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The Lost Souls #3
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The dramatic conclusion to the Lost Souls trilogy, which answers readers’ questions and finally pits natural Tess against the true enemies of Templeton, the creators
Heartbroken but more determined than ever after a tense showdown in the woods, sixteen-year-old Tess once again returns to the safety of her community of Isolationists. Bolstered by new alliances and desperate to protect those she loves, this time she knows she can return stronger and more powerful than ever to take back what is hers. As she trains in combat and grows more confident, Tess receives beautiful letters penned by her forbidden love, the chosen one James, from his prison in Templeton. He is now serving as a bodyguard to the creators-the team of scientists who created artificial life in the first place. And what he has discovered about the true origin of the illness that halted natural life could change everything. Enemy will become ally and death will bring new hope in this stunning conclusion to Tiffany Truitt's epic Lost Souls trilogy.
Heartbroken but more determined than ever after a tense showdown in the woods, sixteen-year-old Tess once again returns to the safety of her community of Isolationists. Bolstered by new alliances and desperate to protect those she loves, this time she knows she can return stronger and more powerful than ever to take back what is hers. As she trains in combat and grows more confident, Tess receives beautiful letters penned by her forbidden love, the chosen one James, from his prison in Templeton. He is now serving as a bodyguard to the creators-the team of scientists who created artificial life in the first place. And what he has discovered about the true origin of the illness that halted natural life could change everything. Enemy will become ally and death will bring new hope in this stunning conclusion to Tiffany Truitt's epic Lost Souls trilogy.
400 pages, Paperback
First published April 28, 2014
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Tiffany Truitt
8 books322 followersTiffany Truitt was born in Peoria, Illinois. A self-proclaimed Navy brat, Tiffany spent most of her childhood living in Virginia, but don’t call her a Southerner. She also spent a few years living in Cuba. Since her time on the island of one McDonalds and Banana Rats (don't ask), she has been obsessed with traveling. Tiffany recently added China to her list of travels (hello inspiration for a new book).
Besides traveling, Tiffany has always been an avid reader. The earliest books she remembers reading belong to The Little House on the Prairie Series. First book she read in one day? Little Woman (5th grade). First author she fell in love with? Jane Austen in middle school. Tiffany spent most of her high school and college career as a literary snob. She refused to read anything considered "low brow" or outside the "classics."
Tiffany began teaching middle school in 2006. Her students introduced her to the wide, wonderful world of Young Adult literature. Today, Tiffany embraces popular Young Adult literature and uses it in her classroom. She currently teaches the following novels: The Outsiders, Speak, Night, Dystopian Literature Circles: The Hunger Games, The Giver, The Uglies, and Matched.
Besides traveling, Tiffany has always been an avid reader. The earliest books she remembers reading belong to The Little House on the Prairie Series. First book she read in one day? Little Woman (5th grade). First author she fell in love with? Jane Austen in middle school. Tiffany spent most of her high school and college career as a literary snob. She refused to read anything considered "low brow" or outside the "classics."
Tiffany began teaching middle school in 2006. Her students introduced her to the wide, wonderful world of Young Adult literature. Today, Tiffany embraces popular Young Adult literature and uses it in her classroom. She currently teaches the following novels: The Outsiders, Speak, Night, Dystopian Literature Circles: The Hunger Games, The Giver, The Uglies, and Matched.
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May 5, 2014
You ever grab a book, read part of the description and know you want to read it - only to find out that it is not the first in the series it is part of? I have had this happen on occasion and this is one of them.
Even though I have not read the first two books of this series (at 27% in, I purchased both), this book was very enjoyable. It is also very well done, giving enough information so that the reader is not confused if they either hadn't read the first two books or hadn't read them in a while, but also leaves enough out that you really want to find out what is going on in the first two. The characters are interesting and I really cared what happened to them; the descriptions of not only the people, but the events happening were very detailed and, even though there were a few slow parts, I had a lot of problems putting this book down.
A great ending to a trilogy, with a beginning I can't wait to read. :)
Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Even though I have not read the first two books of this series (at 27% in, I purchased both), this book was very enjoyable. It is also very well done, giving enough information so that the reader is not confused if they either hadn't read the first two books or hadn't read them in a while, but also leaves enough out that you really want to find out what is going on in the first two. The characters are interesting and I really cared what happened to them; the descriptions of not only the people, but the events happening were very detailed and, even though there were a few slow parts, I had a lot of problems putting this book down.
A great ending to a trilogy, with a beginning I can't wait to read. :)
Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
December 28, 2014
This was really good. Also really, really sad. A lot of great characters lost along the way, but that's to be expected in this ravaged world. The ending was bitter sweet for me.
A dystopian trilogy I'd definitely recommend.
A dystopian trilogy I'd definitely recommend.
November 8, 2015
I can not give a 5 stars not because i do not love the book just because of the ending. Creator is the last book from the series The Lost Souls, is just an amazing series, so different then everything else i have read. It's a YA/Fantasy with lots of adventure, mystery and romance, but more important it does not have any of the fantasy characters that you guys have read until now (no vampire, zombies, demons, faeries and so on), this book is only with people (yes is fantasy).
There are the Naturals people (the normal people that have been created by God but because of a virus the women die when they give birth) and the Choosen Ones (created by humans, no clones they all look different but supernatural powers...no one can fly or has laser eyes...they have super human strength, speed, intellect and some they can see the future or see your darkest secrets). Ok that's it explaining the characters, you have to read it for its fights/adventures, how some people fall in love with the chosen ones and they are loved back (and all of this is against the laws their life are in danger).
Tess is one of the few girls/women that can give birth without dieing, but she is also the weapon against the creators of the chosen ones. Love the way the author is using normal weapon to protect the people but they are used in such amazing way. Unfortunately Tess father and best friend they put the war against the chosen one ahead her own life. After he saving their life they still trick her to go back in the main "city" where the creators and chosen people are, so while working for them she gets the code to kill them all (until she finds out that means killing all the chosen ones including the father of her unborn child). All the fights are mostly while they are trying to make their way to a safe place but they have to go through a forest where is very hard to hide, because of all of this even the teenagers are trained to fight so they can have bigger army.
I love Tess she does not give up to her love for James even tho they have put a block on his memory and can hurt her, but every time he does she realizes he can't continue because somehow he is hurting himself. After fighting so much with other people and even with James she manages to break the block on his mind (but that cost her because he does not see her future and she almost dies, but instead she starts the war that she had never wanted).
All of this is only in one but (and much more i have left out lots of important details) is only like a small summary because the adventure and the way that the author explains every detail i can not put it in words, is just amazing.
There are the Naturals people (the normal people that have been created by God but because of a virus the women die when they give birth) and the Choosen Ones (created by humans, no clones they all look different but supernatural powers...no one can fly or has laser eyes...they have super human strength, speed, intellect and some they can see the future or see your darkest secrets). Ok that's it explaining the characters, you have to read it for its fights/adventures, how some people fall in love with the chosen ones and they are loved back (and all of this is against the laws their life are in danger).
Tess is one of the few girls/women that can give birth without dieing, but she is also the weapon against the creators of the chosen ones. Love the way the author is using normal weapon to protect the people but they are used in such amazing way. Unfortunately Tess father and best friend they put the war against the chosen one ahead her own life. After he saving their life they still trick her to go back in the main "city" where the creators and chosen people are, so while working for them she gets the code to kill them all (until she finds out that means killing all the chosen ones including the father of her unborn child). All the fights are mostly while they are trying to make their way to a safe place but they have to go through a forest where is very hard to hide, because of all of this even the teenagers are trained to fight so they can have bigger army.
I love Tess she does not give up to her love for James even tho they have put a block on his memory and can hurt her, but every time he does she realizes he can't continue because somehow he is hurting himself. After fighting so much with other people and even with James she manages to break the block on his mind (but that cost her because he does not see her future and she almost dies, but instead she starts the war that she had never wanted).
All of this is only in one but (and much more i have left out lots of important details) is only like a small summary because the adventure and the way that the author explains every detail i can not put it in words, is just amazing.
December 20, 2014
The first thing that crossed my mind when I finished Creators was, "why? Why did you have to hurt my feelings, Tiffany Truitt?" I mean the ending was good, and this was a fantastic conclusion, but it was sad as heck. The character growth was excellent and organic; the plot was intense and full of emotion; the writing was beautiful; and the ending tied everything up nicely. Still, I just don't see why it had to be so sad. Sigh.
The characters all evolved a lot n this novel, and I felt like Tess really came into her own. She impressed me time and time again in this book, and she really showed her strength toward the end. Tess did what she had to do to protect the people she loved, and I really admired her for that. She had a nice balance, and wasn't completely selfish, like some characters are. Tess understood sacrificing for the greater good, but she also wanted to protect those closest to her. The constant struggle between the two ideals was interesting to read. The other characters all pretty much broke my heart at one time or another. They were all realistic and flawed and wonderful, but they really crushed my soul.
The plot was amazing, and I flew through this book. I had to find out what happened next. Truitt balanced everything wonderfully. The pacing was perfect. Nothing was rushed, and I never got bored. The action and romance scenes were realistic and natural. Nothing felt forced. Truitt's writing really captivated me, too. She words things so beautifully. I can't wait to see what she writes next. The ending crushed my very essence, and I hated it and loved it at the same time. I like when authors don't go easy on the reader, but it really didn't have to be that sad. Sheesh. Things were tied up nicely, though, and nothing fit neatly into a little box. I liked that.
Overall, this series was fantastic. I really loved all three books, and I can't wait to see what Truitt comes up with next. If you're looking for a dystopian series that stands out from the rest, give this one a try. You won't be sorry.
The characters all evolved a lot n this novel, and I felt like Tess really came into her own. She impressed me time and time again in this book, and she really showed her strength toward the end. Tess did what she had to do to protect the people she loved, and I really admired her for that. She had a nice balance, and wasn't completely selfish, like some characters are. Tess understood sacrificing for the greater good, but she also wanted to protect those closest to her. The constant struggle between the two ideals was interesting to read. The other characters all pretty much broke my heart at one time or another. They were all realistic and flawed and wonderful, but they really crushed my soul.
The plot was amazing, and I flew through this book. I had to find out what happened next. Truitt balanced everything wonderfully. The pacing was perfect. Nothing was rushed, and I never got bored. The action and romance scenes were realistic and natural. Nothing felt forced. Truitt's writing really captivated me, too. She words things so beautifully. I can't wait to see what she writes next. The ending crushed my very essence, and I hated it and loved it at the same time. I like when authors don't go easy on the reader, but it really didn't have to be that sad. Sheesh. Things were tied up nicely, though, and nothing fit neatly into a little box. I liked that.
Overall, this series was fantastic. I really loved all three books, and I can't wait to see what Truitt comes up with next. If you're looking for a dystopian series that stands out from the rest, give this one a try. You won't be sorry.
March 22, 2015
2.5 stars
Where's the deep description of Tess' s surroundings? Where's the feeling you get when you read about a character you feel you're in their place? Where's that feeling or ability to relate with the character? What about reading the words between the lines? Where's the umph you want in a book? The shocks? What about those moments were you are meant to break down and just cry with the character? Where's the joy in reading??????
Where's the deep description of Tess' s surroundings? Where's the feeling you get when you read about a character you feel you're in their place? Where's that feeling or ability to relate with the character? What about reading the words between the lines? Where's the umph you want in a book? The shocks? What about those moments were you are meant to break down and just cry with the character? Where's the joy in reading??????
June 11, 2021
This is another book three that I probably waited too long to read, as I was a bit fuzzy on a number of things. However, the author did a decent-enough job of recapping that I was brought up to speed on the most pressing issues, which I very much appreciated. This was another solid ending to a series, although it rather broke my heart a bit. The world building is really well done, dystopian with enough of a twist that it's a fresh concept. I really loved reading from Tess' point of view, and was happy to watch her story unfold. Be forewarned, there's a bit of an open ending, but I think it worked here, even if the romantic in me would've wished for something else. Nonetheless, I'm glad I finally picked it up, and crossed another unfinished series off my TBR.
July 30, 2016
Creators is the third and final installment in The Lost Souls trilogy. This has been intriguing from the start we met Tess, her sisters and James, and so many other amazing characters. It picks up right where Naturals leaves off, Tess with her father, but not with one she wants to be with. Being separated from James is tortuous for her, she misses him so much. And her father hides things from her, only giving her pieces of the truth, and this just makes their relationship that much harder. The plan devised to take down the monsters who created the Chosen Ones, and Tess hopes that it all goes accordingly, so they will have freedom and she will have James back too.
Tess has grown into such a wonderful heroine, so strong and doesn’t hesitate to question those who are charge. Especially her father, who by the way is an ass. She seemed to really come into her own in the end. We don’t get to see James until almost the end, but we get the letters he has been writing to Tess, they made him feel like he was there is person with her. They were so emotionally honest and sweet. Their romance between Tess and James was just as endearing as always, I just wish we had seen more of them together. Tess’s father was a mystery to me until the very end, and there were a few other characters that really surprised me in a good way.
The plot moves at a quick pace, with trained creatures that attacks their camp. And Chosen Ones who were sent to find Tess, and destroy the camps while doing it. There is death and heartache, and twists and turns weaved through it all. Little by little pieces of how the Chosen Ones and Naturals came to be was snuck in there, why woman die during childbirth, and maybe just maybe how to win the war. Truths behind the secrets that have been lurking since the beginning were exposed, and I think the best part was about the Chosen Ones, now that was a nice little twist. The ending was not what I was expecting or really hoping for, but it was a bittersweet one, and sitting back now, I understand the things that lead up the finale, and it was a perfect end to Tess’ story and those with her.
With strong and amazing characters, and a war torn world, this is a series that fans of dystopians don’t want to miss out on. Creators was a beautiful, thrilling, and emotional ending to the trilogy.
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September 4, 2016
When I agreed to review this book, I wanted to see if I could understand at least some of it without reading it’s predecessors. I feel that if you can start a book in the middle or end of a series/ trilogy, and it is good, then that is one good book. Creators lived up to that, seeing as I enjoyed reading it.
We start off with Tess who is trying to figure out what happened to her father (I didn’t read the previous book, but this picks up after that). They find refuge at a compound that Tess has been to before with Eric and McNair. Finding out that her sister, Louisa, is pregnant makes Tess all kinds of freaked out because apparently that is forbidden(?) in their world. Again, I had no idea what to expect regarding these characters and this world they live in. Tess makes for a great heroine to me, simply because she tries to do the right thing by fighting for their freedom.
I didn’t like her father at all. He was too keen on exacting revenge, while Tess wanted to fight for different, honorable reasons. I really can’t say too much about James character. I only got to know him through the letters that he penned to his love, and he seems likable. So to my surprise, I felt kinda bad by the end of this book. I can’t say it was a good or bad ending to this trilogy, because I’m clueless about the series as a whole, as to just this last book.
I now have to go back and read the first two later, so expect an update to this review. It is a good book and I very much enjoyed reading it. It goes to say that if I plan on going back to read previous books in a series, then the author did her job. I’M SOLD!! I would recommend this to readers that love YA/Dystopia. Please read them in order though, that way you can enjoy the series as a whole.
We start off with Tess who is trying to figure out what happened to her father (I didn’t read the previous book, but this picks up after that). They find refuge at a compound that Tess has been to before with Eric and McNair. Finding out that her sister, Louisa, is pregnant makes Tess all kinds of freaked out because apparently that is forbidden(?) in their world. Again, I had no idea what to expect regarding these characters and this world they live in. Tess makes for a great heroine to me, simply because she tries to do the right thing by fighting for their freedom.
I didn’t like her father at all. He was too keen on exacting revenge, while Tess wanted to fight for different, honorable reasons. I really can’t say too much about James character. I only got to know him through the letters that he penned to his love, and he seems likable. So to my surprise, I felt kinda bad by the end of this book. I can’t say it was a good or bad ending to this trilogy, because I’m clueless about the series as a whole, as to just this last book.
I now have to go back and read the first two later, so expect an update to this review. It is a good book and I very much enjoyed reading it. It goes to say that if I plan on going back to read previous books in a series, then the author did her job. I’M SOLD!! I would recommend this to readers that love YA/Dystopia. Please read them in order though, that way you can enjoy the series as a whole.
July 24, 2014
Oh. My. Wow! I am stunned and I think hungover by this trilogy! As a final installment in this series it was... EPIC! So much goes down and revelations turn it all on it's head.
Everything you thought you had figured out is put to the test in this book. I loved every second of this read!! And I cried! I cried hard and I am thinking I ugly cried for a few minutes too! Very gut wrenching but I think change is harsh and sacrifice is brave...
The plot is unique and very creative. I was pretty angry for alot of this read but it really is truly a great read. I love the characters and the ever twisting plot. I also easily imagined the world and got lost in it as well. I enjoyed reading this trilogy so much and will be buying these books for my kids to read as well. I will not spoil this book for you at all but I will say that you will not be disappointed by any book in the trilogy!
I recommend it several times over! Tess is brave and strong and vulnerable. She is the perfect balance of all I could ever hope for in an MC. And each supporting role in this book is emphasized well and easily believable no matter how depraved they are. I was thrown for a loop more than once and was definitely happy about the lack of predictability. It kept me hanging on every word until the very, very end!! I think I need to take a book break to process everything LOL! It was just so very good!!!
Everything you thought you had figured out is put to the test in this book. I loved every second of this read!! And I cried! I cried hard and I am thinking I ugly cried for a few minutes too! Very gut wrenching but I think change is harsh and sacrifice is brave...
The plot is unique and very creative. I was pretty angry for alot of this read but it really is truly a great read. I love the characters and the ever twisting plot. I also easily imagined the world and got lost in it as well. I enjoyed reading this trilogy so much and will be buying these books for my kids to read as well. I will not spoil this book for you at all but I will say that you will not be disappointed by any book in the trilogy!
I recommend it several times over! Tess is brave and strong and vulnerable. She is the perfect balance of all I could ever hope for in an MC. And each supporting role in this book is emphasized well and easily believable no matter how depraved they are. I was thrown for a loop more than once and was definitely happy about the lack of predictability. It kept me hanging on every word until the very, very end!! I think I need to take a book break to process everything LOL! It was just so very good!!!
April 17, 2014
A thrilling, unpredictable, and wonderful conclusion to a great series, Creators was a fantastic read. It was a perfect ending to the series and definitely doesn't disappoint. Really enjoyed this one.
Tess truly came into her own in this book. She decided that it was time for her to take charge of her own life and refused to let anyone else tell her differently. And, she certainly proved herself as a heroine. I thought she was wonderful in this book.
James was just as sweet. We don't see much of him, except from letters he wrote to Tess, but he was undoubtedly adorable. I still wish there had been more to his character. I wanted to see more depth to him, more fight, more life. But, I still found him wonderful.
The romance was sweet. It wasn't the focus of the book, but I really liked how, despite everything, Tess and James never doubted each other. They were a great couple.
The plot was fast paced and I was hooked the entire way through. There were tons of twists, and several secrets that I never saw coming. I really enjoyed the story and the ending was bittersweet. It was a perfect way to end the book, but, damn, it broke my heart.
Creators was a wonderful YA read. It was a perfect conclusion to a lovely series. From the thrills, to the secrets, to the unexpected twists, this book was fantastic. Fans of the series, you won't be disappointed with this conclusion.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
Tess truly came into her own in this book. She decided that it was time for her to take charge of her own life and refused to let anyone else tell her differently. And, she certainly proved herself as a heroine. I thought she was wonderful in this book.
James was just as sweet. We don't see much of him, except from letters he wrote to Tess, but he was undoubtedly adorable. I still wish there had been more to his character. I wanted to see more depth to him, more fight, more life. But, I still found him wonderful.
The romance was sweet. It wasn't the focus of the book, but I really liked how, despite everything, Tess and James never doubted each other. They were a great couple.
The plot was fast paced and I was hooked the entire way through. There were tons of twists, and several secrets that I never saw coming. I really enjoyed the story and the ending was bittersweet. It was a perfect way to end the book, but, damn, it broke my heart.
Creators was a wonderful YA read. It was a perfect conclusion to a lovely series. From the thrills, to the secrets, to the unexpected twists, this book was fantastic. Fans of the series, you won't be disappointed with this conclusion.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher in exchange for an honest review
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April 24, 2014I received a copy of this book via the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion in any way.
Well, THAT took me by surprise. Going into the first book, Chosen Ones, I wasn’t sure I was going to like this series. There wasn’t anything particularly bad about the book, I just got that “oh this is going to be like every other dystopian/post-apocalyptic book series I’ve read”. And yet, Tiffany Truitt was able to breathe life into a genre that has been done over and over again.
I’ve read another series with this same idea, but THIS series is the one I’ll remember. It was well written, full of surprising twists and turns, and just really captured my attention. In the first book, I was enraged by how women were treated. In the second book I was hella shocked by the cliffhanger of an end (and thankful I had book three to start rightthatmoment. And in book three, I was really excited by how everything turned out. This is a well done series and definitely worth your time.
See the rest of this review on Such a Novel Idea.
Well, THAT took me by surprise. Going into the first book, Chosen Ones, I wasn’t sure I was going to like this series. There wasn’t anything particularly bad about the book, I just got that “oh this is going to be like every other dystopian/post-apocalyptic book series I’ve read”. And yet, Tiffany Truitt was able to breathe life into a genre that has been done over and over again.
I’ve read another series with this same idea, but THIS series is the one I’ll remember. It was well written, full of surprising twists and turns, and just really captured my attention. In the first book, I was enraged by how women were treated. In the second book I was hella shocked by the cliffhanger of an end (and thankful I had book three to start rightthatmoment. And in book three, I was really excited by how everything turned out. This is a well done series and definitely worth your time.
See the rest of this review on Such a Novel Idea.
April 17, 2014
**I received this book for free from Edelweiss in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.**
*Genre* Young Adult Dystopian
*Rating* 3.5-4
*Full Thoughts Soon*
Creators is the finale to The Lost Souls trilogy. It is a story that I found to be a pleasantly, pleasing final novel with plenty of surprises, and action to keep me entertained right until the very last page.
More soon!
Expected publication: April 28th 2014 by Entangled Teen
*Genre* Young Adult Dystopian
*Rating* 3.5-4
*Full Thoughts Soon*
Creators is the finale to The Lost Souls trilogy. It is a story that I found to be a pleasantly, pleasing final novel with plenty of surprises, and action to keep me entertained right until the very last page.
More soon!
Expected publication: April 28th 2014 by Entangled Teen
June 3, 2015
Yesterday I finished Creators. It was a nice book, however a lot of characters die, which I didn't like so much. But well this comes with dystopia. What I missed was that when a battle actually happened we don't get any detailed description about it. We get to know only who died. What I loved was how Tess at the same time was vulnerable and strong. She let herself feel unlike some characters in other books who just shut down their emotions. I like the ending very much. Yes it is sad but still hopeful and hope is what every human needs today.
April 22, 2014
I want to give this book 2 stars for that ending. That wasn't right. But I did enjoy most everything before that.
Review coming soon.
Review coming soon.
February 10, 2021
I received this free eARC novel from NetGalley. This is my honest review.
So. Much. Death. I can't believe how many characters died in this one book. And the ending is just gut wrenching. Nothing got solved, the war wasn't won, yet the story is over. I feel a bit cheated and also like I wasted my time with these novels... I enjoyed the journey up until the ending and then I just felt...blah.
I liked that Tess became a woman who stood up for herself. The way they treated women in this book is despicable - I said that from book 1 - and it didn't get any better by the end of the series.
So I guess I'm glad I got this book off of my to read list, but I can't say it was an enjoyable experience overall. Because I'm left here unsatisfied after 3 books and wishing it could have ended differently.
So. Much. Death. I can't believe how many characters died in this one book. And the ending is just gut wrenching. Nothing got solved, the war wasn't won, yet the story is over. I feel a bit cheated and also like I wasted my time with these novels... I enjoyed the journey up until the ending and then I just felt...blah.
I liked that Tess became a woman who stood up for herself. The way they treated women in this book is despicable - I said that from book 1 - and it didn't get any better by the end of the series.
So I guess I'm glad I got this book off of my to read list, but I can't say it was an enjoyable experience overall. Because I'm left here unsatisfied after 3 books and wishing it could have ended differently.
April 6, 2018
This book was better then the second. But it took a while to get there. I figured out the ending pretty early on and i will admit I skimmed through some parts. This book series had so much potential but I found the main character so hard to like.
August 21, 2014
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Thanks to YA Bound for providing this copy for review, for the blog tour
An explosive and emotional ending to the Lost Souls Trilogy. The finale leaves you shocked and content with how the series ends.
4.5...
NO WAY!! I can’t believe the lead up to the final moments in this book (& the series)
I am seriously lost for words at everything that happened. The ending to the series was PERFECT. I honestly couldn’t ask for more in a series and in an ending, and there is honestly nothing that was missing from this series, or from this last book.
Ok, once again, I’m going to try to refrain from spoilers, because this is the last in the trilogy. Firstly, before I continue on with the review:
YOU NEED TO READ THIS SERIES! IT’S AH-MAZING! SERIOUSLY.
We get straight into this from where, Naturals ended. Although, it is a little slow in some parts throughout, it picks up straight away and we are thrown into heartbreak and trauma until the very end. Even though, Tess is unsure at times if she should trust her father or not, I 100% put him in the same boat as Henry. These two are so frustrating, I swear. But, honestly, I wouldn’t want them out of the book. The shocking things that happen, and all the secrets and lies, would not be the same if these two arseholes weren’t in this book (or series).
Everything that this book leads up to is completely unpredictable to me. I honestly didn’t expect any of it to happen, and I was wide eyed as it did! The Henry thing was the biggest shock at the end, and then it was what they actually did do that stopped the Council, then James, and finally, it was Louisa in the epilogue.
Even though we start to see less and less of Louisa in this book as it continues on, she is the character that transforms the most, and we see that in the epilogue (she reminds me so much of Tess in that bit!!). I predicted and hoped with her relationship from the start, and it’s so cute tehehehe. Tess is really emotional in this book, more so in the constant change of emotions than anything else. But on both sides, her light and her dark, I connected with her more in this book than I would have ever thought. James! I can’t believe it, I just... no! I don’t even want to believe what is happening. This is not real. This is not real. This is not real. This is not real.......
I absolutely love the epilogue. It sums everything up perfectly, as well as what could be the future. I can’t help but be curious as to what happens (and what place it actually is that they are going to). I was so happy for Tess in this part, I was hoping constantly throughout this novel that it would happen, AND IT DID!! *happy dancing in confetti*
This series is definitely one that is not to be missed. It has everything you need, and everything that you want in a great dystopian series! It’s completely original, and utterly captivating. Well done Ms Truitt, well done.
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An explosive and emotional ending to the Lost Souls Trilogy. The finale leaves you shocked and content with how the series ends.
4.5...
NO WAY!! I can’t believe the lead up to the final moments in this book (& the series)
I am seriously lost for words at everything that happened. The ending to the series was PERFECT. I honestly couldn’t ask for more in a series and in an ending, and there is honestly nothing that was missing from this series, or from this last book.
Ok, once again, I’m going to try to refrain from spoilers, because this is the last in the trilogy. Firstly, before I continue on with the review:
YOU NEED TO READ THIS SERIES! IT’S AH-MAZING! SERIOUSLY.
We get straight into this from where, Naturals ended. Although, it is a little slow in some parts throughout, it picks up straight away and we are thrown into heartbreak and trauma until the very end. Even though, Tess is unsure at times if she should trust her father or not, I 100% put him in the same boat as Henry. These two are so frustrating, I swear. But, honestly, I wouldn’t want them out of the book. The shocking things that happen, and all the secrets and lies, would not be the same if these two arseholes weren’t in this book (or series).
Everything that this book leads up to is completely unpredictable to me. I honestly didn’t expect any of it to happen, and I was wide eyed as it did! The Henry thing was the biggest shock at the end, and then it was what they actually did do that stopped the Council, then James, and finally, it was Louisa in the epilogue.
Even though we start to see less and less of Louisa in this book as it continues on, she is the character that transforms the most, and we see that in the epilogue (she reminds me so much of Tess in that bit!!). I predicted and hoped with her relationship from the start, and it’s so cute tehehehe. Tess is really emotional in this book, more so in the constant change of emotions than anything else. But on both sides, her light and her dark, I connected with her more in this book than I would have ever thought. James! I can’t believe it, I just... no! I don’t even want to believe what is happening. This is not real. This is not real. This is not real. This is not real.......
I absolutely love the epilogue. It sums everything up perfectly, as well as what could be the future. I can’t help but be curious as to what happens (and what place it actually is that they are going to). I was so happy for Tess in this part, I was hoping constantly throughout this novel that it would happen, AND IT DID!! *happy dancing in confetti*
This series is definitely one that is not to be missed. It has everything you need, and everything that you want in a great dystopian series! It’s completely original, and utterly captivating. Well done Ms Truitt, well done.
January 5, 2015
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I have a love hate relationship with series conclusions. I will ALWAYS want to know what happens next when I read a book. When I picked up Chosen Ones 2 and a half years ago, I knew I would read this series until its completion. Chosen Ones was such an incredible read. It had the forbidden romance, the defying of government, the people with amazing unbelievable powers... I remember reading it in little to no time & then telling everyone I knew that they had to read it. As the series has gone on, I have come to fall in love with the characters from this story. So it is really hard to say goodbye to any of them.
When we left off in Naturals, Tess was traveling to meet with George (the crazy Chosen One from Templeton who had tried to hurt her at every turn) who had her sister Louisa held captive. The Isolationists had just kicked her and her rag tag team of Naturals out of their compound. When they arrive, Tess discovers that Louisa is pregnant with George's child. George will only exchange Louisa for James (the Chosen One that Tess is in love with).
In the beginning of Creators, we are left with a distraught Louisa, who thought George was in love with her (turns out he was only using her... besides her, anyone could have guessed that), a distraught Tess (she has just lost the man she loves), and SURPRISE... their father back from the dead? Charlie, their father had run away from their home many years ago, because he didn't want to see what would become of his family under the rules of the Chosen Ones. He is now the head of the Rebellion. Together they head back to the Isolationists compound.
This book seemed much more rushed that the prior 2, but I think so many conclusions seem rushed lately. I know the hip thing to do is write a Trilogy, but why not a Quartet? Tetralogy? Whatever its called, four books are better than 3. Maybe so many characters would not have had to die if more could have been written? Yes, MANY MANY characters die. Including 3 or 4 I really loved. It breaks my heart knowing that some of them will never find happiness in the nether world.
One thing I really did not like was the direction Truitt went with both Charlie (their father) and Henry. Both ended up being vile people only out for Revenge. I could have imagined a much happier ending for either of them. But alas, not all endings can be happy!
If you enjoy a great dystopian tale, check out the Lost Souls series by Tiffany Truitt. Although there is a lot of sadness, there is a lot of joy and adventure throughout the story!
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I have a love hate relationship with series conclusions. I will ALWAYS want to know what happens next when I read a book. When I picked up Chosen Ones 2 and a half years ago, I knew I would read this series until its completion. Chosen Ones was such an incredible read. It had the forbidden romance, the defying of government, the people with amazing unbelievable powers... I remember reading it in little to no time & then telling everyone I knew that they had to read it. As the series has gone on, I have come to fall in love with the characters from this story. So it is really hard to say goodbye to any of them.
When we left off in Naturals, Tess was traveling to meet with George (the crazy Chosen One from Templeton who had tried to hurt her at every turn) who had her sister Louisa held captive. The Isolationists had just kicked her and her rag tag team of Naturals out of their compound. When they arrive, Tess discovers that Louisa is pregnant with George's child. George will only exchange Louisa for James (the Chosen One that Tess is in love with).
In the beginning of Creators, we are left with a distraught Louisa, who thought George was in love with her (turns out he was only using her... besides her, anyone could have guessed that), a distraught Tess (she has just lost the man she loves), and SURPRISE... their father back from the dead? Charlie, their father had run away from their home many years ago, because he didn't want to see what would become of his family under the rules of the Chosen Ones. He is now the head of the Rebellion. Together they head back to the Isolationists compound.
This book seemed much more rushed that the prior 2, but I think so many conclusions seem rushed lately. I know the hip thing to do is write a Trilogy, but why not a Quartet? Tetralogy? Whatever its called, four books are better than 3. Maybe so many characters would not have had to die if more could have been written? Yes, MANY MANY characters die. Including 3 or 4 I really loved. It breaks my heart knowing that some of them will never find happiness in the nether world.
One thing I really did not like was the direction Truitt went with both Charlie (their father) and Henry. Both ended up being vile people only out for Revenge. I could have imagined a much happier ending for either of them. But alas, not all endings can be happy!
If you enjoy a great dystopian tale, check out the Lost Souls series by Tiffany Truitt. Although there is a lot of sadness, there is a lot of joy and adventure throughout the story!
December 17, 2014
Creators is a pretty great ending to this trilogy! It did drag in places, but I found the end quite spectacular, since I didn’t expect it. It’s an outcome that many authors tend to shy away from, so it was sad, but a nice change that still fit the story. It picks up immediately where Naturals left off, with Tess facing her father. It’s not exactly a heartfelt reunion, since he’s not the man she remembers, and she’s no longer a little girl. Of course, he’s the head of the revolution, and that is much more important to him than his daughters. Tess is naturally hurt, but she wants to fight. She wants peace...and James.
The beginning of Creators is a lot of talking and planning for the upcoming battle. Tess is struggling to remember who she is, while having to adapt to a more wild and violent world. She also misses James, but she’s able to exchange a few letters with him thanks to her father’s inside men. However, once things get going, there’s a lot of action and blood! It’s quite dire, but then there’s phase two which brings Tess right to the heart of the Council.
I did have a few problems with Creators. They’re quite minor, but still nagged at me. The first was Tess all of a sudden freaking out over being a “freak” because she was immune to the virus that makes woman die during childbirth. Isn’t that a good thing? And it’s not like she’s something supernatural, it’s just biology! Second, I wanted more answers about this virus and why women are hated so much! It also didn’t make sense to me that women who could have children were being auctioned off, if the whole idea was to be rid of natural born humans and have the chosen ones take over. Finally, something super awful happens to James and I was preparing for some emotional stuff with Tess, but it’s resolved in literally no time. So disappointing.
Aside from those complaints, I did think Creators was the best of the series. I love that the author took a risk with the ending. It was believable and emotional, and while I didn’t “like” it I’m glad she stuck with it. The epilogue does provide a nice bit of closure, but it also leaves some things open. Spin off? Please.
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The beginning of Creators is a lot of talking and planning for the upcoming battle. Tess is struggling to remember who she is, while having to adapt to a more wild and violent world. She also misses James, but she’s able to exchange a few letters with him thanks to her father’s inside men. However, once things get going, there’s a lot of action and blood! It’s quite dire, but then there’s phase two which brings Tess right to the heart of the Council.
I did have a few problems with Creators. They’re quite minor, but still nagged at me. The first was Tess all of a sudden freaking out over being a “freak” because she was immune to the virus that makes woman die during childbirth. Isn’t that a good thing? And it’s not like she’s something supernatural, it’s just biology! Second, I wanted more answers about this virus and why women are hated so much! It also didn’t make sense to me that women who could have children were being auctioned off, if the whole idea was to be rid of natural born humans and have the chosen ones take over. Finally, something super awful happens to James and I was preparing for some emotional stuff with Tess, but it’s resolved in literally no time. So disappointing.
Aside from those complaints, I did think Creators was the best of the series. I love that the author took a risk with the ending. It was believable and emotional, and while I didn’t “like” it I’m glad she stuck with it. The epilogue does provide a nice bit of closure, but it also leaves some things open. Spin off? Please.
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July 12, 2014
Goodreads Synopsis: The dramatic conclusion to the Lost Souls trilogy, which answers readers’ questions and finally pits natural Tess against the true enemies of Templeton, the creators
Heartbroken but more determined than ever after a tense showdown in the woods, sixteen-year-old Tess once again returns to the safety of her community of Isolationists. Bolstered by new alliances and desperate to protect those she loves, this time she knows she can return stronger and more powerful than ever to take back what is hers. As she trains in combat and grows more confident, Tess receives beautiful letters penned by her forbidden love, the chosen one James, from his prison in Templeton. He is now serving as a bodyguard to the creators-the team of scientists who created artificial life in the first place. And what he has discovered about the true origin of the illness that halted natural life could change everything. Enemy will become ally and death will bring new hope in this stunning conclusion to Tiffany Truitt's epic Lost Souls trilogy.
My Review: Okay, there might have been a little bit of a mix up. When I requested this book on netgalley, I was not aware that it was the last book of a trilogy... I think I might have skimmed the book description... Anyways. Whatever. That's fine. Maybe I'll get around to reading the other two books one of these days. It was an okay book. It would have been awesome, I'm sure, but because I started at the last book, I couldn't get into it. I didn't know the characters, and I didn't know what the world was like. So that's my problem with the book. It was a little twitchy for me, though that also may have been because I couldn't get into it. The story kept progressing so quickly, sometimes I couldn't keep up because again, I didn't know the characters. Those are my only problems. It seemed like an awesome book if I knew what was going on, but I just couldn't get into it. Maybe if I read the whole series one day I'll re-review this. Thanks for reading!
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Heartbroken but more determined than ever after a tense showdown in the woods, sixteen-year-old Tess once again returns to the safety of her community of Isolationists. Bolstered by new alliances and desperate to protect those she loves, this time she knows she can return stronger and more powerful than ever to take back what is hers. As she trains in combat and grows more confident, Tess receives beautiful letters penned by her forbidden love, the chosen one James, from his prison in Templeton. He is now serving as a bodyguard to the creators-the team of scientists who created artificial life in the first place. And what he has discovered about the true origin of the illness that halted natural life could change everything. Enemy will become ally and death will bring new hope in this stunning conclusion to Tiffany Truitt's epic Lost Souls trilogy.
My Review: Okay, there might have been a little bit of a mix up. When I requested this book on netgalley, I was not aware that it was the last book of a trilogy... I think I might have skimmed the book description... Anyways. Whatever. That's fine. Maybe I'll get around to reading the other two books one of these days. It was an okay book. It would have been awesome, I'm sure, but because I started at the last book, I couldn't get into it. I didn't know the characters, and I didn't know what the world was like. So that's my problem with the book. It was a little twitchy for me, though that also may have been because I couldn't get into it. The story kept progressing so quickly, sometimes I couldn't keep up because again, I didn't know the characters. Those are my only problems. It seemed like an awesome book if I knew what was going on, but I just couldn't get into it. Maybe if I read the whole series one day I'll re-review this. Thanks for reading!
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August 13, 2016Creators, the third book in Tiffany Truitt's dystopian saga of love, loss, and survival, Tess' story delves further into questions that matter not only to a young woman trying to survive in a world that has decided her kind is worth less than nothing, but resound in modern daily life as well: what does it mean to be a family, what makes someone human, how does love change a person, and what exactly is this thing called womanhood, and how can or should it define one. Interestingly, Creators probes myriad faces of womanhood from political, emotional, and social perspectives, all within the context of a world in which pregnancy, as often as not, is a death sentence.
As with many books that deal with women's sexual roles set in post apocalyptic patriarcal dystopias, Creators deals heavily with issues of bodily autonomy, reproductive rights, and consent in a way that, at times, reminds me of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale. Truitt has an interesting way of addressing the social programming and propaganda that conditions people who are systematically being abused into not even realizing they're being abused through the kind of rape culture Tess observes as a direct result of the health crisis facing pregnant women in Tess' world. In dealing with Tess and her father's relationship, it put me in mind of Dearly Departed, while raising the question, once again, at what point does one's responsibility to one's blood family stop, and their wider responsibility to one's species begin? Aside from the social justice issues which permeate Creators, Truitt writes with momentum and energy, propelling the story from one confrontation to the next.
Of course, as Creators is the third book in the Lost Souls trilogy, you'll want to start with Chosen Ones, work your way through Naturals, and finish with the unexpected and rather breathless plot twists in Creators. Yes, I'm admitting that I was surprised, and it was good to be surprised.
As with many books that deal with women's sexual roles set in post apocalyptic patriarcal dystopias, Creators deals heavily with issues of bodily autonomy, reproductive rights, and consent in a way that, at times, reminds me of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale. Truitt has an interesting way of addressing the social programming and propaganda that conditions people who are systematically being abused into not even realizing they're being abused through the kind of rape culture Tess observes as a direct result of the health crisis facing pregnant women in Tess' world. In dealing with Tess and her father's relationship, it put me in mind of Dearly Departed, while raising the question, once again, at what point does one's responsibility to one's blood family stop, and their wider responsibility to one's species begin? Aside from the social justice issues which permeate Creators, Truitt writes with momentum and energy, propelling the story from one confrontation to the next.
Of course, as Creators is the third book in the Lost Souls trilogy, you'll want to start with Chosen Ones, work your way through Naturals, and finish with the unexpected and rather breathless plot twists in Creators. Yes, I'm admitting that I was surprised, and it was good to be surprised.
August 14, 2016
Warning: This review contains spoilers.
I want to start off by saying although I did not enjoy the third book in this trilogy, I greatly enjoyed the first book. I found myself enthralled by the world and the characters in Chosen Ones . Specifically, I enjoyed watching the relationship between Tess and James grow. The usage of quotes from Frankenstein was very well implemented, and I really felt a connection between these characters. That being said, I don't understand why the author just decided to in creators . This of course is very subjective on my part, and I understand that some individuals may be satisfied with this ending.
Although I read other reviews prior to reading this book that complained about the ending, I still wanted to read the book for myself, to see if the third book made up for the mediocre second book. Sadly, I found the last book to be the worst in the series. Not solely because of the ending, but because the issue of rape seemed to come up constantly, at least very often, in this third book. While rape is an important issue, it does not make for the most pleasant read necessarily. Overall, I cannot think of many things I actually enjoyed about this book . If you are like me and enjoyed the first book primarily due to James and Tess, then I do not recommend reading this book, as you will most likely feel disappointed. In the end a world without is not a world I care to imagine.
I want to start off by saying although I did not enjoy the third book in this trilogy, I greatly enjoyed the first book. I found myself enthralled by the world and the characters in Chosen Ones . Specifically, I enjoyed watching the relationship between Tess and James grow. The usage of quotes from Frankenstein was very well implemented, and I really felt a connection between these characters. That being said, I don't understand why the author just decided to in creators . This of course is very subjective on my part, and I understand that some individuals may be satisfied with this ending.
Although I read other reviews prior to reading this book that complained about the ending, I still wanted to read the book for myself, to see if the third book made up for the mediocre second book. Sadly, I found the last book to be the worst in the series. Not solely because of the ending, but because the issue of rape seemed to come up constantly, at least very often, in this third book. While rape is an important issue, it does not make for the most pleasant read necessarily. Overall, I cannot think of many things I actually enjoyed about this book . If you are like me and enjoyed the first book primarily due to James and Tess, then I do not recommend reading this book, as you will most likely feel disappointed. In the end a world without is not a world I care to imagine.
April 19, 2014
This is the final book in the lost souls series and wow.......not sure what to say. I just finished reading the book and I am filled with so many emotions.
It begins where the second book left off. Tess is now with her father and is trying to figure out what happened to him and how he is there. They need to find a place to stay and eventually, they end up at the compound where Tess, Henry, and Robert went to with Eric and McNair. Tess is missing James and is able to write to him as he is also able to write to her. We only really see James's letters to Tess and they just left me heartbroken. What he went through and how much he truly loved her....you just felt that in those letters.
A plan is put together and Tess is only partly aware but in the end, she has to return to the people who originally branded her and created these monsters that are out destroying the world. She also has to deal with George and figuring out how to get to James and who to trust through all of this.
The ending.....well, I dont have a lot of words. I completely broke down and cried. It was heart wrenching and made me very sad, but I didn't hate it. I didn't exactly love it and of course, I woukd have liked a happier ending, but I guess I understand.
This was a wonderful series abd I look forward to other books written by Truitt. She did an amazing job with this series....it had action, romance, great characters and great storylines, she kept you guessing and wondering what would happen next. I truly recommend this series to people who enjoy dystopian type novels...this series is a bit different though and that is what makes this a great series!
It begins where the second book left off. Tess is now with her father and is trying to figure out what happened to him and how he is there. They need to find a place to stay and eventually, they end up at the compound where Tess, Henry, and Robert went to with Eric and McNair. Tess is missing James and is able to write to him as he is also able to write to her. We only really see James's letters to Tess and they just left me heartbroken. What he went through and how much he truly loved her....you just felt that in those letters.
A plan is put together and Tess is only partly aware but in the end, she has to return to the people who originally branded her and created these monsters that are out destroying the world. She also has to deal with George and figuring out how to get to James and who to trust through all of this.
The ending.....well, I dont have a lot of words. I completely broke down and cried. It was heart wrenching and made me very sad, but I didn't hate it. I didn't exactly love it and of course, I woukd have liked a happier ending, but I guess I understand.
This was a wonderful series abd I look forward to other books written by Truitt. She did an amazing job with this series....it had action, romance, great characters and great storylines, she kept you guessing and wondering what would happen next. I truly recommend this series to people who enjoy dystopian type novels...this series is a bit different though and that is what makes this a great series!
October 25, 2014
Another great book which wraps up the series really well. I loved not just the cover but the book. Hell I really enjoyed the series. It's different, and fast and.... yeah it blew me away.
If you want a fast paced, book this is the one for you. Hell the whole series is. Start from the beginning and spend the afternoon, or a few days reading till the end and then you will see what I mean.
Tess really stood out in this book. She took charge of her life and refused to let anyone tell her what to do. She proved herself. James is cute, and sweet. In this book we hardly see much of him. He writes letters to Tess which are cute.
The romance wasn't very strong in this book. It was there but it wasn't the focus if you get what I mean. But there was no doubt in my mind they were a couple.
The world building is strong, and in-depth. Awesome.
A great book to close the series. A must read!!!!
If you want a fast paced, book this is the one for you. Hell the whole series is. Start from the beginning and spend the afternoon, or a few days reading till the end and then you will see what I mean.
Tess really stood out in this book. She took charge of her life and refused to let anyone tell her what to do. She proved herself. James is cute, and sweet. In this book we hardly see much of him. He writes letters to Tess which are cute.
The romance wasn't very strong in this book. It was there but it wasn't the focus if you get what I mean. But there was no doubt in my mind they were a couple.
The world building is strong, and in-depth. Awesome.
A great book to close the series. A must read!!!!
August 9, 2016
I really liked this series in general and this last one was great. I think that it left a little open of imagination and I personally love that about a book. However, I feel like maybe a little more depth in the whole ending would have been good, I feel it left us wondering what happened. The epilogue explains some but I still was left with a little hole that was not yet completed.
Great cover, great story line, and over all good writing.
Thanks Tiffany Truitt.
Great cover, great story line, and over all good writing.
Thanks Tiffany Truitt.
August 18, 2014
I found this to be completely predictable and annoying. The timeline was jumpy and hard to follow at times. Tess was annoying being her usual whiney self. I found most of it to be pointless to the story line. The ending was crap. And its not the only reason i didn't like this book. I really enjoyed the first two but I hated this one.
May 12, 2014
I thought that this book was really fun and interesting. It's flying under the radar but should be brought alight. It's a good story plot and great characters. The main characters were interesting and not annoying. Although I was upset that this was the third book and I had yet to read the others and didn't know it was until I already started to read it lol
September 12, 2016
WTF?! After all that running around and "I love James so much" whining she ends it like that? Less than half way through I felt like skipping to the end just to get it over with but didn't. Should have.
May 16, 2014
Such a great ending to the trilogy. Everything that I was missing in the second book was here and it all makes sense now. Just finished it and I'm not sure what else to say but wow. Great job Tiffany! Can't wait to see what else you do.
May 19, 2016
The first person pov started getting to me in the second book, so by the third one, I was sort of skimming in order to avoid being annoyed into a dnf. That said, the drawn out storyline was finally resolved, albeit in a very sad way.
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