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Split City #2
The Stolen Sky
Arden and Dade are running for their lives from a city on fire; they’re wounded, desperate, and shadowed by two families who want them dead. But it’s Dade’s debt to a devious crime lord that plunges them further into danger—especially with their mining planet in chaos…
The ruling Solizen have grown more calculating, while the Undercity population remains trapped in the darkness below. With the supply of life-saving VitD wiped out, the rebellion is ready to erupt at any moment.
Now, Arden and Dade reluctantly join a new team on a hazardous operation to infiltrate the Solizen’s most protected facility. Caught up in the uncertainty of shifting allegiances and suspicious allies, their relationship will be put to the test. But to carry out their dangerous mission, the teens must rely on their love more than ever—will it be enough to keep them alive?
The ruling Solizen have grown more calculating, while the Undercity population remains trapped in the darkness below. With the supply of life-saving VitD wiped out, the rebellion is ready to erupt at any moment.
Now, Arden and Dade reluctantly join a new team on a hazardous operation to infiltrate the Solizen’s most protected facility. Caught up in the uncertainty of shifting allegiances and suspicious allies, their relationship will be put to the test. But to carry out their dangerous mission, the teens must rely on their love more than ever—will it be enough to keep them alive?
300 pages, Paperback
First published December 5, 2017
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About the author
Heather Hansen
3 books98 followersHeather Hansen was born in California, the oldest of five children. She always knew she wanted to be a writer, and she wrote her first book, a murder mystery in the style of Agatha Christie, in seventh grade. Unfortunately, she never could figure out who the murderer was, so the book went on for hundreds of pages, introducing new characters only to kill them off in the most gruesome ways her twelve-year-old imagination could invent. Her teacher was equally impressed and horrified.
Heather has a degree in English from California State University Fullerton and has traveled the world with her husband, a retired Marine. Her favorite place they’ve lived is Okinawa, Japan, where she had her choice of ramen, Japanese curry, and sushi every day. She now lives in Las Vegas, where she spends her time working a corporate job, writing and eating Nutella with a spoon.
Heather has a degree in English from California State University Fullerton and has traveled the world with her husband, a retired Marine. Her favorite place they’ve lived is Okinawa, Japan, where she had her choice of ramen, Japanese curry, and sushi every day. She now lives in Las Vegas, where she spends her time working a corporate job, writing and eating Nutella with a spoon.
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February 11, 2018
This book is full of twists and surprises. The end had me sitting on the edge of my seat, or couch I should say 😂 I love Arden’s character. Sometimes female protagonists can turn a little soft once they meet their love interest, but Arden doesn’t waver. She’s as strong and resilient as ever. I can’t wait for the 3rd installment!
December 11, 2017
Dade Croix (m, aka Ghost) had Arden Murray (f) in his arms. They were on the run.
The life-saving VitD supply no longer exist.
What did Saben (guard), & Dade discuss?
Sky Tower 1-2. Solizen (governmental benefactors) ruled over everyone.
Dade had met & befriended: Mina (weapons buyer), Coco (f), Annem (f), Roan, Nastasia (P/T), & Venz.
Tower 2. What did Dade confront Hernim Croix (Dade’s father, Croix Industries head) about?
What is going on with Father Benedict?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written Dystopian book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great Dystopian movie, an animated cartoon, or better yet a mini TV series. It was just OK for me so I will rate it at 4/5 stars.
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Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
The life-saving VitD supply no longer exist.
What did Saben (guard), & Dade discuss?
Sky Tower 1-2. Solizen (governmental benefactors) ruled over everyone.
Dade had met & befriended: Mina (weapons buyer), Coco (f), Annem (f), Roan, Nastasia (P/T), & Venz.
Tower 2. What did Dade confront Hernim Croix (Dade’s father, Croix Industries head) about?
What is going on with Father Benedict?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written Dystopian book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great Dystopian movie, an animated cartoon, or better yet a mini TV series. It was just OK for me so I will rate it at 4/5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; Goodreads; MakingConnections; Skyscape; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
January 6, 2018
Arden and Dade develop their relationship as a couple in this book. They hardly have time to work on their complex romance as he, an affluent Solizen (elite), and she, an Undercity rebel, are running for their lives throughout the story.
The Stolen Sky abounds with betrayal and perseverance in a dystopian society. The elite families manipulate the government (govies) and the rest of the population by controlling life-sustaining Vitamin D (VitD) and doling out addictive drugs to pacify broken spirits. Dade steals VitD and gives it to the impoverished as the Ghost; hence, the introduction to Arden, the self-sufficient, savvy sister of Niall, leader of Split City's number one antagonist faction, the Lasair.
This thrilling adventure catapults one on missions of rescue and sabotage. Many new characters of significance play roles in Dade and Arden's lives by rescue, healing, and plotting against competing bands of criminals, govies, and families. Through it all, the two protagonists have a virgin trust of each other that the plot continues to test. Trust for anyone else is suspect, at best. Unexpected revelations engross readers while pages turn toward the climax. When that time arrives, one is left wanting more.
Heather Hansen writes this sequel to The Breaking Light with captivating style, an imaginative plot, and most interesting characters. This reader is in the Split City from the very first page until the last.
The Stolen Sky abounds with betrayal and perseverance in a dystopian society. The elite families manipulate the government (govies) and the rest of the population by controlling life-sustaining Vitamin D (VitD) and doling out addictive drugs to pacify broken spirits. Dade steals VitD and gives it to the impoverished as the Ghost; hence, the introduction to Arden, the self-sufficient, savvy sister of Niall, leader of Split City's number one antagonist faction, the Lasair.
This thrilling adventure catapults one on missions of rescue and sabotage. Many new characters of significance play roles in Dade and Arden's lives by rescue, healing, and plotting against competing bands of criminals, govies, and families. Through it all, the two protagonists have a virgin trust of each other that the plot continues to test. Trust for anyone else is suspect, at best. Unexpected revelations engross readers while pages turn toward the climax. When that time arrives, one is left wanting more.
Heather Hansen writes this sequel to The Breaking Light with captivating style, an imaginative plot, and most interesting characters. This reader is in the Split City from the very first page until the last.
December 29, 2017
I received this book on NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
4/5 Stars - A solid sequel to The Breaking Light
Full of non stop action and beautiful world building, The Stolen Sky was a solid sequel to The Breaking Light. The characters were enjoyable to read about and the premise of the book - to steal the VitD needed to help those with Violet Death from the govies - kept me turning pages for hours. I enjoyed Arden's character - a take no prisoner attitude - and Dade's character - the steal from the rich to give to the poor type - immensely. The vivid description of the world, the fascinating technology and the division of societies made this book a wonderfully written dystopian.
4/5 Stars - A solid sequel to The Breaking Light
Full of non stop action and beautiful world building, The Stolen Sky was a solid sequel to The Breaking Light. The characters were enjoyable to read about and the premise of the book - to steal the VitD needed to help those with Violet Death from the govies - kept me turning pages for hours. I enjoyed Arden's character - a take no prisoner attitude - and Dade's character - the steal from the rich to give to the poor type - immensely. The vivid description of the world, the fascinating technology and the division of societies made this book a wonderfully written dystopian.
December 18, 2017
Terrific sequel to Breaking Light!
The author has certainly created a fascinating world! Deciding which part of that world Arden fits in is making a fun and compelling story. Vivid descriptions, interesting technology, a real division in social status, great characters with a major goal in mind -- add all those together and you have a terrific story!
Please note, I won this book in a Goodreads book giveaway. I had been watching for it to be released and intended to purchase it. Those facts do not change my review in any way. I enjoyed the first book very much and I wanted to know what Arden was going to get into next!
The author has certainly created a fascinating world! Deciding which part of that world Arden fits in is making a fun and compelling story. Vivid descriptions, interesting technology, a real division in social status, great characters with a major goal in mind -- add all those together and you have a terrific story!
Please note, I won this book in a Goodreads book giveaway. I had been watching for it to be released and intended to purchase it. Those facts do not change my review in any way. I enjoyed the first book very much and I wanted to know what Arden was going to get into next!
March 3, 2020
I won this a while back in a Goodreads giveaway. This is the first book I've read in the series and the first thing I've read by the author.
The good: I like the characters, the follow was mostly great, and the concept was really good. The bad: there was a lot of sexual tension between the 2 main characters which I found distracting to the main story. I get it, they think they're soul mates, get on with the story. It would have been helpful to read book 1 in the series and given the opportunity to do it I probably will but I'm way behind on my reading list at the moment. I will eventually read more by the author because of the creativity of the story and the flow and pacing o the story.
The good: I like the characters, the follow was mostly great, and the concept was really good. The bad: there was a lot of sexual tension between the 2 main characters which I found distracting to the main story. I get it, they think they're soul mates, get on with the story. It would have been helpful to read book 1 in the series and given the opportunity to do it I probably will but I'm way behind on my reading list at the moment. I will eventually read more by the author because of the creativity of the story and the flow and pacing o the story.
April 8, 2021
I wasn’t overly impressed with the first one in this series and I’m pretty much the same with this. The dystopian world due to the government and rich people having all the power and the poor people downtrodden and abused, the love affair complicated by their own stupidity, the world building, the convenient escapes, etc, are all well known tropes and weren’t anything I hadn’t read before. The ending has left it open for another book but doesn’t look like there will be one due to the time frame and I’m fine with that.
December 8, 2017
If you liked the Split City #1 - The Breaking Light, then you will probably like this book. I thought this book was not as enjoyable as the first, and really only read it to continue the story from the first one. This second book had too much going on where the main characters were just sort of floating along with lots of moments where they were blind-sided/surprised. The first book was much better at having a single cohesive story line.
February 5, 2018
This series keeps getting better and better. I can almost imagine being there, as the city is described in such detail. I think it really touched base with the true Arden, the hidden side of her through all her complicated relationships. She has remained strong and determined throughout this series. Other books usually turn a woman to putty when they get the guy. We're still seeing she's kick *ss and hopefully that doesn't change. I can't wait for the next one !
June 17, 2018
The Stolen Sky was a really great read. If you’ve read my review of 'The Breaking Light', you’ll know that I wasn’t all too keen on picking this one up. Mainly because the first one was a bit iffy for me. But I’m really glad that I picked this one up and kept reading.
This book toward the end gripped me. I didn’t want it to end. I wanted more. I can’t wait until the third installment of this series comes out to see where Dade and Arden’s journey leads them next.
This book toward the end gripped me. I didn’t want it to end. I wanted more. I can’t wait until the third installment of this series comes out to see where Dade and Arden’s journey leads them next.
February 24, 2018
Disappointed
Good story line but the 2nd book seemed to be lacking from the 1st. In the 2nd book I felt like there were gaps between chapters. Like missing information that would've been nice to know and would've made the writing more complete.
Then the book just ends. There are so many loose ends, more story to tell. I am very disappointed there isn't a book 3 or more.
Good story line but the 2nd book seemed to be lacking from the 1st. In the 2nd book I felt like there were gaps between chapters. Like missing information that would've been nice to know and would've made the writing more complete.
Then the book just ends. There are so many loose ends, more story to tell. I am very disappointed there isn't a book 3 or more.
March 31, 2018
Satisfying
I read the first book in this series and was caught up in the lives of Arden and Dade. This book takes off where the first left off. There is still a lot of action, romance, backstabbing, and shifts in power. Not sure how many books are planned at this point, but I'm a fan.
I read the first book in this series and was caught up in the lives of Arden and Dade. This book takes off where the first left off. There is still a lot of action, romance, backstabbing, and shifts in power. Not sure how many books are planned at this point, but I'm a fan.
May 11, 2018
I decided to give this a go after Heather Hansen put forward that it would be something completely different to the Romeo & Juliet re-write of the first novel. What I did enjoy about the first instalment was the setting and the peripheral characters so I decided to give it a go...
This time out, the romance was given less priority but there was still too much for my personal taste and Arden is beginning to grate on me a little with her persistent 'must go it alone' attitude. With Saben coming more to the fore along with the Mina being brought in as the new leadership focal point there was much to like for me, particularly with the extra twists revolving around Niall.
A significant improvement for me, enough for me to try part 3 when it arrives - a 'soft' 3.5 rounded down...
This time out, the romance was given less priority but there was still too much for my personal taste and Arden is beginning to grate on me a little with her persistent 'must go it alone' attitude. With Saben coming more to the fore along with the Mina being brought in as the new leadership focal point there was much to like for me, particularly with the extra twists revolving around Niall.
A significant improvement for me, enough for me to try part 3 when it arrives - a 'soft' 3.5 rounded down...
December 8, 2017
Book 2 in the series
A good follow on from the first book. Well written likeable characters and follow on storyline. Would recommend to anyone who liked the hunger games / Divergent.
A good follow on from the first book. Well written likeable characters and follow on storyline. Would recommend to anyone who liked the hunger games / Divergent.
March 31, 2018
Much better than the first, however not quite 4 stars yet. It took me much longer to read than it should have, because I could just not get into. I felt maxed out after 20 pages. And I skimmed the last 30 pages.
July 8, 2018
Lots of action that I enjoyed. Still struggling to believe in and care about the characters. Occasional awkward sentences that could use editing. Overall I’m still interested enough to want to read the next book in the series.
January 3, 2019
Really have enjoyed this dystopian series, strong female lead and an interesting male counterpart. Lots of twits and engaging plot. I’m just wishing the next book was out so I could continue the series!
February 3, 2019
Continuing story of a world with no sun
I enjoyed reading this book. Our MCs go against their families to protect others around them and so they can be together. Dystopian tale set in a world where 'VitD' is of high value and used to manufacture a street drug.
I enjoyed reading this book. Our MCs go against their families to protect others around them and so they can be together. Dystopian tale set in a world where 'VitD' is of high value and used to manufacture a street drug.
May 15, 2019
Another step
The first book in the series was a variation on Romeo and Juliet, in this book and coffee beyond and builds her own story as she continues to develop her characters and expound on her story. No longer a variation but a wholly new adventure.
The first book in the series was a variation on Romeo and Juliet, in this book and coffee beyond and builds her own story as she continues to develop her characters and expound on her story. No longer a variation but a wholly new adventure.
August 1, 2023
an okay ending.
Loved the first book it was so new and different. This one felt rushed and didn’t make sense all the time. It was okay though. Don’t live the cliff hanger is there another one? Don’t know if I would read it. I was ready for it to be over. I loved the characters.
Loved the first book it was so new and different. This one felt rushed and didn’t make sense all the time. It was okay though. Don’t live the cliff hanger is there another one? Don’t know if I would read it. I was ready for it to be over. I loved the characters.
December 12, 2017
Split stolen sky
As Arden and Dade continue in this tale favors will be called loyalties will be questioned and friends will be lost and maybe found great reading
As Arden and Dade continue in this tale favors will be called loyalties will be questioned and friends will be lost and maybe found great reading
December 14, 2017
This is a really fun ride. Action is almost non-stop. Overall, the book is a step up from The Breaking Light, the first in the series. Definitely worth checking out.
March 5, 2018
Can’t wait for the next book to come out!!!
April 3, 2018
Good followup, but slow
Slow at the start but it does pickup, ready for book three...
Overall a good follow up to the first book.
Slow at the start but it does pickup, ready for book three...
Overall a good follow up to the first book.
June 12, 2018
Surprising
I was sucked in by book one and didn't want book two to end. Waiting for the next book will be tough.
I was sucked in by book one and didn't want book two to end. Waiting for the next book will be tough.
June 17, 2018
Good Read
Great sequel to the first book. It will be hard to wait around for the story book n this sags.
Great sequel to the first book. It will be hard to wait around for the story book n this sags.
June 26, 2018
Great storyline
Great read with well thought out storyline and awesome Siri tech to back it up! Love the plots within plots
Great read with well thought out storyline and awesome Siri tech to back it up! Love the plots within plots
December 28, 2018
Decent Read
A fun little book. Seems a little jumpy through the middle. But overall, it's a fun storyline. Will more than likely read the next one, if she continues the series.
A fun little book. Seems a little jumpy through the middle. But overall, it's a fun storyline. Will more than likely read the next one, if she continues the series.
January 27, 2019
Fast read
Fast read. Kept my interest but the ending just stopped and I would have liked a little more at the end to show the direction of the closure.
Fast read. Kept my interest but the ending just stopped and I would have liked a little more at the end to show the direction of the closure.
June 20, 2023
Good sequel, but I'm rooting for supporting characters
It was a good followup, but Arden's character is starting to grate on me. It seems like she isn't growing or progressing but rather doubling up on her unreasonable aggression and lack of cooperation. That she seems to be rewarded for her bad behavior, is making me care about her less. I find myself staring to want to see her lose significantly in order for her to learn humility. She is to arrogant by half.
Mina, on the other hand...
It was a good followup, but Arden's character is starting to grate on me. It seems like she isn't growing or progressing but rather doubling up on her unreasonable aggression and lack of cooperation. That she seems to be rewarded for her bad behavior, is making me care about her less. I find myself staring to want to see her lose significantly in order for her to learn humility. She is to arrogant by half.
Mina, on the other hand...
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