  | True son (Psi chronicles) Author: Krumwiede, Lana | |
| Price: $6.50 | ||
Summary:
Four months ago, Taemon was able to stave off an invasion by the Republikite army by using tricks to convince his enemies that the people of Deliverance still had the telekinetic ability known as psi. Now, though, the truth of his deception has come to light, and the Republik is prepared to mount another attack. The explosive conclusion to the dystopian Psi Chronicles trilogy.
| Accelerated Reader Information: Interest Level: MG Reading Level: 5.20 Points: 8.0 Quiz: 173615 |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (-) (02/15/15)
School Library Journal (04/01/15)
Booklist (04/01/15)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 04/01/2015 Gr 6–9—The final installment of the "PSI Chronicles" continues where Archon (Candlewick, 2013) left off. Feeling betrayed by Taemon, Gevri has returned to his father's army and now leads the Special Archon Strike Force. Ironically, the skills Gevri's team relies on were first taught to them by Taemon. The story is told from Taemon's and Gevri's points of view, who share their perspectives through alternating chapters. While Gevri is driven by a desire for revenge, Taemon is motivated solely by his need to protect Deliverance. Readers will find it difficult to determine who the hero is and whose good intentions are wrongly applied. Will the Nau, the Republik, and Deliverance finally find peace? Or will they continue to tear themselves apart in a desperate quest for power? Good dystopian lit for middle schoolers is hard to come by and the "PSI Chronicles" continue to be quick paced and thought-provoking. VERDICT For librarians who haven't already purchased this series, now's the time. A great addition to most middle school collections.—Jennifer Furuyama, Pendleton Public Library, OR - Copyright 2015 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
Booklist - 04/01/2015 Inevitable war looms large in the final installment of the Psi Chronicles. Deliverance is finally starting to rebuild itself into a functioning society no longer dependent on psi (telekinesis). However, the territory’s wish to stay neutral in a centuries-long war between the Nau and Republik nations forces Taemon to make a final, risky stand for peace. He has acted unilaterally before, with nothing more than faith in the Heart of the Earth to justify his actions. His choices now could save or doom them all. Familiarity with Freakling (2012) and Archon (2013) is a must to fully appreciate this messianic finale. - Copyright 2015 Booklist.
