The Unwanteds

By: Lisa McMann

Narrated by: Simon Jones

“Imagination runs wild in this creative adventure.” —Brandon Mull, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Beyonders and Fablehaven series

Twin brothers have their fates diverge in this first book in the New York Times bestselling middle grade dystopian series that’s a “fun mix of magic and science” (Publishers Weekly).

Every year in Quill, thirteen-year-olds are sorted into categories: the strong, intelligent Wanteds who go to university, hardy Necessaries who take on menial tasks, and the artistic Unwanteds who are sent to their deaths.

In a nearly unprecedented verdict, thirteen-year-old twins Alex and Aaron are separated. Alex can barely keep it together as he’s led away from his Wanted brother to his own Unwanted fate. But when Alex reaches the death farm, he discovers it’s really a mirage hiding a stunning secret: the land of Artimé.

Each child in Artimé cultivates their creative abilities and learns how to use them magically, weaving spells through paintbrushes and musical instruments. It’s a whole new world and a whole new life for Alex, but he still can’t help but miss Aaron.

But there’s a threat looming on the horizon that threatens the survival of Artimé that will pit brother against brother—stretching their bond until it just might snap.

Omg

The best story ever I do not know what I would I do without it happy

enjoyable

Where does The Unwanteds rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It rates rather high, amongst the top 7 at least

What did you like best about this story?

I love good adventure without any horrors where the people become alive, they did.

Which character – as performed by Simon Jones – was your favorite?

Alex

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

The words made it sound so realistic It was so fun to read it

I like that the characters had all these different types of backstory but they all came together as 1

Meh

Slightly confusing at points. Overall a very positive story children will enjoy. Not sure I will continue this series.

Goooooooooood!

This is a very good book! I hope the next book is as good as this one!