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Seventeen #2
Rage
"Revenge. It was all he could think about.
His body ached for it, burned for it like a relentless fire waiting to be quenched. It was all he wanted."
With the KV17 virus now in its mutated form and the older children infected, Jasper's Bay faces an uncertain future as they attempt to find a cure.
When old enemies return, causing tension and turmoil throughout the town, Lexi must face her fears and suppress the rage building inside her. Will the virus take hold or can she maintain control? How can you defeat an enemy when it is part of who you are?
The exciting and compelling YA series set in the harsh Australian outback.
His body ached for it, burned for it like a relentless fire waiting to be quenched. It was all he wanted."
With the KV17 virus now in its mutated form and the older children infected, Jasper's Bay faces an uncertain future as they attempt to find a cure.
When old enemies return, causing tension and turmoil throughout the town, Lexi must face her fears and suppress the rage building inside her. Will the virus take hold or can she maintain control? How can you defeat an enemy when it is part of who you are?
The exciting and compelling YA series set in the harsh Australian outback.
- GenresPost Apocalyptic
290 pages, Paperback
Published September 2, 2019
7 people want to read
About the author
Suzanne Lowe
8 books11 followersSuzanne was born in Perth Western Australia and as a young adult grew up in the small country town of Tom Price situated in the outback of Western Australia.
Suzanne has a Bachelor of Science Degree, and her interests include hiking, snorkeling, and photography. She also enjoys going to science fiction conventions!
Suzanne has an adventurous spirit and has had the opportunity to experience many exciting adventures including swimming with Whale Sharks on Ningaloo reef, climbing to Mt Everest base camp in Nepal, descending into one of the pyramids at Giza in Egypt, flying in a hot air balloon over the Valley of the Kings, parachuting from a plane at 12000 feet in York, Western Australia, sitting on the edge of an active volcano on Tanna island in Vanuatu, and photographing Emperor penguins in Antarctica!
In 2019 Suzanne has won the award for best Sci fi/Horror in an e-book in the New Apple literary awards for her YA novel Seventeen and received a bronze medal from Readers' Favorite International Writers' Literary competition for her children's novel The Pirate Princess and the Golden Locket.
In 2020, she was awarded a Book Excellence Award in Pre-Teen Literature for The Pirate Princess and the Golden Locket and nominated for best children's book in both the Top Shelf Awards and International Independent Book Awards.
In 2024 Suzanne produced the Australian feature film The Canary.
Suzanne is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, the Travel Writers Association, the Australian Society of Authors, and the Australian Science Fiction Society.
Her published works include;
Fiction
Seventeen, book one in the Seventeen Series. A YA dystopian adventure story set in Australia.
Rage, book two in the Seventeen Series.
Divided, book three in the Seventeen Series.
The Pirate Princess and the Golden Locket, a pirate adventure story for middle-grade children.
The Pirate Princess and the Sirens', Song book two in the Pirate Princess adventures.
Non fiction
Travel to Tokyo, a guide to traveling in Japan.
Travel to Tokyo with kids! A parents guide for holidaying in Japan
Suzanne's author website is www.Suzanneloweauthor.com
Twitter is www.twitter.com/@Suzanne_Lowe_
Instagram is www.instagram.com/suzannelowe.author/
Facebook is www.facebook.com/suzanneloweauthor/
Suzanne has a Bachelor of Science Degree, and her interests include hiking, snorkeling, and photography. She also enjoys going to science fiction conventions!
Suzanne has an adventurous spirit and has had the opportunity to experience many exciting adventures including swimming with Whale Sharks on Ningaloo reef, climbing to Mt Everest base camp in Nepal, descending into one of the pyramids at Giza in Egypt, flying in a hot air balloon over the Valley of the Kings, parachuting from a plane at 12000 feet in York, Western Australia, sitting on the edge of an active volcano on Tanna island in Vanuatu, and photographing Emperor penguins in Antarctica!
In 2019 Suzanne has won the award for best Sci fi/Horror in an e-book in the New Apple literary awards for her YA novel Seventeen and received a bronze medal from Readers' Favorite International Writers' Literary competition for her children's novel The Pirate Princess and the Golden Locket.
In 2020, she was awarded a Book Excellence Award in Pre-Teen Literature for The Pirate Princess and the Golden Locket and nominated for best children's book in both the Top Shelf Awards and International Independent Book Awards.
In 2024 Suzanne produced the Australian feature film The Canary.
Suzanne is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators, the Travel Writers Association, the Australian Society of Authors, and the Australian Science Fiction Society.
Her published works include;
Fiction
Seventeen, book one in the Seventeen Series. A YA dystopian adventure story set in Australia.
Rage, book two in the Seventeen Series.
Divided, book three in the Seventeen Series.
The Pirate Princess and the Golden Locket, a pirate adventure story for middle-grade children.
The Pirate Princess and the Sirens', Song book two in the Pirate Princess adventures.
Non fiction
Travel to Tokyo, a guide to traveling in Japan.
Travel to Tokyo with kids! A parents guide for holidaying in Japan
Suzanne's author website is www.Suzanneloweauthor.com
Twitter is www.twitter.com/@Suzanne_Lowe_
Instagram is www.instagram.com/suzannelowe.author/
Facebook is www.facebook.com/suzanneloweauthor/
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August 22, 2019
Reviewed For Readers' Favorite by Grant Leishman
Rage: Australian YA Post-Apocalyptic Drama (Seventeen Series Book 2) by Suzanne Lowe takes us into a dystopian environment, in part, in homage to Lord of the Flies, in Western Australia where the world is now populated by children. The mysterious KV17 virus, eighteen months ago had wiped out the entire adult population (everyone over the age of 17). Left to fend for themselves the young teenagers and children attempted to keep life operating and survive in the harsh environment that was the Western Australian outback. Lexi and Hadley, two sisters who had lived in Perth, had escaped the crime ravaged and vermin infested city to travel to Jasper’s Bay, a small rural town where they hoped they could link up with other survivors and somehow rebuild their lives. In the first book of this series there had been a violent confrontation between a bully-gang and the ordinary children that had resulted in deaths and the realisation that the now mutated KV17 virus would also infect those children when they turned 17, not killing them but altering their brain chemistry to make them emotionally unstable and dangerous. In this forbidding backdrop Lexi, Hadley and their friends have to try to eke out an existence whilst always be cognisant of the dangers of wild teenage enemies and equally, dangerous friends.
I found the premise fascinating and this is what drew me into this story. Could a group of children form a cogent society once all the adults had disappeared? William Golding suspected not, what would author Suzanne Lowe make of the opportunity? In Rage: Australian YA post-apocalyptic drama (Seventeen Series Book 2) she presents us with a wide variety of differing characters that generally ring true to form; from the “black sheep” of the family in the guise of the evil brother Kevin, to his brainless sycophantic girlfriend Cindy, right through to those characters determined to make the most of an impossible situation. I found the story to be well written and the flow and tempo to be totally appropriate to the setting. I particularly enjoyed the clear emotional connection between Braydon and Lexi and wanted very much to see with this would lead. The author’s target market is clearly the YA market however, this did not stop this sixty-year-old from, thoroughly enjoying the read. The author clearly knows her environment and this shows through in her work. As a New Zealander, the Aussie slang was second nature to me but even for others it just adds authenticity to the work rather than distracting from it. Lowe did an excellent job of filling in the backstory as we went along, so this can be read as a stand-alone book. The ending (although I’m not personally a fan of cliff-hangers) did nicely set up book three and I look forward to reading it.
Rage: Australian YA Post-Apocalyptic Drama (Seventeen Series Book 2) by Suzanne Lowe takes us into a dystopian environment, in part, in homage to Lord of the Flies, in Western Australia where the world is now populated by children. The mysterious KV17 virus, eighteen months ago had wiped out the entire adult population (everyone over the age of 17). Left to fend for themselves the young teenagers and children attempted to keep life operating and survive in the harsh environment that was the Western Australian outback. Lexi and Hadley, two sisters who had lived in Perth, had escaped the crime ravaged and vermin infested city to travel to Jasper’s Bay, a small rural town where they hoped they could link up with other survivors and somehow rebuild their lives. In the first book of this series there had been a violent confrontation between a bully-gang and the ordinary children that had resulted in deaths and the realisation that the now mutated KV17 virus would also infect those children when they turned 17, not killing them but altering their brain chemistry to make them emotionally unstable and dangerous. In this forbidding backdrop Lexi, Hadley and their friends have to try to eke out an existence whilst always be cognisant of the dangers of wild teenage enemies and equally, dangerous friends.
I found the premise fascinating and this is what drew me into this story. Could a group of children form a cogent society once all the adults had disappeared? William Golding suspected not, what would author Suzanne Lowe make of the opportunity? In Rage: Australian YA post-apocalyptic drama (Seventeen Series Book 2) she presents us with a wide variety of differing characters that generally ring true to form; from the “black sheep” of the family in the guise of the evil brother Kevin, to his brainless sycophantic girlfriend Cindy, right through to those characters determined to make the most of an impossible situation. I found the story to be well written and the flow and tempo to be totally appropriate to the setting. I particularly enjoyed the clear emotional connection between Braydon and Lexi and wanted very much to see with this would lead. The author’s target market is clearly the YA market however, this did not stop this sixty-year-old from, thoroughly enjoying the read. The author clearly knows her environment and this shows through in her work. As a New Zealander, the Aussie slang was second nature to me but even for others it just adds authenticity to the work rather than distracting from it. Lowe did an excellent job of filling in the backstory as we went along, so this can be read as a stand-alone book. The ending (although I’m not personally a fan of cliff-hangers) did nicely set up book three and I look forward to reading it.
November 25, 2019
A post apocalyptic Australia in which only the young survive....
As this is the sequel to book one, 'Seventeen', I felt a bit out of the loop at some points; I really needed to read book one first, but I got the gist! It's a great concept and one that appealed to me. The KV17 virus is now in a mutated form, which means that older children are affected too; and protagonist Lexi has a lot to deal with.
This is a YA book, because of the age group of the main characters, but I'd say it could be read by older people, too (that'll be me, then!). I'd say it's a good introduction to the genre for those who are new to it, particularly younger people who may see Lexi and co as role models.
Recommended, but I'd advise reading book one first. Australian spelling and slang used, some mild violence.
As this is the sequel to book one, 'Seventeen', I felt a bit out of the loop at some points; I really needed to read book one first, but I got the gist! It's a great concept and one that appealed to me. The KV17 virus is now in a mutated form, which means that older children are affected too; and protagonist Lexi has a lot to deal with.
This is a YA book, because of the age group of the main characters, but I'd say it could be read by older people, too (that'll be me, then!). I'd say it's a good introduction to the genre for those who are new to it, particularly younger people who may see Lexi and co as role models.
Recommended, but I'd advise reading book one first. Australian spelling and slang used, some mild violence.
August 22, 2019
An interesting story which fans of dystopian books will love. Highly recommended.
February 5, 2020
Another great read
This was a good sequel to Seventeen and was well paced and action packed. I enjoyed following the group of characters and watching their new lives unfold.
I did find a few basic editing issues a tad offputting but managed to read on!!
Looking forward to the final book in this series.
This was a good sequel to Seventeen and was well paced and action packed. I enjoyed following the group of characters and watching their new lives unfold.
I did find a few basic editing issues a tad offputting but managed to read on!!
Looking forward to the final book in this series.
November 26, 2019
Time taken to read - 1 day
Pages - 229
Publisher -
Source - Review Copy
Blurb from Goodreads
Book two in the exciting YA Seventeen Series set in the Australian outback.
“Revenge. It was all he could think about.
His body ached for it, burned for it like a relentless fire waiting to be quenched. It was all he wanted.”
With the KV17 virus now in its mutated form and the older children infected, they face an uncertain future.
As they attempt to find a cure, an old enemy unexpectedly returns, creating tension and turmoil throughout Jasper’s Bay. When hostilities increase, Lexi must face her fears and suppress the rage building inside her.
Will the virus take hold or can she maintain control? How can you defeat an enemy when it is part of who you are?
Australian spelling and slang used. Contains mild violence.
My Review
This is book two in a series, I haven't read book one and don't think it has impacted on me enjoying the story however I will be going back to read book one. Set in the outback in Austrailia, the KV17 virus which I assumed was the focus on book one, it taking off etc, all of the adults are dead from it and it has now mutated. Kids of seventeen and above are being affected by it but instead of being killed they are "changed" overcome by rage and emotions, how can they survive. They only know that which they have seen and experienced, some of their camp were removed when they become infected. As it becomes clear no one is safe some of the older kids have to try and reach out to those removed from their community, to see how they fared and if there is any hope. An old enemy from the previous book is still in their midst, the odds are against them, can the kids find a cure to stay safe, protect the younger ones and just survive?
So an apocalyptic type book, all adults are gone, it is set in modern day so all our kids are device reliant but what do you do when all of that is gone. Back to basics to try and survive, provide for themselves and live to see another day. Lexi is our main character, trying to battle with everything that passed, one of the kids that had to leave she was quite close to and her emotions are running high. Is it stress or because she is of an age she needs to worry about the virus?
There are a lot of themes to the book, survival obviously, friendship, relationships, finite resources and what happens when the need is more than there is to go around. Lexi has a lot of personal issues to contend with, her petulant sister, trying to keep everyone safe & active within their wee town, her own changes and what that could mean not just for her but her wee tribe.
I really want to go back and read book one to get a few gaps/questions filled in for me, I am really looking forward to book three due to how this one is rounded up. Apocalyptic with not too dark themes although there are some parts, at least one seen had me gasp out loud. In these types of situations, especially with no adults around, we can see the worst come out in people, actions and consequences! 3.5/5 for me this time, very much looking forward to the next in this series!
Pages - 229
Publisher -
Source - Review Copy
Blurb from Goodreads
Book two in the exciting YA Seventeen Series set in the Australian outback.
“Revenge. It was all he could think about.
His body ached for it, burned for it like a relentless fire waiting to be quenched. It was all he wanted.”
With the KV17 virus now in its mutated form and the older children infected, they face an uncertain future.
As they attempt to find a cure, an old enemy unexpectedly returns, creating tension and turmoil throughout Jasper’s Bay. When hostilities increase, Lexi must face her fears and suppress the rage building inside her.
Will the virus take hold or can she maintain control? How can you defeat an enemy when it is part of who you are?
Australian spelling and slang used. Contains mild violence.
My Review
This is book two in a series, I haven't read book one and don't think it has impacted on me enjoying the story however I will be going back to read book one. Set in the outback in Austrailia, the KV17 virus which I assumed was the focus on book one, it taking off etc, all of the adults are dead from it and it has now mutated. Kids of seventeen and above are being affected by it but instead of being killed they are "changed" overcome by rage and emotions, how can they survive. They only know that which they have seen and experienced, some of their camp were removed when they become infected. As it becomes clear no one is safe some of the older kids have to try and reach out to those removed from their community, to see how they fared and if there is any hope. An old enemy from the previous book is still in their midst, the odds are against them, can the kids find a cure to stay safe, protect the younger ones and just survive?
So an apocalyptic type book, all adults are gone, it is set in modern day so all our kids are device reliant but what do you do when all of that is gone. Back to basics to try and survive, provide for themselves and live to see another day. Lexi is our main character, trying to battle with everything that passed, one of the kids that had to leave she was quite close to and her emotions are running high. Is it stress or because she is of an age she needs to worry about the virus?
There are a lot of themes to the book, survival obviously, friendship, relationships, finite resources and what happens when the need is more than there is to go around. Lexi has a lot of personal issues to contend with, her petulant sister, trying to keep everyone safe & active within their wee town, her own changes and what that could mean not just for her but her wee tribe.
I really want to go back and read book one to get a few gaps/questions filled in for me, I am really looking forward to book three due to how this one is rounded up. Apocalyptic with not too dark themes although there are some parts, at least one seen had me gasp out loud. In these types of situations, especially with no adults around, we can see the worst come out in people, actions and consequences! 3.5/5 for me this time, very much looking forward to the next in this series!
December 9, 2019
Survival of the fittest
Rage is the second novel that follows several teenagers as they quickly become adults in a world ravaged by a virus. Lexi, Hadley and their peers are forced to figure out how to survive without adults or technology. While the actual landscape is beautifully described, it is a hard cruel world and this book doesn’t try to depict it as anything else. I had a bit of a rough start jumping in at book 2 but it made sense as I caught up. A good read, with a slightly delicate topic for younger adults.
Rage is the second novel that follows several teenagers as they quickly become adults in a world ravaged by a virus. Lexi, Hadley and their peers are forced to figure out how to survive without adults or technology. While the actual landscape is beautifully described, it is a hard cruel world and this book doesn’t try to depict it as anything else. I had a bit of a rough start jumping in at book 2 but it made sense as I caught up. A good read, with a slightly delicate topic for younger adults.
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September 13, 2019Great continuation
I read “Seventeen” and was blown away by it. It quickly became a book I couldn’t stop thinking about. Now with “Rage”, I’m back to being obsessed! It’s very Hunger Games -esque in the sense that this dystopian type of world is a quality written one. This one holds its own and is just all around amazing! Need more of these for sure.
I read “Seventeen” and was blown away by it. It quickly became a book I couldn’t stop thinking about. Now with “Rage”, I’m back to being obsessed! It’s very Hunger Games -esque in the sense that this dystopian type of world is a quality written one. This one holds its own and is just all around amazing! Need more of these for sure.
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