Description

Tremor, the second book in bestselling author Patrick Carman's Pulse trilogy, is filled with more action-packed scenes and romance. Tremor will excite fans of I Am Number Four and The Maze Runner with its richly developed characters and electrifying story of love and revenge.

In the year 2051, some people have a second pulse. Like all who have "the pulse," Faith Daniels and Dylan Gilmore have telekinetic powers—they can move objects with their minds. But there are five second pulses in the world who have an even greater power: They are virtually indestructible. Both Faith and Dylan have the second pulse. As Dylan executes a plan to infiltrate enemy grounds, he'll have to face his only weakness—and a family secret that will threaten his very existence.


  • Teens with Superpowers: Faith and Dylan can move objects with their minds, but a rare second pulse makes them nearly invincible—a power that puts a target on their backs.
  • A Dystopian World: In the year 2051, the world is broken. Outside the fortified "States," a desperate resistance fights for survival against a powerful enemy.
  • Forbidden Romance: He’s infiltrating enemy territory to save his people. She’s the powerful girl by his side. But the secrets connecting them to their enemies could tear them apart.
  • High-Stakes Action: Perfect for fans of The Maze Runner and I Am Number Four, this electrifying adventure is packed with telekinetic battles and shocking betrayals.

About the author(s)

Patrick Carman is the New York Times bestselling author of over thirty books, including the acclaimed series the Land of Elyon and Floors and the teen superhero novel Thirteen Days to Midnight. A multimedia pioneer, Patrick authored The Black Circle, the fifth title in the 39 Clues series, and the Dark Eden, Skeleton Creek, Trackers, Fizzopolis, and Voyagers series. An enthusiastic reading advocate, Patrick has visited more than a thousand schools, developed village library projects in Central America, and created author outreach programs for communities. He lives in Walla Walla, Washington, with his family. You can visit him online at www.patrickcarman.com.

Reviews

Praise for PULSE: “Compelling and original, with pulse-pounding action and a poignant love story.” - Pittacus Lore, #1 NY Times bestselling author of I Am Number Four

Praise for PULSE: “Impressive! Fascinating and thought-provoking.” - James Dashner, NY Times bestselling author of The Maze Runner trilogy

Praise for PULSE: “The successful mix of suspense and romance combines with unexpected twists to keep readers engrossed from the start and begging for more.” - Kirkus Reviews

Praise for PULSE: “[An] impressive take on the postapocalyptic novel.” - Publishers Weekly

Praise for PULSE: “Engrossing and suspense-filled.” - School Library Journal

Praise for TREMOR: “Filled with action, suspense, and some welcome humor, this is an accomplished second volume in Carman’s Pulse trilogy, and fans will eagerly await volume three.” - Booklist

Praise for TREMOR: “Wow what a follow up. This book doesn’t disappoint, we pick up where we left off. I was so excited about this book and ahhh so in love. Everything happens in this book so fast, the revelations will make you gasp, the love will make you swoon, and the ending will just push you over the edge wanting the next book immediately. Ah this book had so much going on, and it was all amazing every single page. I can’t wait to see what happens next!” - Melissa Murray, Mysteries on Main Street

Praise for TREMOR: “The second installment in this trilogy keeps the pace moving and provides additional background to flesh out the characters’ back stories. It all leads up to a tantalizing glimpse of what’s yet to come in the final volume.” - Kirkus Reviews

Praise for TREMOR: “The conflict between the desolated Eastern states and the strictly government controlled Western states takes a backseat in this volume. Instead, the focus is on the main characters, along with their allies, as they attempt to save the world while dealing with secrets, lies, and their own personal limitations and weaknesses. The conclusion sets up an exciting, climactic confrontation in the final volume, for which fans will be eagerly awaiting.” - School Library Journal

Praise for TREMOR: “Everything happens in this book so fast, the revelations will make you gasp, the love will make you swoon, and the ending will just push you over the edge wanting the next book immediately.” - Melissa Murray, Mysteries on Main Street

Praise for TREMOR: “The conclusion sets up an exciting, climactic confrontation in the final volume, for which fans will be eagerly awaiting.” - School Library Journal

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