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The Awakening

Book 2 of the Darkest Powers Series
By Kelley Armstrong
Series: Darkest Powers
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The Awakening by Kelley Armstrong follows Chloe Saunders, a teenager who discovers her necromancer abilities. As she learns more about her powers, Chloe must navigate a world filled with supernatural elements while dodging those who wish to use her for their own ends. Filled with intrigue and danger, the story captures her quest for survival and understanding in a reality that's far from ordinary.
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You might enjoy this thrilling read if you're captivated by young adult urban fantasy with a supernatural twist. It features intense action, mysterious powers, and the protagonist's struggle to survive in a world filled with danger and hidden enemies. Perfect for those who love a blend of suspense, magic, and deep character development.

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The second book in the stunning Darkest Powers trilogy, The Awakening is a powerful and gripping story from bestselling author Kelley Armstrong.

The second book in the stunning Darkest Powers trilogy, The Awakening is a powerful and gripping story from bestselling author Kelley Armstrong.

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Chloe Saunders used to be a normal teenage girl – or so she thought. Then she learned the shocking truth – she is a walking science experiment. Genetically altered at birth by a sinister group of scientists known as the Edison Group, Chloe is an aberration – a powerful necromancer who can see ghosts and even raise the dead, often with terrifying consequences.

Even worse, her growing powers have made her a threat to the surviving members of the Edison Group, who have decided it's time to end their experiment – permanently.

Now Chloe is running for her life with three other supernatural teenagers – a charming sorcerer, a troubled werewolf, and a temperamental young witch. Together they have a chance for freedom – but can Chloe trust her new friends?

The Awakening by Kelley Armstrong is a thrilling journey into the world of the supernatural, where Chloe must navigate danger at every turn.

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  • The Awakening
    Chloe Saunders used to be a normal teenage girl – or so she thought. Then she learned the shocking truth – she is a walking science experiment. Genetically altered at birth by a sinister group of scientists known as the Edison Group, Chloe is an aberration – a powerful necromancer who can see ghosts and even raise the dead, often...
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  • The Reckoning
    The nail-biting climax to Kelley Armstrong's bestselling Darkest Powers trilogy. Chloe Saunders is fifteen and would love to be normal. Unfortunately, Chloe happens to be a genetically engineered necromancer who can raise the dead without even trying. She and her equally gifted (or should that be 'cursed') friends are now running for their lives from the evil corporation that created...
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  • The Summoning
    All Chloe Saunders wants is a life like any normal teenager – the chance to get through school, make friends, and maybe meet a boy. But when she starts seeing ghosts, she knows that life will never be normal again. Soon ghosts are everywhere, demanding her attention. When Chloe finally breaks down, she's admitted to a group home for disturbed...
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Kirkus praised The Awakening for its fast-paced nature, ensuring readers remain engaged and eager. Booklist highlighted Armstrong's playful take on supernatural teen thriller tropes and noted the tight pacing that appeals to the genre's enthusiasts.

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ISBN: 9781907410079

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: ATOM

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 290g

Pages: 368

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About the Author

Kelley Armstrong is married with two children. She lives in Ontario.

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