Gregor And The Curse Of The Warmbloods (Underland Chronicles, Book 3)

My son and I just finished this book. It's the third in the Underland Chronicles. We've been reading the books since the first one; now we have two left to go. Anyway, my son says his favorite so far is the first book, Gregor the Overlander, but we both agree that THIS book—so far—has the best prophecy. He rated it five stars. The entire book is excellent, but the last few chapters were mesmerizing. We stayed up well past his bedtime last night, finishing it. We just could not put the book down!One of the main aspects that I love about this series is that the main character, Gregor, is a little black boy from a low-income family in New York City. It's so unusual, especially when you consider that the author is a white female. As my son and I read this book, we had discussions about real-life issues. I tell him, just like Gregor did at one point in the story, some kids do have water for breakfast, and some boys only have one pair of shoes like Gregor does. I love making him aware of these real-world issues; I think it is essential to his becoming a kind and considerate, empathetic member of society.Anyway, these books are fantastic! Ms. Collins has terrific talent; I am completely awed by her ability to weave a story that enraptures one. Needless to say, I highly recommend this book, and indeed the entire series. Happy reading!

This book in Collins's series continues to offer readers a fast-paced, suspenseful, and gripping plot. The reader is compelled forward as the characters engage one crisis after another. It truly is a very enjoyable experience. However, I continue to have two problems with this series. First, the age of the main character diminishes the ability of the reader to accept the text unquestioningly. The character's age interferes with the reader's ability to suspend disbelief. At 11, Gregor is physically and emotionally unable to do what his creator requires of him. Collins even openly addresses the age issue in the text, but she offers no resolution to the problem because there can be none. Second, readers must be mature enough to handle the very graphic nature of several aspects of the text. The plague descriptions, the trip through the jungle, and the battle with the ants are the three plot points that are unsuited to readers who are the age of the main character. I will continue to recommend this text to my adult friends, but I will caution those with children to consider the maturity of their impressionable youth before handing it over to them. The bottom line is that Gregor should be at least 13 and his readers should be as well.

The adventure is out of this world! Well, actually it is under this world - under New York City, to be exact. As in the first two books, there's a death-defying quest. And, there is death along the way, but also discovery and two resurrections of long lost friends.Gregor, our young, but old for his eleven years, hero, once again follows his heart and head to put the clues together to solve 'The Curse of the Warmbloods.' Suzanne Collins has created a hero whose character, strengths AND weaknesses combine to make a truly fun and pertinent story for this time in our own history!

I loved this YA book! I'm 55 years old and like sci fi and fantasy. When I read the small summary it sounded really fun. But it is for young adults. The primary character is an 11years old boy though he acts like a16years old who's very responsible for his age! His adventures underground w giant rats, bats, and cockroaches are fast-paced and packed with emotion. The relationship with his little three years old sister is hilarious. She has a positive effect on everyone, and ends up being cared for by all, even from the supposed enemy. If you enjoy a good dystopian adventure that's easy to read you'll love this!!!

Gregor and Boots return to the Underland, this time along with their mother. Gregor has been studying the Prophecy of Blood, but is having trouble understanding and deciphering this one. A terrible plague is killing the Underland’s warmblooded creatures. When their mom contracts the plague, Gregor the Warrior and Boots the Princess have no choice but to join the ill-fated group on a quest to find a field of Starshade, believed to be the cure to the Plague.This third book in the Gregor the Overlander series was just as good as the previous two. I read it out loud to my 9 and 7 year old boys and, once again, they were begging me to buy the next book as soon as we finished this one. These books are deceptively simple. On the surface they seem like just a nice fantasy story about giant creatures and humans who live under the earth, but when you start thinking about them, they are really about so much more. The boys are understanding some of the deeper meanings and have had good conversations about them. There are some disturbing bits in this one, such as how a rat dies and also the loss of two characters in battle. Most disturbing is the ultimate meaning of the Prophecy. I highly recommend reading Gregor And The Curse Of The Warmbloods.

A great series that on paper you might think wouldn’t work. All the animals / insects that people usually fear/ are averse to are shown in a new light ( Think friendly , loving cockroaches and the loyal bats ) this series follows one boy who thinks himself unimportant, living a sometimes difficult life. As the series develops we see the main character grow in confidence, find and fulfil prophecies ,which are life changing , and ends with his finding himself. A reminder that family comes in all shapes and sizes and that we are defined by our choices in life.

I loved the Hunger Games and was interested to see what other books Suzanne Collins had written. Initially I was put off buying this book as it seemed to be aimed at a much younger audience, however I took a chance and am so pleased that I did! This book was excellent! Beautifully written and I adored the characters of Temp and Boots and the wonderful relationship they shared. This book made me laugh but also kept me up at night as I couldn't wait to find out what happened in the next chapter. I will definitely be reading all the books in this series and can not recommend it enough. Great read for all ages.

Read the Hunger Games series first & bought this to read more by the same author. To my surprise & pleasingly found this series much better, more inventive and really wanted to see where the series sent. Well worth reading the series in order.

I stumbled on the Overland Chronicles by pure chance and decided to read it to my 10 year old son each night before bed. He enjoyed it so much that he took up the book and read it within a few days. He was hooked and has enoyed this chronicle just as much. He has never read very much before and it is just oh so refreshing to find such a well written book which has truly captivated my son from the first to the last word. He has now read all the books in this series and wishes there were more. I would really recommend this book for the author has created a fantasy world full of enthralling characters that many children will adore.

Excellent Product - Super price!! Highly recommend. Gift for nephew who loved it!