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Reichs, Kathy
5 Reviews
(4)
YA
Virals series.
Tory Brennan and her fellow Virals are targeted by the vicious Trinity, another "pack" of young adults with the same wolflike superpowers. Meanwhile, a shady government agency tracks both packs. This fifth entry is a little over-long, with much time spent on a predictable love triangle, but suspenseful action, surprising double-crosses, and some intriguing science make for an enjoyable mystery/sci-fi adventure.
Reviewer: Katie Bircher
(4)
YA
Virals series.
With their science know-how, wolflike powers, and snarky banter, Tory and her "packmates" Shelton, Hi, and Ben investigate the kidnapping of two classmates. Stakes rise when Ella, a close friend of Tory's, is abducted. Though occasionally predictable (of course, Tory winds up in the kidnapper's clutches) and frequently implausible, this fourth entry in the sci-fi/mystery series is still a lot of fun.
Reviewer: Katie Bircher
(3)
YA
Tory (Virals; Seizure) and her science-whiz-kid "pack" try geocaching. They find coded--and increasingly frightening--messages leading them on a "game" across South Carolina's coastal islands to find the Gamemaster and stop the violence he threatens. Again, the kids' part-wolf superhuman abilities help (a bit) in solving the mystery; more believable dynamics among family and friends help ground the sci-fi elements.
Reviewer: Katie Bircher
(3)
YA
Detective story meets Goonies-style treasure hunt in this second book featuring Tory Brennan and her fellow Virals. The teens use their wolflike abilities to track a fabled pirate treasure in hopes of keeping their parents' lab running and their group together. Though this Virals sequel has (disappointingly) less forensic science than the previous novel, its suspense and fast-paced adventure will hook readers.
Reviewer: Katie Bircher
(4)
YA
Science whiz Tory and three friends contract a mysterious illness after they rescue a wolf puppy from a laboratory. While the teens seek clues about a decades-old murder, the disease begins to have strange effects, namely wolflike strength and instincts. Reichs's first novel for young adults is suspenseful and smart, if busy and occasionally illogical.
Reviewer: Katie Bircher
5 reviews
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