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With a huge amount of dystopian and post-apocalyptic YA fiction out there, it is no wonder I found this little gem! After reading Birthmarked, I wasn't sure how another dystopia would sit, but The Line, by Teri Hall, was such a page-turner I finished it in one sitting!

Rachel and her mother live on The Property and work for Ms. Moore. The Property boarders The Line- the protected and sealed boundary line of the Unified States (US). When the US sealed the boarder without any warning to protect their country from war, they left a fair amount of citizens outside the border who could never return and were doomed to live in Away if they could survive the bombings and radiation. Rumors are rampant about what has happened to the Others in Away, but Rachel isn't prepared when an other makes contact and begs for help for his father.

When Rachel's mom and Ms. Moore learn of the cry for help, a story unravels that reveals more about Rachel's parents and Ms. Moore than Rachel could ever have imagined. Now they must somehow find a way to take down The Line in order to get the medicine and supplies across to Pathik in Away so he can save his father. Can they do so before the Enforcement Officers arrive at the Property?

The Line is a fast-paced read and is relatively short compared to most YA these days (just over 200 pages). The characters are interesting and multidimensional, which draws the reader in quickly: you know everyone in this book is hiding something! The history of the Unified States is delivered in a very interesting way- Rachel is quizzed on the history of her country by her mother who home schools her. This saves from endless back story that could get boring, yet still gives enough history to understand how things have gotten this oppressive.

The writing is fairly simple and I would suggest this book for any middle school to high school student. It would be particularly good for a low-skilled 9-12 grader because the story is very interesting while the reading level is rather accessible. As a dystopia, it isn't overwhelming with background, but is still easily understood with the information given. While any dystopia is kind of grim, it still has the hope of the Others in Away. My only complaint about this book is it just ended. With a sequel coming out next year, I understand keeping the reader wanting more, but this was so abrupt! Just as one action sequence ended, 50 more questions were developed and then.... The End.


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The Line Teri Hall Books Reviews

First off, I have to say I don't think I am a fan of dystopian novels, honestly there's only been one I really REALLY enjoyed and that was The Maze, other's I have tried well, I just don't think they are my "thing." That being said, The Line was one, that when I read the synopsis, I just knew it was one I wanted to dive into, as soon as I could - so I preordered it! Amazingly, it arrived yesterday, luckily I was just finishing up The Body Finder so I was able to pick it up right away.

The Line is a quick read, and in the beginning I felt it dragged a bit, I know that being a first novel and with it being a dystopian, some slowness is to be expected. I totally understand the author desires to introduce us into the story gradually, which Teri Hall did a nice job at.. I can say I was never "lost" with in the story, however I will say I was a touch board, and wondered if I was wrong about my initial feelings, after reading the synopsis.

Thankfully, I had patience and it paid off, in a BIG way!

I enjoyed Rachel's character - though she felt a bit naive at times, I believe that had a lot to do with how and where she was brought up. She seemed to grow a lot in the span of the novel, which I enjoyed watching - and in the end she became quite brave!

That being said, I felt a bit disconnected from the other characters. Rachel's mom as well as Ms. Moore. It was also weird that Rachel called her mom both mom and Vivian, I thought at first maybe it was just there culture that the children referred to there parents by there first names, but then she would switch and call her mom. She also referred to her dad as dad, not Daniel - so that left me a bit puzzled. I just had to wonder, why? I felt very much like Rachel loved and respected her mom, so it just left me puzzled.

The premise of The Line is excellent as well as unique. My interests are very "peeked" and I can't wait to see what happens next and to learn more about "Away" as well as discover some of the hidden secrets which Rachel's mom has been hiding from her for so long. I can only hope that Away (The Line #2) offers some answers, the name itself leads me to believe it will.

Honestly, I don't want to say to much more about this novel, it's a bit hard to review, since the part I want to talk about most (the end), is the part I can't talk about because I don't want to spoil it for anyone. The ending is well I can only say it rocked my socks off...in a WOW kind of way!

Bottom Line - A uniquely intriguing, start I was both excited and captivated by the plot and the characters, I can NOT wait to see where this story will take us...and to find out what happens next. Teri Hall has a one of a kind, writing style with an unmatched plot line...now if 2011 was next month I could say I was a happier girl, but...as such, they say patience is a virtue, though I am not sure I want to be THAT virtuous. I am VERY excited, and trying to be patient while awaiting the sequel Away, due out in 2011.

I am also very excited to add another dystopian novel to my list of "likes."
I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Line. The plot is totally engaging from page one, and the characters are interesting and well developed. I was completely engrossed in the story, and read it straight through waiting anxiously to find out what would happen next. Unfortunately, the book's ending left me not just wanting more (I will definitely read the sequel) but a bit peeved. The book has no culminating point and feels like it ends mid-chapter. It should be called The LineEpisode One . . . then, at least, this reader would have known what to expect. So, buy it, read it, as it is a great read, but be aware that if you want any semblance of a satisfying conclusion, you will have to buy the sequel when it comes out.
With a huge amount of dystopian and post-apocalyptic YA fiction out there, it is no wonder I found this little gem! After reading Birthmarked, I wasn't sure how another dystopia would sit, but The Line, by Teri Hall, was such a page-turner I finished it in one sitting!

Rachel and her mother live on The Property and work for Ms. Moore. The Property boarders The Line- the protected and sealed boundary line of the Unified States (US). When the US sealed the boarder without any warning to protect their country from war, they left a fair amount of citizens outside the border who could never return and were doomed to live in Away if they could survive the bombings and radiation. Rumors are rampant about what has happened to the Others in Away, but Rachel isn't prepared when an other makes contact and begs for help for his father.

When Rachel's mom and Ms. Moore learn of the cry for help, a story unravels that reveals more about Rachel's parents and Ms. Moore than Rachel could ever have imagined. Now they must somehow find a way to take down The Line in order to get the medicine and supplies across to Pathik in Away so he can save his father. Can they do so before the Enforcement Officers arrive at the Property?

The Line is a fast-paced read and is relatively short compared to most YA these days (just over 200 pages). The characters are interesting and multidimensional, which draws the reader in quickly you know everyone in this book is hiding something! The history of the Unified States is delivered in a very interesting way- Rachel is quizzed on the history of her country by her mother who home schools her. This saves from endless back story that could get boring, yet still gives enough history to understand how things have gotten this oppressive.

The writing is fairly simple and I would suggest this book for any middle school to high school student. It would be particularly good for a low-skilled 9-12 grader because the story is very interesting while the reading level is rather accessible. As a dystopia, it isn't overwhelming with background, but is still easily understood with the information given. While any dystopia is kind of grim, it still has the hope of the Others in Away. My only complaint about this book is it just ended. With a sequel coming out next year, I understand keeping the reader wanting more, but this was so abrupt! Just as one action sequence ended, 50 more questions were developed and then.... The End.