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Taemon has always known he’s a bit different. But in the walled city of Deliverance, where everyone possesses a form of telekinesis known as psi, being different is dangerous. Being different can get you labeled a freakling. Or worse, see you banished to the Powerless Colony, where even the simplest tasks, like getting dressed or turning on the lights, must be done by hand. Taemon has learned to blend in, to pretend he’s just like everyone else in Deliverance. To pretend that he can’t send his mind wandering into objects and see exactly how they work. But Taemon’s brother, Yens, suspects the truth, and he’ll stop at nothing—even murder—to expose Taemon’s secret.
In this thrilling dystopian novel from newcomer Lana Krumwiede, Taemon must choose between accepting his life among the freaklings or fighting for the destiny he’s never wanted?—and all that comes with it.
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"I enjoyed this debut novel from Krumwiede, about twelve-year-old Taemon's experience living in a dystopian city where everyone has some form of psi, a psychic ability that allows them to manipulate things with their minds, rather than their hands. Those who don't possess psi are cast out of the City and called "freaklings." Taemon himself possesses some unusual psi abilities that he's usually quiet about; however, when an accident robs him of his ability to use psi, he's deported to the colony to live with the other freaklings. Surprisingly, he enjoys life outside of the City, but when he hears reports of mysterious disappearances and finds other evidence that life inside the City is not what he once believed, Taemon decides to take action. A quick, fast-paced, well-written read."
— Rosalyn (4 out of 5 stars)
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" The reader is immediately drawn into a culture unlike that of our own where psi power is the means for doing anything at all. We are introduced to a young protagonist with an appealing personality who suddenly finds himself thrust into the middle of complex and vicious power struggles in his society who must make crucial decisions for the direction the society will take. The story covers a lot of ground in just 300 pages without seeming rushed or skimpy. That is, the people and places are well-drawn. "
— Andrew, 1/21/2014 -
" I really liked this. It really was an interesting topic, but I can't see them making another one. "
— Harris, 1/17/2014 -
" This book was oddly compelling and captivating. Taemon, Moke, and Amma were endearing characters that you truly wanted to succeed. You can tell that a lot of thought went into both the storyline and the character development. Great read! "
— Alison, 12/31/2013 -
" The second part of the book was rushed, but I loved the story. "
— Ljiljana, 12/13/2013 -
" A speedy novel that one could open and close with little effort. It is fun. Enchanting. And great. It is, however. Forgettable. "
— Joshua, 12/4/2013 -
" This was a quick read for middle school students with interesting premises. The loss of magical power rather than the discovery of hidden powers makes a refreshing change. Concepts of the misuse of power, greed and egotism would make this an interesting classroom read. "
— Karen, 11/29/2013 -
" A neat mix of supernatural and dystopian here. I hope there's a sequel. "
— AnnMarie, 11/23/2013 -
" Pretty good, I enjoyed it a lot! "
— Janice, 10/28/2013 -
" Pretty good. I've read better though "
— Darkened, 8/11/2013 -
" Good fast moving will read #2 when it is released. Good book club book "
— Lisa, 5/16/2013 -
" Very well done. What I liked best is that I couldn't put my finger on it genre-wise. It is a sci-fi dystopia but also had elements of the fantastical and some steampunky things going on. Great characterization and world-building. Loved it. "
— Colleen, 5/11/2013 -
" Interesting idea, but odd delivery. "
— Melissa, 4/11/2013 -
" Good intro sci-fi dystopia book. Loved the fact that it wrapped up nicely without a cliffhanger, but a second book could be just as interesting in a completely different way. "
— Laura, 4/7/2013 -
" A nice dystopian for younger readers, the plot was compelling enough for a ten or eleven-year-old, and the world one young readers will enjoy thinking about when the story is over. Although it was at times predictable and the characters a little flat, it was an enjoyable read overall. "
— Nerd, 3/9/2013 -
" Was a great book until the last 5 pages. "
— Rose, 3/6/2013 -
" Pure genius! The author came up with a great plot, and a great presentation. "
— Dean, 1/25/2013 -
" Rating your own book is like voting for yourself. You feel silly if you do it, but stupid if you don't. "
— Lana, 12/30/2012 -
" 3 1/2 stars. While not a terribly original plot line, it is well done. Likable characters, if sometimes frustrating, and some nice twists and turns...and some predictable ones. I guess I would hand someone The Giver before this book--similar idea but better done. "
— Katrina, 11/17/2012
About Lana Krumwiede
Lana Krumwiede is the author of Freakling. Her work has appeared in Highlights, High Five, Spider, Babybug, The Friend, and Chicken Soup for the Child’s Soul. She lives in Richmond, Virginia.