When i first heard about this novel, i was convinced it was just another young adult paranormalsupernatural book focusing on vampires, witches or god forbid. I think were meant to question how much of the story was real or imagined, but id have preferred more direction on this from the author. Or, at least the first 230ish pages are from a five star book and the remaining few chapters belong in wtf capital city. Rebecca anderson is the author of several acclaimed books, including the teen thriller ultraviolet, which was shortlisted for the andre norton award, and the. Ultraviolet ultraviolet series, book 1 ultraviolet by r. I was still gripped, though, i couldnt get enough of this book. Ultraviolet ultraviolet, book 1 by r j anderson book cover, description, publication history. This breath of fresh air reintroduces readers to traditional science fiction, with the bonus of a strong heroine. I just had to read that far and i knew i was getting into something good. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. The bookbag very much a story about faith and beliefs, rebel is engaging, suspenseful, and thoughtful. She is the author of the acclaimed novels spell hunter, wayfarer, and arrow. If youre going into this book expecting a typical young adult book, then this is not for you. Ultraviolet ultraviolet, book 1 by r j anderson fantastic fiction.
Anderson steps away from faeries and tackles an entirely new genre and writing style in her latest novel, ultraviolet. She lives with her husband and three children in stratford, ontario, canada. That was my reaction late last night when i finished this book and the feeling hasnt worn off. Anderson to talk about her new book ultraviolet and its 20 sequel. Her love for the golden age detective novels of dorothy l. Ultraviolet is the book that surprised me the most thus far this year, mainly because it turned out to be nothing like i had imagined. Anderson by miranda mcdermott, harry belafonte 115th street library september 23, 2014 alison jeffries wakes up at st.
Anderson the above passage shows not counting the prologue the first paragraphs of ultraviolet. Ultraviolet is genrebending paranormal ya about a 17yearold girl named alison whois a synesthete she hears color, sees sound, etc, a tetrachromat she can see into the ultraviolet part of the spectrum, and possibly a murderer. Ultraviolet is one of those sneaky books that makes you think youre. Ultraviolet was shortlisted for the andre norton award in 2012. Rj anderson is a canadian author of contemporary fantasy and science fiction for older children and teens. Sayers and margery allingham, along with a lifelong delight in fantasy and adventure stories, inspired her to write a pocket full of murder and its companion a little taste of poison. Trailer for book ultraviolet by r j anderson orchard books this feature is not available right now. Featuring yet another awesome heroine and a surprisingly highstakes, unflinching plot, quicksilver, to put it plainly, rocks. Mar 26, 20 the companion book to 2011s ultraviolet, quicksilver is a fantastic science fiction novel from r. I liked both of rj anderson s faery books so i am hoping to pick this one up soon. I enjoy r j anderson s writing, but this book left me wondering what to make of the plot.
It seems immore the tough realities of publishing have decreed that there will be no third book at this time, at least not from my original publisher. Feb 02, 2012 trailer for book ultraviolet by r j anderson orchard books this feature is not available right now. I recommend this to grace martin in episode 16 of what should i read next. Some parts in ultraviolet didnt interest me at all, but other parts engaged me so much that i couldnt tear my eyes away from the page. Ultraviolet had me thinking about the story nonstop since i started to read it. May 20, 2018 2011 nominee, andre norton award for young adult science fiction and fantasy ultraviolet 20 paperback by r. Rebecca joan anderson is a canadian author of contemporary fantasy and science fiction for older children and teens, including the faery rebels, flight and flame, ultraviolet and uncommon magic series. As with ultraviolet, this book takes us into the inner life of someone who perceives the world a little bit differently then the rest of us. When i first heard about this novel, i was convinced it was just another young adult paranormalsupernatural book focusing on vampires, witches or.
I hoped to make ultraviolet the kind of book that people would want to read twice once. Ultraviolet is weird and crazy, but surprisingly, this genredefying novel is an enjoyable success. I like the science fiction elements of the book, but it was a jolt three quarters of the way through when the story. Alison has been sectioned in a mental institute for teens, having murdered the most perfect and popular girl at school. This sensory crosswiring causes alison to experience numbers as colors. Her debut novel knife, which has sold more than 50,000 copies in the uk, while her teen thriller ultraviolet was shortlisted for both the sunburst award in canada and the prestigious andre norton nebula award in the us. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. But quicksilver does prove that anderson definitely has a knack for perspective and character. Once upon a time science fiction was not invariably preceded by dystopian, nor was it just a handy synonym for paranormal. We love r j anderson, who refuses to bend to fashion and resolutely does her own. Her debut novel knife, which has sold more than 50,000 copies in the uk, was a canadian library association cla honour book and won the concorde book award in the uk, while her teen. It seems im going to have to selfpublish the conclusion to the series and since i have. Back home tori was the girl who had everything a sixteenyearold could wantpopularity, money, beauty.
Lukes hospital, her mind foggy from psychotropic meds. I liked both of rj andersons faery books so i am hoping to pick this one up soon. Anderson includes books touching indigo and quicksilver. Overall, my rating of ultraviolet came down to one thing. This book isnt completely without flaws, but its a great read. Read unlimited books and audiobooks on the web, ipad, iphone and android. Anderson, who refuses to bend to fashion and does her own thing to rather wonderful effect. Her debut novel knife, which has sold more than 50,000 copies in the uk, was longlisted for the carnegie medal and won the concorde book award, while her teen psychological thriller ultraviolet was shortlisted for both the sunburst award in canada and the prestigious. The bookbag very much a story about faith and beliefs, rebel. Carolrhoda lab us orchard books uk publication date. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite. Sayers and margery allingham, along with a lifelong delight in fantasy and adventure stories, inspired her to write a. Anderson has been praised for both series, with knife the first book in the faery rebels series winning the concorde book award in 2011 and nominated for a carnegie medal in 2009. I might not be ready to pour out my feelings to the world, but id had enough of trying to ignore them.
Anderson rebecca anderson was born in uganda, raised in ontario, went to school in new jersey, and has spent. There is a bit of a romance in the book, which is more of a subplot, but one thats intrinsically linked to the main plot. If you read ultraviolet you will be absolutely blown away by r. Ultraviolet is one of those sneaky books that makes you think you re. Ultraviolet by rj anderson i reread this and it has some beautiful imagery, maybe a bit on the purple prose side, but the mc has synthesia and her descriptions are beautiful. Anderson i will make it clear that ultraviolet is a five star book. The companion book to 2011s ultraviolet, quicksilver is a fantastic science fiction novel from r. Jun 02, 2011 ultraviolet is the book that surprised me the most thus far this year, mainly because it turned out to be nothing like i had imagined. See the complete ultraviolet series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Overall, my rating of ultraviolet came down to one thing the wide range of emotions ultraviolet made me feel. Now a mysterious, attractive young doctor has nosed out her secret. Anderson wrote so well that her characters and story had me compelled to write about it right away. Great commentary on the stigma around mental illness and the sequel has an ace mc who is introduced in this book. It grabs you and takes you in like no other book youve read in a while.
Anderson, a canadian author of fantasy, is an assured storyteller with a knack for creating memorable characters. Rebecca joan anderson is a canadian author of contemporary fantasy and science fiction for older children and teens. Conceived by paul pairet, the first restaurant of its kind uniting food with multisensory technology to create an immersive dining experience. Shes long obeyed her mothers warning to tell no one. The pacing of the book was okay and i have nothing to complain about it. The less you know about ultraviolet before you read it, the better your reading experience will most likely be.
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