Rich in suspense and brimming with adventure, the New York Times-bestselling Underland Chronicles unfold the fate of the Underland and the great warrior, Gregor. Suzanne Collins is also the author of the bestselling Hunger Games trilogy. In the months since Gregor first encountered the strange Underland beneath New York City, he’s sworn he won’t ever go back. But when another prophecy, this time about an ominous white rat known as the Bane, calls for Gregor’s help, the Underlanders know the only way they can get his attention is through his little sister, Boots. Now Gregor’s quest reunites him with his bat, Ares, the rebellious princess Luxa, and new allies and sends them through the dangerous and deadly Waterway in search of the Bane. Then Gregor must face the possibility of his greatest loss yet, and make life and death choices that will determine the future of the Underland. Suzanne Collins has created characters and a world that are capturing countless imaginations. This second installment of the Underland Chronicles is sure to win her even more enthusiastic fans.
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"Great second entry into the series - Gregor develops as the caregiver for the entire family, shows his heart and becomes the hero. Super quick reads, these books are fun, fast paced and good family fodder for those of us pre-reading for the kids."
— Kelly (4 out of 5 stars)
" I'm reading this series because it's by the author of Hunger Games, and it is engaging and gripping reading. The protagonist's only supposed to be eleven years old, but except for a bit of immature emoting and anger here and there, he could be older. The book's an engaging read for anyone who likes undemanding fantasy, and although it's aimed at upper elementary, it's good enough for adolescents and adults, too. Of course, giant sentient rats, giant but not very bright cockroaches and giant talking bats that bond to their more or less human riders all play their parts in these novels. These good and bad guys are aimed at younger folk, but I enjoy the characterization and conflict, as well. "
— Sandra, 2/19/2014" I love this series. Great, great characters, interesting plot twists. I listened to the first two books so far on CD and they're fantastically done! "
— AnnaMarie, 2/17/2014" I really like this serie, but imagination was all in first book. This one is more like, "Ok, i imaginated them and now im using them in a second book" "
— Onur, 2/16/2014" Maybe not quite so good as the first, but still worth reading. It had some interesting plot twists. The end drove me crazy! Make sure you have the 3rd on nearby before you finish it. "
— Tori, 2/15/2014" Great actions and characters. "
— Tanya, 2/12/2014" I liked the first one so much I dashed to the library to pick up #2. Another great adventure in Underland. "
— Raelynn, 2/3/2014" If half stars were available I would actually rate this a 3.5. I find the Underland Chronicles interesting and enjoy Gregor's adventures. This book was good, even though I had a few issues with the characters. I felt 50 percent of the book dwelled on characters emotions and their reaction at the end of the first book. If you look pass the repetitive explainations and emotions, the book was entertaining. Clearly the issues I have with this one was not crucial because I plan on starting the third soon. "
— August, 2/2/2014" I think this is a great fantasy read. Love it! They need to make them into movies. "
— Mary, 1/21/2014" The part I am at is when they lose Photos Glow-Glow and Zap,they fight a lot and whine just for food. I liked this book because the bane is a baby! gregor thinks boots is dead. He found out she was not dead. he made it to christmas. :) :3 "
— John, 1/20/2014" We enjoyed reading this second book as much as the first. A few more "scary" parts than the first, but fun, creative humor along the way. "
— Diana, 1/18/2014Suzanne Collins is the internationally bestselling author of the Hunger Games series, which also includes the novels The Hunger Games, Catching Fire, Mockingjay, and The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Together, the books have sold over 100 million copies and were the basis for five popular films. Her other books include the acclaimed Underland Chronicles series and the picture book Year of the Jungle. Her books have been published in fifty-three languages around the world.
Paul Boehmer is an American actor best known for his numerous appearances in the Star Trek universe, in addition to Frasier, Judging Amy, Guiding Light, and All My Children. He is a 1992 Masters of Fine Arts graduate of the Professional Theater Training Program at the University of Delaware. As a narrator, Paul has won several AudioFile Earphones Awards as well as an Audie Award.
Paul Boehmer is an American actor best known for his numerous appearances in the Star Trek universe, in addition to Frasier, Judging Amy, Guiding Light, and All My Children. He is a 1992 Masters of Fine Arts graduate of the Professional Theater Training Program at the University of Delaware. As a narrator, Paul has won several AudioFile Earphones Awards as well as an Audie Award.