Thanks to Edelweiss and G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Release Date: Available Now
512 Pages
Synopsis: Noah Livingston knows he is destined to survive.
The 64 members of Fire Lake’s sophomore class are trapped in a place where morals have no meaning, and zero rules apply. But Noah’s deaths have trained him—-hardened him—-to lead the strongest into the future…whatever that may be. And at any cost.
Min Wilder knows that survival alone isn’t enough.
Trapped in a violent world where brute force passes for leadership, it’s tempting to lay back and let everyone else fight it out. But Min’s instincts rebel against allowing others to decide who lives and who dies. She’s ready to fight for what she believes in. And against whomever might stand in her way.
I don’t always find a sequel that’s even better than the first book in a series, but that’s what happened here. Genesis picks up exactly where Nemesis left off, and even though I read the previous book over a year ago, I had no problem jumping right back in. Adapting to this new cruel and brutal world they’ve been thrust into, it was mesmerizing watching how the various characters continued to evolve and cope, especially Min and Noah. The world-building and story is intense and I was on the edge of my seat from the first chapter. The book is over 500 pages, but I finished it in two days because I just couldn’t put it down. The ending was exciting, although almost a little too neat, but it perfectly wraps things up for the next book, which I’m eagerly anticipating.
Books Teacup and Reviews said:
This sounds great! Nice review! 🙂
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Yesha! Brendan Reichs has certainly inherited hismother’ talent for writing.😊
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beetleypete said:
That’s a great cover. It would make me pick up the book!
But be careful with that intensive reading, Kim. You know what happens when you do too much. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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fragglerocking said:
Good to have a can’t put downable!
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thebookwormdrinketh said:
I might have to check this one out just because he’s the husband of Kathy Reichs! Lol!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
He’s actually her son. They wrote a great YA series together called Virals which starred the niece of Temperance Brennan.😊
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thebookwormdrinketh said:
Lol! And I even knew that… It’s very early here. That will be my excuse 😉 I actually own all of the virals books!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I hear you. I haven’t had my coffee yet so my brain’s a bit fuzzy as well. I read the first three Virals books, but fell behind. I need to catch up.😊
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thebookwormdrinketh said:
I really enjoyed them! 💖👍
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James J. Cudney IV said:
I love when something is that lengthy and you still can’t put the book down!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
He’s really turning out to be quite the writer. His mother (Kathy Reichs) must be so proud.😊
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Teagan R. Geneviene said:
An exciting review, Kim. It sounds like a great series. Hugs.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Teagan. It definitely is!🤗
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Kaila said:
Ooh, I hadn’t heard of this series before, but the blurb is eye-catching. So happy to hear you enjoyed! Great review 🙂
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Kaila! Can’t recommend these enough.😊
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Heather Tasker said:
Must’ve been good to get through it that quickly! Nice find!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
So, so good!
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pagesandmiles said:
Wonderful review!! I need to check out this series! 🙂
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thank you. You definitely should!😊
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deesradreadsandreviews said:
This sounds really good! Great review!
I hope you’re getting some rest. I wish I could send you a box of spoons 🥄 🥄 🥄 🥄 🥄
Take care ❤️
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Thanks Deanna! He’s a great writer. And thank you for even thinking of sending me more spoons! I could definitely use them. I’m in bed right now watching tv and reading.🤗
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Raven @ Dreamy Addictions said:
I’m so glad you loved it too! It was a fantastic sequel and I also gave it a 4.5 Stars. Is there going to be a third book because I haven’t heard anything about it?
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I have to find your review Raven. I’m sorry I haven’t been visiting as much. I’m pretty sure there’s going to be a third book.🤞🏻
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Raven @ Dreamy Addictions said:
I’m glad there’s going to be a third book. I just posted my review for Genesis.
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Beware Of The Reader said:
WOW! I’m happy the sequel was even better!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Isn’t it awesome when that happens Sophie?😁
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Carrie said:
Sounds like a great series, I’ll have to check for it at the library. I’m beginning to wonder if they have a limit to how many I can put on my list here though as it’s getting beyond crazy. LOL
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Haha! You’d love these though Carrie!😁
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Jay said:
Okay, got it, maybe I need to look into these!!
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Yeah you do!😁
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lostartofreadingblog said:
Great review!! I’m pretty sure this is the son of the author Kathy Reichs, I know she cowrote a book with her son, I think this is the same guy. Now I’m wondering if his writing is similar to hers at all. I have read quite a few of her books and they are a lot of fun.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Brendan is her son and they wrote the YA Virals series which stars Temperence Brennan’s niece.☺️
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lostartofreadingblog said:
Ah so that is him!! I feel proud right now haha Have you read any of her books?
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Although I was a huge fan of the tv series Bones, I’m ashamed to admit I haven’t gotten to the books yet.🤦🏻♀️
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lostartofreadingblog said:
The first one is the best I have read so far I think I have read the first 5 or so.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I have them on my tbr. I just need to find the time.
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lostartofreadingblog said:
Isn’t that the real challenge
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Sigh.🤷🏻♀️
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Diana said:
Always nice to find a series that keep getting better with each new installment. This sounds like a winner, Kim. Like you, I like the show, Bones but I have the Viral series on my bookshelf still. I hope to read the books soon.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I’d love to know what you think of the Virals series Diana.😊
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thebookdutchesses said:
Nemesis has been on my shelf since its release. I can’t wait to read it though.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.
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