More Minds

Minds #2

by Carol Matas, Perry Nodelman

Princess Lenora sets out to conquer a giant causing problems in the northern countries and soon realizes that her real battle is actually going to be trying to keep the Balance, the source that keeps the alternative worlds in their place, from falling apart.

Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Fiction, Romance, Childrens, Middle Grade, Royalty

192 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1996

Reviews

[Gwen (The Gwendolyn Reading Method) · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sigh. These books were so much better in my memory. Watch my video review

[Angie · Rating 2 out of 5]

A fast read and a fun basic concept of a world where every country has its own superpower. However... Well, I didn't read the first one, didn't realize this was a second book until partway in, but this doesn't quite manage to hold to my standard of "being able to read the second without too much confusion for not having read the first." More to the point, though, if this is where Lenora started after an entire first book of learning about impetuosity and actions-consequences, then she's a block-head. I'm on Coren's side of things, poor boy. After an entire book of seeing how things go if she has her way, she aaaaalmost learns her lesson but then snaps right back to "no, I'll fix it my way." She's supposed to be old enough to get married but, honestly, she reads like a petulant, head-strong 9 year old. Coren, man, go find yourself another girl. This one will give you ulcers.

[Kara G · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had this book sitting around for an embarrassingly long time before reading it. I think I kept putting it off because it is a sequel but I finally decided to read it and was able to pick up what I needed without reading the first book, Of Two Minds. It's probably aimed at teens/young adults even though there is one rather violent part involving a dead horse. Apart from that, it was a fun and quick read, but I don't feel any impulse to continue with the series.

[Cognatious Thunk · Rating 2 out of 5]

Initially, I was thrilled to have rediscovered another childhood read. They are becoming fewer and fewer; in part due to many falling out of print, and partially due to me having already gathered up a fair few of my old beloveds, leaving less to reclaim. I was even pleased when I finished this novel, realizing I had enjoyed the plot, and the interesting fonts and layout at the end, just as well as before. Yet, upon further contemplation, I realized I had no desire to read the first book in the series or to complete it, despite only reading More Minds as a child. Furthermore, I didn't particularly want to ever revisit bratty Lenora or tepid Coren, whose doubles are magically more obnoxious than the originals, ever again. Down came a star and straight to the resale shop box it went. However, stylistically, it is interesting and well worth a single read.

[Jac · Rating 2 out of 5]

Eh. It's not terrible, has a neat plot resolution and a bit of character development, probably quite good for an average 12 year old but was just too simple for me.

[Phylisha Stone · Rating 3 out of 5]

An OK read. I tried but couldn't really get into it. I did finish.

[Stormie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very entertaining and creative.

[Philip · Rating 3 out of 5]

Silly but cute.

[Judith · Rating 3 out of 5]

Though a pleasant read I found this far too predictable to be considered stellar.

[Erin Nichole · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars. Highly entertained; gave me nonsensical vibes like Alice in Wonderland b/c I had no idea what was going on. It was fun all the same.

[Mindy G. · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Caitlyn Colon · Rating 2 out of 5]

"And she stomped purposely out of the room, muttering something about using all the power she could get and maybe asking Sayley if she'd like to join her in a little adventure.

Coren stared after her. Well, that was life with Lenora. Never dull.

He shrugged an apology to Fullbright and hurried off to help Lenora save the world."

A humorous and adventurous fantasy. I read about halfway through the book before I realized it was part two in a series. Nevertheless, I understood the plot and was entertained. Still, I probably won't check out the rest of the books.

[Nelson Poole · Rating 2 out of 5]

Have you ever been able to change the future with your mind, well Lenora can because her author is Carol Matas and she is in the book “More Minds”. The book takes place in the middle ages in castles and small towns. The reason I read this book was because the back of the book had the summary and when I read it, it pulled me in.
In more minds Lenora, the main character, can change the future with her mind. She can imagine anything and make it a reality in the blink of an eye. There is a huge giant threatening the town, stepping on house and hitting over castles. Lenora and Coren want to slay him yet he keeps on getting way. The conflict in the book is Lenora trying to kill the huge giant.
My favorite part is when Lenora tries to wish the giant away yet the giant is too powerful. So in the end Lenora and Coren both work together to slay the huge giant and it works. My favorite part is when Lenora and Coren kill the giant in the last twenty pages.
I thought that the book was good yet it was really difficult to read because of all the old style words like thus, and quarl. It is kind of like “Jack and the Beanstalk”. People that like to read long stories about fantasy occurrences and fable, funny, and imaginative stuff would like to read this due to the amount of action and fun ratio.

[Lady Knight · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a very quick easy read. A good, fun, fantasy romp.

Coren and Lenora are back, and this time strange things are going on at home. A giant has appeared in the north country and Lenora is bound and determined to send him home. The problem? Everyone's powers are acting eratically. The Balance, too, is off. After tricking her parents and Coren, Lenora heads out on her own to face down this dragon. Coren meanwhile is back at the castle with Leni (Lenora's recreation of herself - expect much more boring!) and going insane trying to deal with airhead Leni, and all the wedding details she keeps throwing at him. Soon enough Coren figures it out and heads out after Lenora. That's when the real adventures start...

I liked this book. Not thrilled but, a fairly decent sequel I thought. I recently heard that a third and fourth book have been written for this series, but after reading the write-ups on them, I think I'll stop right here. Before the series descends into massaging the authors's ego.

[Pms Student · Rating 2 out of 5]

I found this book a 2/5 because it didn't really make me want to read it. It was very descriptive and creative, but I don't like how the "worlds" would change so much. At one moment they would be somewhere in a problem, then at the next something weird and irrelevant would happen. I liked the idea of the book with the Balance and everything, but the paragraphs didn't flow correctly. This book left me confused and wondering what is happening.

There was a few parts in this book that I enjoyed and connected too. Parts where the character would go on her adventures took me back to when I was really young. My siblings and I would always go outside get our neighbors and go on adventures. We would use our imaginations so much, so it connects to the fantasy in this book.

Overall, this book was confusing and didn't flow well, but I got to think about my childhood and all the adventures that I went on.

-Jenna Benner

[M.T. DeSantis · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read the first book in this series, Of Two Minds, many years ago. I discovered that there was a sequel and decided I had to read it. I’ll admit that this book is meant for a much younger audience, but I still enjoyed it. Matas blends the right amounts of humor, lessons, and suspense for the book’s age group. Reading it as an adult, I laughed at all the wonderfully hilarious small things that made the book fun. I didn’t like it quite as much as Of Two Minds. This is probably partly because I read that one at the age it was meant for, but I found More Minds entertaining all the same. Parents with middle grade-aged children, this series is a winner.

[Aliya · Rating 2 out of 5]

The two stars is really most likely because I'm a little late (age-wise) in reading this. I'm sure I would have liked it when I was younger (younger than "Young Adult"). Not sure what rating I'd have given it if I had, probably 3 or 4 stars.

Not much actually happens and the story resolves itself in a simultaneously confusing and convenient way. I can definitely say that there's a really great take-away message/moral in the story: appreciate people for who they are and don't try to change them into your opinion of who they should be, so props for that. Not only is that good for kids to learn, but a lot of YA/adults would do well to remember it more often, as well.

[Monique Katrina · Rating 3 out of 5]

i bought the copy out of curiosity because of the cover and it looks interesting. i was 18 when i bought it. it was one of those books i've read that interests me, but i wouldn't mind putting it down and continue reading after a day or two, or longer.

thought i must say, it was very colorful. it was fun, well funny in some parts especially when the fake Coren lunged at the foot of the giant shouting, and fake Lenora being overly meticulous about the wedding plans. and the last part was a shocker, discovering that Lenora was the one who set everything the way it is in her kingdom.

[Jayme Swallow · Rating 4 out of 5]

Carol Matas and Perry Nodelman's Of Two Minds and More Minds, the sequel, are about Princess Lenora and her betrothed, Coren, while Lenora's stubbornness takes them on an adventure. I read these, and liked them better, when I was younger, but they're still a fun quick read with a good moral. These are best for upper elementary/middle school readers both in level and demographic. Happy reading!

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[Taylor · Rating 2 out of 5]

Maybe I would have liked it better had I read it as a young adult. Seems very similar to the last book, moves the story along although there seems to be almost no character development. I'd still recommend it for young readers though.

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another book I read as a child. I wish I had my own copy to read it over again! Some books you read and then forget about, but this book (and it's predecessor, Of Two Minds) have stuck with me for 20 years. Great story.

[Shannon · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good sequel.

[Tina · Rating 4 out of 5]

pretty good......sort of funny.........i mean it didnt stink either............a good passtime............ i would recommend it.

[Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Twisted but something anyone can relate to.

[Chrisanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Different enough from the first one to be a fun adventure for teens. Sadly, it has been weeded from my library.

[Christina Sutton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a Fantsy Series I enjoyed as a Middle Schooler. I rescently learned there are 2 more books I did not read. So I am re-reading this book so I can read the books I just discovered.

[Angela · Rating 3 out of 5]

I did not read the first book in the series, but I didn't feel lost with this story. It was a quick read. Cute, nothing spectacular, but enjoyable.

[Dana Cordelia · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn't like this one as much as its predecessor, but it was a cunning and worthwhile follow-up. Excellent young adult fantasy fic. I can't believe I haven't added it to my list until now!

[Deb (Readerbuzz) Nance]

Fantasy

[Arisha · Rating 2 out of 5]

i didnt like it very much.