*DO
NOT READ THIS REVIEW UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE JEWEL. THERE MAY BE SOME
SPOILER. If you want to read this series, read my review about The Jewel
by clicking on the link: Review: The Jewel by Amy Ewing
Title: The Black Key (The Lone City #3)
Author: Amy Ewing
1st
Date of Publication: October 4, 2016
ISBN: 9780062235848
#
of Pages: 295
Genre: Young Adult Dystopian
Age
Rating: 15+ (Language, Violence)
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Book
Description:
For too long, Violet and the people of the outer circles of the Lone City have lived in service to the royalty of the Jewel. But now the secret society known as the Black Key is preparing to seize power.
And while Violet knows she is at the center of this rebellion, she has a more personal stake in it—her sister, Hazel, has been taken by the Duchess of the Lake. Now, after fighting so hard to escape the Jewel, Violet must do everything in her power to return to save not only Hazel, but the future of the Lone City.
For too long, Violet and the people of the outer circles of the Lone City have lived in service to the royalty of the Jewel. But now the secret society known as the Black Key is preparing to seize power.
And while Violet knows she is at the center of this rebellion, she has a more personal stake in it—her sister, Hazel, has been taken by the Duchess of the Lake. Now, after fighting so hard to escape the Jewel, Violet must do everything in her power to return to save not only Hazel, but the future of the Lone City.
Setting: Various Locations in Lone City (Fictional)
Point
of View: 1st Person- Violet Lasting
Goodreads Rating: 4.11
My
Rating: 4.25
Part
of the Book that Caught My Attention:
Both
View
on the Cover: The cover looks really cool. It looks like the girl is surrounded by broken glass, and there's a person in each little shard of glass.
View
on the Title: In the second novel, you find out that the Black Key is a rebel society fighting for equality, but they have not physically fought yet.
Pros:
- The book seemed like it went so quickly that I didn't realize that I was near to the end. The action was very balanced and continued at a very quick and easy path.
- I really liked Violet's character in this book. She has more purpose and drive to get the Auction to stop and for everyone to be free. Her character becomes more mature
- The Paladin are better exlained and their powers are truly seen by the end of the series. It makes me want to be a Paladin.
- The Duchess of the Lake, the villanous, becomes a more redeemable character. Her actions to her entire situation make her seem more human.
Cons:
- The only real issue I had was Ash. I wish Ash's character had more development. I felt that he has always lacked in character after the firs book. He's the boy who is taken advantage of and is willing to do anything for Violet. I just feel like his character is very flat.
Critics'
Reviews:
“Excellent world building… skillful descriptions.” -Booklist
“Ewing writes a fast-paced story that takes readers into the inner workings of a society that is obsessed with power and perfection.” -School Library Journal
“The story’s setting is interesting. A decadent matriarchal society is thought provoking. This is a quick read. Good storytelling.” -VOYA
“Ewing bravely blends several genres. This solidly sets fans up for the next volume.” -Kirkus
“Ewing writes a fast-paced story that takes readers into the inner workings of a society that is obsessed with power and perfection.” -School Library Journal
“The story’s setting is interesting. A decadent matriarchal society is thought provoking. This is a quick read. Good storytelling.” -VOYA
“Ewing bravely blends several genres. This solidly sets fans up for the next volume.” -Kirkus
Amy
Ewing's Website:
Other
Recommendations:
The
Selection by Kiera Cass
Eve by Anna Carey
Wither by Lauren DeStefano
Delirium by Lauren Oliver
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