Elements (The Biodome Chronicles series Book 2)

I have to know how this all ends -- this is one series of books that I can't seem to figure out where they're headed -- each new "twist" is a surprise (at least to me) . . .The books seems to go on and on for the first half-ish -- but once it picks up, it really picks up. I seriously could not put it down for the last third of the book. Twists and revelations galore.I've just purchased book 3 -- and can't wait to see how this all ends.

Jesikah Sundin has done it again. Book 2 in the Biodome Chronicles captured me just as much as book 1. I usually don’t read squeals, but after Legacy, I had to know what happens between Fillion and Willow.Elements is as original and detailed as Legacy. Fillion enters the biodome and experiences a bizarre, simple place that is nothing like his fast-paced modern world of the 2050s. At the same time, Coal leaves the safety of the biodome and enters the real world with shocking discoveries. The novel wonderfully contrasts the two worlds through each character’s experience. Not only are the details of the opposing worlds fascinating to read about, but each character also finds love with a girl from that world. ‘Opposites attract’ comes into play in the fabulously written love stories. In their new settings, the young men are exposed to the corruption that threatens the biodome community. Things are not as they seem and it takes courage to save those they love from injustice and danger.Just like Legacy, I felt like I was actually there with the characters. Sundin knows how to write! With mystery, love, deception and just an intelligently crafted story, Elements a great read!

I’ve always had a fear of reading sequels. Most of the ones I’ve read ended up disappointing me, others were not as good as the first book in the series. You’d rarely get that one book that is better than its predecessor. I’m happy to let you know that Elements is one of those rare exceptions. Now, this is all my opinion. Some of you might not agree, but I’ll try to justify myself as best as I can.I was afraid I’d end up not liking Elements so much. You can blame all those cheap Young Adult books I’ve read over the years. I was expecting a lot of drama revolving the love triangle, scandal over scandal because of Willow and Fillion’s attraction, and possibly a predictable cliffhanger ending. Well, Jesikah proving me wrong is an understatement.The story was awesome, almost no predictability whatsoever. There still was a cliffhanger (grrrr I hate my life!) but it was a very nicely built and intense one. Is this good? Is it bad? Maybe bad because now I need book 3 and I got nothing. Otherwise it was a very good punch in the gut. I took it like a champ. Mostly.Willow and Fillion didn’t get as much romance as I was expecting, but I think that can be considered a good thing. There’s always that point in a romance where the characters get together and pretty much lose their spark. Things between them get normal, and boring, a tad too fast. So I guess Willion (omg I can’t believe I’m doing the name merge thing, blame my laziness) getting a bit less screen time than expected served into keeping the romance tensed and still interesting.Now for the big part. The Unholy Triangle. Did it suck? Did Guy #2 die in order to save Girl, leaving an open road for Guy #1 to be forever and ever with Girl?Nah, that would be silly, wouldn’t it?WOULDN’T IT??!Guy #2, aka Coal, aka Mr. Awesome ended up becoming one of my favorite characters in the series. I know, I keep on adding more and more people to that list. But did the guy change! I’m speechless. I won’t spoil anything, but trust me when I say there’s no place like a book without a damn love triangle. That is all.We also got a closer glimpse at the Outside world through the eyes of (Mr. Six Pack) Awesome, which was a very nice change from the peaceful New Eden, a lot more character development and a damn unpredictable book #3 setup.Did I mention the pain that the cliffhanger caused me? No?READ IT. And then PM me so that we can fangirl about it together.

This sequel to Legacy was amazing. There is just so much about this book that made it impossible to put down. The author is skilled with imagery, and there were plenty of times I felt I was seeing through the characters' eyes. Character development was great, and I really felt myself connecting to the characters (although Coal is definitely my favorite). I can't wait to read Transitions, and hopefully, the 3rd novel will be released soon. These books are great, and I'm so glad I discovered this author.

This review is very late and I apologize greatly for that. Honestly, I thought I had posted one but it doesn't look that way after another read through of the book on my Kindle.Anyways, I absolutely loved this book so much. Even more so than the first, LEGACY.So much character development and interaction that wasn't possible in the first.The author's prose and descriptive writing just invite you in and you never want to leave New Eden.I wholeheartedly recommend ELEMENTS, Book Two, in The Biodome Chronicles :)Happy reading!

I read all 3.5 of the Biodome books in two and a half weeks. Let's just say that's a LOT of pages to fit around work and life and responsibilities. I even cancelled a few things to keep reading! I just couldn't put them down and got more and more invested in the characters and where it was headed. I loved the mashup of the medieval world juxtaposed right next to future technology. Loved how the characters grew through the series, especially Willow. I recommend these books for sure. Will definitely read other books by this author happily.

Surprise! A second book in a series that is better than the first! That so rarely happens. I love trilogies and books in a long series, but always dread reading book 2. Rarely I even read a series that isn't finished anymore BECAUSE of the disappointment of middle books (and the risk of the series not ending or it taking decades to finish). Glad I broke my own rules on this one. The story is fun to read and entirely engrossing. If you didn't entirely fall in love with Legacy, take a chance on Elements... you will not be disappointed.

Like many readers I was anxious of the sequel to an already good book. However, Sundin quenches these fears by using the foundations and story of Elements to weave a more intricate plot with more interesting characters the readers can connect with.In this book we discover more romances that I personally found more entertaining than Fillion and Willow from book 1 (Coal *hinty hint* ) ; More secrets and plot twists uncovered about the antagonist of book 1; More action; A lot of laugh out loud comedy dialogue - I particularly love the wit between Fillion and Mack; Unpredictable turns particularly the cliff hanger ending AND An amazing stark contrast between the world of Technology and Nature.Jesikah has woven a beautiful, compelling story and has a talent for writing in intricate artistic detail. Her writing style paints a vivid picture of her world and the personalities within. I thoroughly enjoy reading Jesikah's books because it's easy to get transported to her world and get lost in the wit, action and come-to-life characters.