Asunder - (Incarnate Trilogy) by Jodi Meadows (Paperback)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

From the New York Times bestselling coauthor of My Plain Jane comes the thrilling and romantic second novel in the Incarnate trilogy, a fantasy series about a girl who is the first new soul born into a society where everyone else has been reborn hundreds of times.

As a Newsoul, Ana has always felt alone. Some residents of Heart are afraid of Ana's presence, a constant reminder of unstoppable change and the unknown. When the people turn violent, Ana must learn to stand up not only for herself, but also for those who cannot stand up for themselves.

Romantic and action-filled, the rich world of Asunder is perfect for fans of epic fantasy, like Graceling by Kristin Cashore and The Girl of Fire and Thorns by Rae Carson, while Ana's courage to expose the cracks in society and fight for what is right is ideal for fans of dystopian novels.

But as the city of Heart turns against her, can one girl's courage change a society that's been the same for five thousand years?

• Forbidden Love: Ana is a Newsoul, an anomaly feared by everyone in Heart. Sam has lived a hundred lifetimes. Their connection is undeniable--and dangerous.
• Secrets and Lies: The cycle of rebirth that defines her world is built on a terrible secret. As Ana gets closer to the truth, she becomes a target.
• The Chosen One: As the only new soul in millennia, Ana's very existence threatens the foundations of her society. But her uniqueness might also be its only hope.
• Action and Adventure: From facing down angry mobs in Heart to confronting mysterious magical creatures like the sylph, Ana's journey is packed with heart-pounding danger.

From the Back Cover

Asunder. Apart. Alone.

Ana has always been the only newsoul, but after Templedark some hold her responsible for the darksouls lost--and the newsouls who may be born in their place. Then when sylph begin behaving differently toward her, the people turn violent and Ana must learn to stand up not only for herself but for those who cannot stand up for themselves.

Love.

All Ana wants is to live and love as an equal among the citizens of Heart, but even when Sam professes his deepest feelings, it seems impossible to overcome a lifetime of rejection. When she discovers the hard truth about reincarnation and the hostility in Heart begins to escalate, can Ana find a way to embrace love and make her life meaningful?

Review Quotes

"INCARNATE has an eerie and intriguing premise and I am looking forward to seeing where Jodi Meadows takes it next." - Robin McKinley, bestselling and Newbery Award winning author of The Hero and the Crown, Spindle's End, Dragonhaven, and Pegasus

"One word: Breathtaking. More words: Heart-melting. Soul-feeding. Mind-blowing. INCARNATE captured all of me and won't let go." - Jeri Smith-Ready, award-winning author of the Shade trilogy

"Lyrical and thought-provoking, INCARNATE is the kind of book that stays with you long after you've turned the last page. I loved it!" - Rachel Hawkins, New York Times Bestselling author of Hex Hall and Demonglass

"An absorbing fantasy." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

PRAISE FOR INCARNATE: "The romance is captivating, as are the questions raised by the reincarnations. [...]This would be a thought-provoking choice for anyone who is looking to move beyond vampires, werewolves, and angels." - School Library Journal

Once again, the innovation in the world-building is impressive; Meadows has sustained the mythology of Heart and delves deeper into the questions of human existence, foundations of worship, and the dangers of groupthink. It sounds like more than one would expect from a dystopian/othernormal romance, but it's a perfect match to its predecessor. - School Library Journal