A review by bookworm_630
The Dark Shore by Kevin Emerson

4.0

I thought I would have to reread The Lost Code before diving into The Dark Shore, since it's been over a year since I read it, but I fell right back into the story. It picks up right where we left: Leech, Lilly, and Owen are flying away from EdenWest, woefully unprepared for the world outside the dome. I liked this book even better than the first, as the action started from the first page and there was a tension that ran through the entire book. I was never sure who could be trusted, and there were a few turns and twists that were entirely unexpected. More of the mystery surrounding the Atlanteans is revealed, but so many questions remain. Owen grows up quite a bit through the story, his thoughts and actions correspond more with an older teen, a 15 or 16 year old, rather than the 13 year old he seemed to be in the last book. Leech really shines in parts this story and is given a chance to develop more than just his bratty bully persona. Lilly also becomes more of a well-rounded, fully-developed character, which is nice to see. I'm more likely than ever to recommend this series to teens looking for an action-adventure series to read over the summer, especially if they've shown an interest in mythology, Atlantis, or dystopias.