particularly the extended visits from Janco. A thoroughly enjoyable read, from a highly recommended series.
With a completely unexpected ending, I can't wait for the third book in the series!
The plot, as usual was full of interesting twists and I very much enjoyed Opal's gradual character development throughout; she became a real heroine in Sea Glass. It was lovely to meet all of the familiar cast again too, particularly the extended visits from Janco. A thoroughly enjoyable read, from a highly recommended series.
With a completely unexpected ending, I can't wait for the third book in the series!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Opal Cowan's newfound power to steal the magic of another makes her too powerful, and too dangerous, in the eyes of the Council. Forced to return to the keep, Opal plots her escape to find the man who can prove her sanity. But although she knows Ulrick switched bodies with Devlen, everyone believes Opal has been taken in by an elaborate lie. With no proof and few allies, Opal must learn to trust herself especially as everyone now wants a piece of her powers for their own gain.
This is the second book in the Glass trilogy (the first being Storm Glass and the third is Spy Glass). I read and loved the first so I grabbed this one off my shelf pretty much as soon as I was done, and I must say I wasn't disappointed. Having read Maria V. Snyder's other trilogy (Poison Study, Magic Study and Fire Study) I knew that the plot for this trilogy would twist and turn and end up in a completely unexpected place, and so far it has done just that.
The plot of this book continues straight on from its predecessor but is full of twists and turns. There is a strong political focus as Opal realises that her skill at creating glass messengers is revolutionising Sitia, and that she no longer has any choice about continuing her work. The romance aspect of the storyline has become a little complicated as while Opal is with Kade, she's also searching for Ulrick and trying to figure out what her feelings are for Devlen.
Opal does become understandably bitter over the course of the book, and her character takes a darker tone as the story progresses. Given what she's been through I think it's fair that she would become morose and bitter, but she also develops some more courage and confidence and is now willing to go after what she wants. She grew a lot as a character over the course of the book, and I can't wait to see what happens next especially after the dramatic ending.
Oh - and this trilogy is meant to be read after the Study trilogy, so if you're deciding between the two read that one first. You can read this one without reading the other, but be aware the Glass books contain massive spoilers for the Study books.
All in all, this was a great read and I'm really looking forward to reading Spy Glass.
Plot: 10/10
Characters: 10/10
Ending: 10/10
Enjoyment: 10/10
Cover: 8/10
Overall: 48/50
This is the second book in the Glass trilogy (the first being Storm Glass and the third is Spy Glass). I read and loved the first so I grabbed this one off my shelf pretty much as soon as I was done, and I must say I wasn't disappointed. Having read Maria V. Snyder's other trilogy (Poison Study, Magic Study and Fire Study) I knew that the plot for this trilogy would twist and turn and end up in a completely unexpected place, and so far it has done just that.
The plot of this book continues straight on from its predecessor but is full of twists and turns. There is a strong political focus as Opal realises that her skill at creating glass messengers is revolutionising Sitia, and that she no longer has any choice about continuing her work. The romance aspect of the storyline has become a little complicated as while Opal is with Kade, she's also searching for Ulrick and trying to figure out what her feelings are for Devlen.
Opal does become understandably bitter over the course of the book, and her character takes a darker tone as the story progresses. Given what she's been through I think it's fair that she would become morose and bitter, but she also develops some more courage and confidence and is now willing to go after what she wants. She grew a lot as a character over the course of the book, and I can't wait to see what happens next especially after the dramatic ending.
Oh - and this trilogy is meant to be read after the Study trilogy, so if you're deciding between the two read that one first. You can read this one without reading the other, but be aware the Glass books contain massive spoilers for the Study books.
All in all, this was a great read and I'm really looking forward to reading Spy Glass.
Plot: 10/10
Characters: 10/10
Ending: 10/10
Enjoyment: 10/10
Cover: 8/10
Overall: 48/50
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Deb
I love these books, Mira V Snyder is brilliant. I've read the 'Study' trilogy and loved it so was happy to see an other trilogy 'Glass' and was not disapointed. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Deb
My brain tells me it's awful but I just keep on reading...
I think this book is probably best described as a guilty pleasure. I like it but I know I really, really shouldn't.
Opal is annoying. Read more
Opal is annoying. Read more
Published 14 months ago by LaChatteBrun
not the most thrilling Part 2
If you managed to finish the first book, and it drove you mad with Opal's indecisiveness and how easy it was for her to switch emotions - this book will torment you more because it... Read more
Published 14 months ago by The Treesong
Young adult caliber, not great.
I have read young adult fiction that has more depth than this. I bought the first book, and the first half was good. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Mme Hmm
Amazing!
This is a fab book that i would defo recommend. A real page turner, u r gripped to the very end and you still want more. Read more
Published 15 months ago by KLR
glass trilogy
Bought these after reading "Magic Trilogy". A good read, although you need to read "Magic" to properly follow the story, this being the follow-on.
Published 15 months ago by Brian L. Palmer
Brill!
Sea glass follows on from Storm glass that was soo amazing i thought this one couldnt match it but it did! Read more
Published 16 months ago
Sea Glass
The main thing I love about the Glass series is Snyder's beautiful way with words. I fell in love with her prose in Storm Glass and she just gets better and better with each book... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Carly Bennett
Intriguing story
I bought book 1 of this series in a sale and got hooked on the storyline and wanted to read more. It starts with a girl growing up in a glass factory and revolves around things... Read more
Published 18 months ago by Yvanova
Opal Cowan grows in power, confidence and confusion - but tackles it...
Opal Cowan is growing in power... this is a superb second book to the trilogy. I really like the style of this writer, her imagination relating to the evolution of the magic that... Read more
Published 21 months ago by S. Noble
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