Review: A Worthy Book Two
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 09 2, 2010
Jason Letts is back with book two in his Powerless series: The Shadowing, and he has ratcheted up the tension, the action, and the excitement. Here in book two, I felt the characters really start to develop -- the changes in the characters are both fundamental and believable, pulling me still further into the rich compelling story.The Shadowing sees Mira, Will, Verne, Aoi and the rest of the characters step out of their small, relatively safe homes and enter the world. They begin the journey seeking out teachers with whom to apprentice, but they find so much more. The world is not an easy place, and each of them faces challenges and setbacks. Their journey brings them new adversaries, heartbreak, and betrayal, adding a slightly darker tone to mix. I found myself holding my breath in one scene and completely shocked in another -- so much for my being sure how it would end!The author kept the world expanding by again pulling back the lens, giving the readers a wider glimpse into more of the complexities of Mira's world -- providing enticing hints of what's to come.If you haven't already read book one, do so. This series is shaping up to be incredible.