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The breathtaking follow-up to Virals in the new forensic series from Sunday Times bestselling author Kathy Reichs
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The second novel in the Virals trilogy from #1 bestselling author and inspiration for the TV series Bones - Kathy Reichs!
Ever since Tory Brennan and her friends rescued Cooper, a kidnapped wolf pup with a rare strain of canine parvovirus, they've turned from regular kids into a crime-solving pack! But now the very place that brought them together - the Loggerhead Island Research Institute - is out of funding and will have to shut down. That is, unless the Virals can figure out a way to save it!
So when Tory learns of an old Charleston legend about a famous she-pirate, Anne Bonney, whose fortune was never found, she can't believe her luck - buried treasure is exactly what she needs to save the Institute on Loggerhead! Trouble is, she and her friends aren't the only ones looking for it. And this time, the Virals' special powers may not be enough to dig them out of trouble . . .
Ever since Tory Brennan and her friends rescued Cooper, a kidnapped wolf pup with a rare strain of canine parvovirus, they've turned from regular kids into a crime-solving pack! But now the very place that brought them together - the Loggerhead Island Research Institute - is out of funding and will have to shut down. That is, unless the Virals can figure out a way to save it!
So when Tory learns of an old Charleston legend about a famous she-pirate, Anne Bonney, whose fortune was never found, she can't believe her luck - buried treasure is exactly what she needs to save the Institute on Loggerhead! Trouble is, she and her friends aren't the only ones looking for it. And this time, the Virals' special powers may not be enough to dig them out of trouble . . .
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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is NOT a Tempe Brennan forensic investigation but a sequel to 'Virals', the novel featuring Victoria ('Tory') Brennan, Tempe's great-neice, published a year or so ago and aimed at what was described as the 'young adult' market.
'Virals' was built around a group of four mid-teens of impeccably politically correct composition (Irish American, Native American, African American and Jewish American ancestry!) whose parents work at a research institution and nature reserve on Loggerhead Island, offshore from Charleston, South Carolina. The kids live in an employee enclave on neighbouring - and otherwise pretty much deserted - Morris Island. The first novel involved illegal shenanigans surrounding the development and testing of a synthetic supervirus. Testing was carried out on a wolf-cross pup, rescued from its fate by our four heroes, all of whom inevitably contracted the virus. As a result, they are more than a little disconcerted to find that they periodically experience periods of super-enhanced senses and abnormal physical strenghth. They keep all this to themselves - well, they would, wouldn't they?
'Seizure' begins with the discovery that due to economic pressures the research institution is to be closed down and the two islands are to be sold for commercial development. Terrified by the prospect of being separated before they have resolved their viral issues, the gang are determined to do what they can to prevent the closure and sale, though an astronomic sum of money is clearly necessary. While avoiding other guests at an overblown party, Tory discovers the legend - or is it a legend? - of Ann Bonny, a notorious female pirate active in the early 1700s who was reported to have hidden a vast treasure in or around Charleston before her capture and possible execution. And so the adventure begins .....
Apart from the Sci-Fi element, 'Seizure' is in the direct tradition of Enid Blyton's 'Famous Five' - right down to the dog! At one point, the characters comment upon their collective similarity to 'The Goonies' - the group of treasure-seekers in a Stephen Spielberg story filmed by Richard Donner around 25 years ago. And that sums up the book - it never pretends to be anything more than a kids' adventure story, and at that level it works pretty well. There's lots of action, plenty of clues, any amount of secret tunnels and nocturnal expeditions, and a satisfying, if predictable, result.
I'd pitch the optimum age range a little lower than 'young adult' - my kids would have loved it from, say. 10 to 13. Within that age range, I'd hazard a guess that young readers would award an average of four - maybe even five stars. I confess that I much enjoyed wallowing in nostalgic escapism, but in that respect I've often been told that I'm not normal. I'm proud to agree! But if you read the book expecting Tempe Brennan, you're very likely going to be disappointed, and that might suggest one, or at most two stars. In the best traditions of cowardice I've decided to sit on the fence and settle for three stars - but I feel at least partly justified because in my view the publisher could and should do more to distinguish the 'Virals' series from mainstrean Kathy Reichs novels.
Despite my overall rating above, for those thinking of buying the book for what it is - a kids' adventure tale with a modest sci-fi component - 'Seizure' is, as I've said, worth four stars at least.
'Virals' was built around a group of four mid-teens of impeccably politically correct composition (Irish American, Native American, African American and Jewish American ancestry!) whose parents work at a research institution and nature reserve on Loggerhead Island, offshore from Charleston, South Carolina. The kids live in an employee enclave on neighbouring - and otherwise pretty much deserted - Morris Island. The first novel involved illegal shenanigans surrounding the development and testing of a synthetic supervirus. Testing was carried out on a wolf-cross pup, rescued from its fate by our four heroes, all of whom inevitably contracted the virus. As a result, they are more than a little disconcerted to find that they periodically experience periods of super-enhanced senses and abnormal physical strenghth. They keep all this to themselves - well, they would, wouldn't they?
'Seizure' begins with the discovery that due to economic pressures the research institution is to be closed down and the two islands are to be sold for commercial development. Terrified by the prospect of being separated before they have resolved their viral issues, the gang are determined to do what they can to prevent the closure and sale, though an astronomic sum of money is clearly necessary. While avoiding other guests at an overblown party, Tory discovers the legend - or is it a legend? - of Ann Bonny, a notorious female pirate active in the early 1700s who was reported to have hidden a vast treasure in or around Charleston before her capture and possible execution. And so the adventure begins .....
Apart from the Sci-Fi element, 'Seizure' is in the direct tradition of Enid Blyton's 'Famous Five' - right down to the dog! At one point, the characters comment upon their collective similarity to 'The Goonies' - the group of treasure-seekers in a Stephen Spielberg story filmed by Richard Donner around 25 years ago. And that sums up the book - it never pretends to be anything more than a kids' adventure story, and at that level it works pretty well. There's lots of action, plenty of clues, any amount of secret tunnels and nocturnal expeditions, and a satisfying, if predictable, result.
I'd pitch the optimum age range a little lower than 'young adult' - my kids would have loved it from, say. 10 to 13. Within that age range, I'd hazard a guess that young readers would award an average of four - maybe even five stars. I confess that I much enjoyed wallowing in nostalgic escapism, but in that respect I've often been told that I'm not normal. I'm proud to agree! But if you read the book expecting Tempe Brennan, you're very likely going to be disappointed, and that might suggest one, or at most two stars. In the best traditions of cowardice I've decided to sit on the fence and settle for three stars - but I feel at least partly justified because in my view the publisher could and should do more to distinguish the 'Virals' series from mainstrean Kathy Reichs novels.
Despite my overall rating above, for those thinking of buying the book for what it is - a kids' adventure tale with a modest sci-fi component - 'Seizure' is, as I've said, worth four stars at least.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I think Virals is rapidly shaping up to be one of my favourite YA series to date. This second installment - which takes place about four months after the first - takes the firm foundation Reichs laid down in Virals and builds a wonderfully exciting new adventure smack on top of it.
The Viral pack - Tory, Shelton, Hi, Ben and their wolfdog Coop - are still attempting to figure out their new abilities when they get shocking news. Their beloved Loggerhead Island, home of the LIRI institute and a beautiful nature reserve, is to be sold off as the university budget is squeezed. Faced with the prospect of her friends being split apart and moved across the continent, Tory clutches wildly at the local legend of Anne Bonny. A fearsome flame-haired lady pirate, Bonny is rumoured to have buried her treasure somewhere in the area. Would it be enough to save Loggerhead? Can she persuade the pack that this isn't just a wild goose chase? And can they solve the mystery in time to stop the sale of the island - and before anyone else finds out what they're up to?
I loved this book. I found the relationships between the four human Virals absolutely spot-on for a group of teenagers - the idle banter, Hi's teasing wit, the slight attraction between Tory and Ben that simmers away gently - and enjoyed the continued exploration of the new pack bond that cements them together. It's great to have four such distinct and resourceful characters to root for, each with their own strengths, weaknesses and quirky idiosyncracies. The plot has a real Indiana Jones/Pirates of the Caribbean feel to it this time, with riddles to solve, a trail to follow, and a genuinely nail-biting underground set-piece that had me glued breathlessly to the pages for well over an hour. Like last time, there are dangerous people hot on the pack's heels, and in true crime thriller style Reichs throws out plenty of red herrings to stop the reader working everything out too quickly. I sincerely hope there's more still to come for the Virals - roll on book three!
The Viral pack - Tory, Shelton, Hi, Ben and their wolfdog Coop - are still attempting to figure out their new abilities when they get shocking news. Their beloved Loggerhead Island, home of the LIRI institute and a beautiful nature reserve, is to be sold off as the university budget is squeezed. Faced with the prospect of her friends being split apart and moved across the continent, Tory clutches wildly at the local legend of Anne Bonny. A fearsome flame-haired lady pirate, Bonny is rumoured to have buried her treasure somewhere in the area. Would it be enough to save Loggerhead? Can she persuade the pack that this isn't just a wild goose chase? And can they solve the mystery in time to stop the sale of the island - and before anyone else finds out what they're up to?
I loved this book. I found the relationships between the four human Virals absolutely spot-on for a group of teenagers - the idle banter, Hi's teasing wit, the slight attraction between Tory and Ben that simmers away gently - and enjoyed the continued exploration of the new pack bond that cements them together. It's great to have four such distinct and resourceful characters to root for, each with their own strengths, weaknesses and quirky idiosyncracies. The plot has a real Indiana Jones/Pirates of the Caribbean feel to it this time, with riddles to solve, a trail to follow, and a genuinely nail-biting underground set-piece that had me glued breathlessly to the pages for well over an hour. Like last time, there are dangerous people hot on the pack's heels, and in true crime thriller style Reichs throws out plenty of red herrings to stop the reader working everything out too quickly. I sincerely hope there's more still to come for the Virals - roll on book three!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Although I enjoyed Virals I had felt that Kathy Reichs could best be described as having made "a valiant effort" at writing for a younger market but not quite succeeded. This second book in the series is far tighter and more consistent in its presentation and the plot doesn't creak at all.
It is fairly far fetched in the way of all similar books but that is no true criticism - Harry Potter, Artemis Fowle etc are hardly examples of stark realism!
Interesting to note that in Flash and Bones (2011 Tempe Brennan novel) that reference is made to the sudden existence of Tory Brennan. Can't wait for the crossover novel.
It is fairly far fetched in the way of all similar books but that is no true criticism - Harry Potter, Artemis Fowle etc are hardly examples of stark realism!
Interesting to note that in Flash and Bones (2011 Tempe Brennan novel) that reference is made to the sudden existence of Tory Brennan. Can't wait for the crossover novel.
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Even better than the 1st in the series
I read Virals and enjoyed the book even though it was meant for teenagers.
Seizure is far far better, a book that makes you want to read it and find out what happens next. Read more
Seizure is far far better, a book that makes you want to read it and find out what happens next. Read more
Published 12 days ago by maggie
A Great Series for Kids - Science and History, brilliant!
I am an avid reader of the Temperence Brennan books by Kathy Reichs (I've already pre-ordered to next one), so when her new YA series, Virals, popped up last year I wanted to try... Read more
Published 21 days ago by Stacey Mitchell
Seizure
Excellent follow up to "Virals", develops both her characters AND her stories perfectly and I am really looking forward to more from this writer
Published 1 month ago by Graham, Nanchester
Seizure
Seizure was a fantastic book, full of twists and turns that balanced perfectly with the storyline. The two books released are fantastic so far, and I look forward for another one.
Published 1 month ago by Mr. M. Tomenson
Still the same niggle but good fun
Having read the original title in Kathy's YA series I was a little apprehensive as to what this, the second book would offer. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Gareth Wilson - Falcata Times Blog
Seizure by Kathy Reichs
This book is a follow on from Virals. A good enough story in its own right, but not a patch on the Temperance Brennan books. Read more
Published 2 months ago by AnnaL
Siezure - sequel to Virals
Excellent book - a must read after Virals. Beautifully written and a very exciting read. It is certainly a 'can not put down' book.
Published 2 months ago by Mrs. C. M. Bishop
Great!
When i first started the Virals books i didnt realise they were different from the Brennan books but i was glad they were! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Blob
Reichs in good form
I'm a great fan of Kathy Reichs. Seizure is part of a two part Story beginning with Virals. Read Virals first Seizure second. Read more
Published 3 months ago by A. Jones
Misleading...
Although I didn't mind the book being a reader of children's fiction, I really don't appreciate finishing a Patricia Cornwell book and being recommended what is in essence this... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Janie Doe
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