The Uncommoners 2 The Shadows of Do..., Jennifer Bell
The Uncommoners 2 The Shadows of Do..., Jennifer Bell
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The Uncommoners #2: The Shadows of Doom

Author: Jennifer Bell

Narrator: Jayne Entwistle

Unabridged: 9 hr 37 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/05/2019


Synopsis

Anyone with a Hogwarts-shaped hole in their lives can't miss the second book in this fantasy series. Escape to Lundinor, the underground city that holds the world's greatest treasures . . . and its biggest threats.

"Part Tim Burton, part J.K. Rowling! A terrific series." --Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of the School for Good and Evil series

Ivy and her older brother, Seb, are back in Lundinor--the underground city where enchanted objects can do incredible things, if they're uncommon. But not everyone is thrilled at their arrival. Namely, Selena Grimes, the wicked ghoul who will stop at nothing to return her guild, the Dirge, to their former glory. When Ivy and Seb learn that Selena is after the Jar of Shadows, one of the five most powerful uncommon objects, they know it's up to them to find it first.

But there's more than just Selena to worry about this trading season. Jack-in-the-Green, an escaped shape-shifting convict, haunts the city; Grivens, a troubling game where players often end up horribly injured--or worse--is on the rise; and foes disguised as friends lurk in the shadows. Ivy will have to figure out who they can trust--before they meet their uncommon ends.

About The Author

Jennifer Bell's The Uncommoners #1: The Hands of Fate debuted as a Kids' Indie Next Pick and a Children's Book Council "Hot Off the Press" selection. It was also named one of the Publishers Association's Best New Children's Books and hit the #5 spot on the Sunday Times children's bestseller list in the UK. Lundinor's spring transformation in The Smoking Hourglass was inspired by traditional English villages and the world-famous Glastonbury music festival.When not thinking about what uncommon tape measures might do, Bell can be found talking about her other favorite stories as a bookseller at an award-winning children's bookshop in London. You can find her online at jennifer-bell-author.com, on Facebook, and on Twitter at @jenrosebell.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Carina on June 29, 2017

I had so hoped to love this book. Because I read the first one a few months ago; I liked it a lot, and I felt sure I would enjoy this sequel even more. But oh, how I was wrong. So disappointed by this one. I'm giving it two stars, and even that feels too kind of me. Gosh. I really wish I had loved t......more

Goodreads review by Dragana on August 24, 2020

Zaista dobar nastavak. Više Lundinora, više neobičnjačkih predmeta i pomalo mračnija priča. Odlična za decu koja su suviše mala za Potera. Likovi su sjajni i zaista je lako vezati se za njih. Jedva čekam završni deo.......more

Goodreads review by Galleane on April 25, 2019

Voilà une suite dont j'ai vu les qualités, des qualités qui ne m'auront malheureusement pas autant touché que précédemment et j'ai vu plusieurs défauts qui ne m'avaient pas gênés auparavant et qui ici l'ont été, voir qui ont été problématiques. Je n'ai pas du tout détesté ma lecture, mais je ne m'at......more

Goodreads review by emiisconfused on April 27, 2021

Finishing this book felt like returning home. It’s so beautifully written and I love it so so much. Ivy, Seb, Valian and Scratch’s adventures were fun and amazing to read and I loved the introduction of the new character, Judy. I have nothing bad to say. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️......more

Goodreads review by Evelyn on August 31, 2020

Je kunt echt merken dat het verhaal beter loopt nu de wereld goed is opgebouwd: er is meer ruimte voor plot ofzo. Héél verslavend, nu lekker verder met deel 3.......more


Quotes

Praise for the Uncommoners series:

Winter 2016-17 Kids Indie Next List pick!
A 2016 Sainsbury Children's Book Award Nominee!


“It’s impossible not to hear the chimes of Harry Potter ringing through.” —The Telegraph

“Slightly spooky atmosphere, well-paced action, and engaging mystery.” —Booklist 

“A return visit would be worth it.” —The Bulletin

"Inventive momentum and intrigue keep the pages turning." –Kirkus Reviews