They can save the human race. To do it, they must take down their own government… antigen.
Forced to fight like soldiers in the desolate desert, Jema learns there could be sympathizers who will support a coup. But with only scavenged food and fading hope, she and her small group of grimly determined teens face a deadly trek across dangerous territory.
Can Jema get the cure in the public domain before the planet descends into bloodshed and chaos?
Torch is the second book in the thrilling Lovelock YA dystopian science fiction series. If you like intense action, courage under pressure, and races against time, then you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s fast-paced novel.
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This is the second book in the Lovelock series. I was surprised at the difference in this story compared to the first one. I think it helps reading the first book before this one- but backstory is really important to me. The one thing that threw me was the name changes- though I understand the reason for it, it was slightly confusing. Jema and Troy are in this book as the main characters- but I feel like Troy was less of a main this time around and more background. I did enjoy the story- I’m interested to see if there’s another book in the making. I would be curious to see where they take the story from here.
Torch by Tricia Copeland is the second book in the Lovelock series I would recommend reading this series in order as it continues on from book one, with the same characters and story line.
This book is a fantastic follow up to book one. I was transported back into Jema’s world so quickly and easily. This book was as exciting and fast paced as the first one. I couldn’t wait to find out what was going to happen.
If you are a fan of this genre then I would definitely recommend you try this series. It is well written, exciting and have characters that are so easy to get behind. I am enjoying this very much and can’t wait to see what else might be to come.
Torch by Tricia Copeland a four-star read that will shine a light for you. This is the second story in the Lovelock YA Dystopian science fiction series and it picks up after the first so its likely best you read them in order I have and I enjoyed them both that way. This was startling real at the moment as the first story revels a world after a flu wipes out most of the population and now its back, this story is about how the powerful few control how they cope with this second wave and how power controls. Jema is a great character and she will take you on a rollercoaster of a ride that will have you clinging to the story by you fingertips.
I love a good YA dystopian adventure and man, Copeland continues to master this tale. I really enjoyed this series’ latest installment and found it to be absolutely riveting. I was glued to the pages and couldn’t digest the content fast enough. My only complaint – I don’t have the next book in the series in my hand now. Loved it!
I just love dystopian stories. Torch (Lovelock Book 2) by Tricia Copeland did not disappoint. It’s geared towards the young adult crowd but adults will enjoy this one too. I loved the story, the characters and the great world the author has set up for us. I got a little bogged down in the preparation details but hey I am old. Folks that are really into dystopian novels and survivor type details are really going to love this one. This one is book 2 and I for sure will be reading book 3. Cause you know, I gotta know.
The more I read Tricia Copeland, the more she’s becoming my favorite author. She has a way of telling stories that capture your imagination or stir deeply within you. This science fiction read is no different.
In this read, that’s completely different from any other books by the same author, we find 16-yr-old Jema, a teen fugitive marked runaway who exposed a DNA based deadly virus, she and her allies are being hunted by her menacing uncle. Until she can put pressure on him to release the antidote, the world will be at risk.
Subjected to fighting like soldiers in a desert island, Jema seeks out those who’ll take pity on the group in an effort to help them but their supplies are being depleted at every turn for the teen and her allies, it’s a fatal trek to escape.
Can Jema heal the public territory before the world sinks into the abyss?
Great read again from Tricia Copeland as it’s full of action, bravery, and time-pacing to surely have your heart racing!
Torch (Lovelock Book 2) by Tricia Copeland. This author continues to impress me. This is a bit outside my wheel house of reading but I have come to really enjoy it. The characters draw you into their world and take you on an incredible journey you won’t soon forget. There’s twists and turns I wasn’t disappointed by and found myself on the edge of my seat more often than not. I like the action and pace of this story. It’s well written and has characters that bring this incredible storyline to life right before your eyes. Characters are complex and relatable. I’ve come to have a great appreciation for this Type of story I love a book the keeps me guessing and connected. I’m definitely looking forward and excited to see where this author takes readers next next four big stars and highly recommended!
4 Stars
Torch is book two in the Lovelock Series by Tricia Copeland- it’s the intriguing sequel to Lovelock Ones (Book One). This is a very interesting and thought provoking YA, sci-fi, post-apocalyptic/dystopian adventure story with plenty of action, dramatic developments, danger- and more. And I couldn’t help drawing parallels to what’s going on in our world right now.
In Lovelock Ones, the story gave an intriguing look at the world after a flu epidemic wipes out three quarters of the population in less than two years- leaving the remaining population dealing with massive poverty, famine, global warming, government control, factions, DNA testing/typing, and the ever present treat of another epidemic. We met Jema and Troy back in book one and followed them on quite an adventure. Torch sees us joining back up with them to continue the next phase of their adventure.
The virus has reared its ugly head once more. With the cure/vaccine being held back whilst the powers that be battle it out for control. It’s going to be up to Jema and Troy to step up and to save humanity. This is a tense race against time- with the fate of the world riding on the outcome.
Again, the way the story ended left an opening for more stories in the future- I will definitely keep a lookout for one, as well as any future work by Ms. Copeland.
So, if you love a tense, sci fi/dystopian story, with an intriguing storyline and fantastic characters- then this book/series is definitely for you!
Thank you, Ms. Copeland!
Torch (Lovelock Book 2) by Tricia Copeland
4 out of 5 stars
Torch is the second book in the Lovelocked Series. This is a great series. I have a hard time with some young adult series, but this series is amazing. This book gives us the story of Jema and Troy. Jema’s government is after her, for something that is way over her head. There is a disease spreading through the community there is only one cure, and it runs in Jema’s veins. Branded a loyalist to her uncle and a traitor to her country, Jema, and her friends are on the run.
Fighting for their lives in a desolate desert, Jema and her friends find a group of sympathizers who will help her. And help her get the cure to the people.
This YA dystopian science fiction book has a little bit for all genre lovers. Copeland is an amazing storyteller and she never ceases to amaze me with each new book. Highly recommended for all genre lovers.
I enjoyed this Young Adult action story. The author’s attention to details made me feel as if I was right there with the characters. They made the story and kept me turning pages fast. The twists and turns they took me on had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. This is a story about a battle for survival. Jema is sixteen and has been branded a traitor. Jema and her group of friends take you on an adventure that could lead into bloodshed and turn things upside down for the planet. I enjoyed watching Jema grow throughout the story and how supportive her friends were. I highly recommend this book and this author.
Torch (Lovelock Book 2) by Tricia Copeland. This is the amazing continuing story from Book 1. Its the story of a group of teens trying to save their world. Jema is a 16 year old who has been deemed a traitor by her government for trying to share the DNA based cure for a lethal contagion in her world. Her own government is trying to hunt her and her friends down. Jema is a hard headed, strong, and lethal 16 year old girl and she will stop at nothing to save her people. Jema’s sinister uncle is leading the people trying to stop her and they must find him and force him to release the DNA cure. Fighting in horrible conditions in the desert she is learning of some people who may help her and her friends. But are they too late? Will they be able to win the war waged or will the be too late?
Torch
By Tricia Copeland
4 stars
Having read the previous book in this series and enjoying I was looking forward to this one and I wasn’t disappointed. The dystopian genre isn’t really one that I read but I found I was really able to get in to this story quite quickly. It was an interesting and intriguing read and with the world currently going through the situation we are the book is actually quite apt – maybe that’s why I felt like I could get into more as I was able to draw some parallels to real life possibly?!? Just hopefully not the vaccine part of the book!! The authors writing is great, she really drags you into the world that she has created and her descriptive language is great – really helps me as a reader build a picture of what I am reading. It was also nice to read a more plot driven story – I felt like I was really into what I was reading rather than thinking about the characters and their development.
Overall a good read, interesting storyline and I would definitely recommend it.