Thunderhead by Neal Shusterman
Thunderhead is the second book in the Scythe series. It
follows the same characters from the previous book, Rowan, and Citra. Rowan has
gone rogue, and now hunts down corrupt scythes, and ends them for good.
Meanwhile, Citra is a influential new member among the scythe community. She
openly opposes the new order, and is considered to be a supporter of the old
guard ideals. The newest character that we see is a young adult named Greyson
Tolliver. Greyson is a ward of the state, who was abandoned by his parents and
taken in by the Thunderhead. His hope of becoming a Nimbus agent is cut short
when he is told to interfere in the world of the scythes.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone. It is a
good, fun read, and gives a new element to what you would think the world of
scythes is like after reading Scythe. Like the previous book, Thunderhead is
set in a Utopian future, where there is no pain or disease. To anyone who likes
fiction, futuristic novels, or whoever just wants a nice, engaging read, I do
indeed recommend this book. Neal Shusterman is an author who just knows how to
craft a good story in a new reality, and how to grab a reader's attention. I am
really anticipating the release of his next Scythe novel, and after reading the
Thunderhead, you will be too.
Reviewed by Julio B., Grade 10
Casa Verdugo Library
Comments
I enjoyed this book very much, and liked it as much as the first book in the series. This book made me think of the ideal times to bend or break rules, and if it's always the right thing to stick to the law no matter what. This book also made me think about how to intervene safely in situations you aren't supposed to be in. Anyone looking for a fun read should read this book, as well as anyone who had a good time with the first book. This book showed me a lot on what the corrupt do to avoid confrontation, and how their ideas spread to others.
I enjoyed this book very much, and liked it as much as the first book in the series. This book made me think of the ideal times to bend or break rules, and if it's always the right thing to stick to the law no matter what. This book also made me think about how to intervene safely in situations you aren't supposed to be in. Anyone looking for a fun read should read this book, as well as anyone who had a good time with the first book. This book showed me a lot on what the corrupt do to avoid confrontation, and how their ideas spread to others.
Reviewed by Brian Y., Grade 10
Montrose Library
I personally liked the exciting surprises that were found out throughout the book. I liked the first book better, but this one was good. I didn’t expect the ending, for it seemed like the story was to be resolved. That was not the case though, and it ends in multiple cliffhangers. I like how realistic Anastasia’s problems were, and how she had trouble with fitting into her new role. I would recommend this book to anyone who loved the first book, but please do not start with this one.
Reviewed by Elyse, Grade 7
Glendale Central Library