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This is the book that asks: What would happen if women ran the world? Peace? Harmony? Universal love? With the recent statistics pointing to women increasingly becoming breadwinners while men choose to forgo college education, the question is less academic (or sci-fi) today than it would have been even a decade ago. The book's answer is less than encouraging. In the fictional Federal Union, formed after the Second Civil War, men are not just second class citizens, but virtual prisoners, to be held and disposed of like so much meat. And women, of course, are still prone to human failings: jealousy, violence, desire to control.

The story is told by Annabelle Scott, a 15-year old with a traumatic past whose family was taken away from her at an early age. When she is recruited for the "mechs," an elite and fierce group of warriors, she will be torn between her desire to be successful at the training school and the need to subvert the society that has destroyed her family.

I loved the characterization in this book. There are many character to juggle, and each one is memorable. The protagonist shows just the right balance of vulnerability, strength and very recognizable teen rebellion super-charged by the untenable circumstances. There are many (maybe a bit TOO many) training and action scenes. If I had to compare the tone of most of this book to something, I would probably choose Ender's Game- brutal school rivalries, a manipulative adult in charge, relentless preparation for combat. Except, of course, the expected combat would be with fellow human beings, and the conflict taking place inside Annabelle's mind makes all the difference.

NOTE: Even though there is fair amount of violence in the book, it should be acceptable reading for teens, and is sure to result in a good discussion in school or library environment.


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The Rebel Within Rebels Lance Erlick 9780988996809 Books Reviews

I’d like to say it’s a captivating read, but it isn’t.

The story takes place in not too far away dystopian universe where men have been banished to the Outlands. Women are running the world. The heroine, Annabelle Scott is the personification of a rebel to the point, it becomes a moot issue. She’s trying to be a cop, which isn’t working. She rebels against everything the state implements when it comes to food, entertainment and interaction with boys. She rebels against her mother, even though she has a suspicion her mother is part of the resistance who helps boys escape to the outlands.

All of her rebellion winds up with disciplinary acts she can either join the mech forces or go to a reeducation facility. She chooses the mech’s praying that her little sister Janine won’t follow her. You guessed it, she does, all through the story to the point it becomes monotonous.

The training scenes weren’t bad, but they kept going on and on and on and on. The same can be said when Anabelle is going through her final test where the cadets have to fight each other to see who gets to fight the men in the arena. Less is more would have worked out much better.

Pre and early teens will enjoy the story. Those of us a little long in the tooth, not so much.
Three stars
This book grabbed and held my attention from page one. Interesting premise - an oppressive world dominated by women. The author really got me into the mind of his heroine. I felt her pain and confusion as she went about trying to do the right things. Her challenges are many as she worries about her adoptive mother and struggles to keep her younger sister safe.

Like Hunger Games, it's science fiction set in a bleak future, but the story transcends genre. You don't have to be a fan of science fiction to love it. Great read!
I normally don't read science fiction, however, this book captured my interest and kept it. Maybe it is the touch of history, science fiction, and reality that made this story so captivating ...a glimpse into a future we could all face. I'm looking forward to the sequel.
Fast forward to the future. There's been a second Civil War in the States and society has dramatically changed. Women reign and men are outcasts. With strong, crisp language Lance creates a fascinating scenario and story of a teenage girl who locks horns with a strict system of control in order to reconnect with a banished mother and a young boy whom she has helped to flee into the Outlands. Fast-paced and a must read for lovers of futuristic novels.
The Rebel Within has an interesting premise that I enjoyed. The dystopian world was well built and the novel has great elements of action and suspense. Erlick created a "Hunger Games"-esque story that keeps his audience entertained from start to finish. I look forward to reading the second book.
What a pleasant surprise! The author, Lance Erlick, has done a terrific job of characterizing the setting for this story, as well as quite masterfully describing the key players … what bonds them together and what sets them apart. The intrigue was palpable and the author builds to quite a suspenseful conclusion. The fight scenes were graphic, without being offensive. This book reminded me of “Hunger Games” and was a very enjoyable read. There is plenty of opportunity for a follow-on book, which I would most certainly purchase. Congratulations Lance!
This is the book that asks What would happen if women ran the world? Peace? Harmony? Universal love? With the recent statistics pointing to women increasingly becoming breadwinners while men choose to forgo college education, the question is less academic (or sci-fi) today than it would have been even a decade ago. The book's answer is less than encouraging. In the fictional Federal Union, formed after the Second Civil War, men are not just second class citizens, but virtual prisoners, to be held and disposed of like so much meat. And women, of course, are still prone to human failings jealousy, violence, desire to control.

The story is told by Annabelle Scott, a 15-year old with a traumatic past whose family was taken away from her at an early age. When she is recruited for the "mechs," an elite and fierce group of warriors, she will be torn between her desire to be successful at the training school and the need to subvert the society that has destroyed her family.

I loved the characterization in this book. There are many character to juggle, and each one is memorable. The protagonist shows just the right balance of vulnerability, strength and very recognizable teen rebellion super-charged by the untenable circumstances. There are many (maybe a bit TOO many) training and action scenes. If I had to compare the tone of most of this book to something, I would probably choose Ender's Game- brutal school rivalries, a manipulative adult in charge, relentless preparation for combat. Except, of course, the expected combat would be with fellow human beings, and the conflict taking place inside Annabelle's mind makes all the difference.

NOTE Even though there is fair amount of violence in the book, it should be acceptable reading for teens, and is sure to result in a good discussion in school or library environment.