The Atlas Six

By Olivie Blake

Book Overview

An Instant New York Times Bestseller
A Vulture Best Fantasy Novel of 2022
A Goodreads Best Fantasy Choice Award Nominee

The much-acclaimed viral sensation from Olivie Blake, The Atlas Six--now newly revised and edited with additional content--is the first in an explosive dark academia fantasy trilogy that reads like The Secret History meets The Umbrella Academy

Each decade, only the six most uniquely talented magicians are selected to earn a place in the Alexandrian Society, the foremost secret society in the world. The chosen will secure a life of power and prestige beyond their wildest dreams.

But at what cost?

Each of the six newest recruits has their reasons for accepting the Society's elusive invitation. Even if it means growing closer than they could have imagined to their most dangerous enemies-- or risking unforgivable betrayal from their most trusted allies-- they will fight tooth and nail for the right to join the ranks of the Alexandrians.

Even if it means they won't all survive the year.

Also by Olivie Blake
The Atlas Paradox
The Atlas Complex
Alone With You in the Ether
One for My Enemy
Masters of Death
Januaries: Stories of Love, Magic & Betrayal
Gifted & Talented

As Alexene Farol Follmuth
Twelfth Knight

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1250854547
• ISBN13: 9781250854544
• Release Date: September 2022
• Publisher: Tor Books
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.1" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Obsessed

Characters in this book: Libby - constantly overthinking EVERYTHING and everyone is annoyed by her ( she is so real and also my fav character) also has a dead sister Nico- Libbys twin flame (they hate each other but there powers are literally intertwined and they cant stay away even if they wnated too - which they probably dont - also not a spoiler they dont become romantic - or do they? idk ) Tristan - fav character also burdened with a family name he doesnt want and has immense daddy issues and is a cutie pie also a major grump and hates everything and trust no one Parisa - hot telepath - no need to say more Callum- kind of annoying, obviously depressed , kind of scary? Reina - all she wants to do is read books (same) and she also barely talks and also hates everyone here - talks to plants (literally) anyways - all these characters are cool and complex and they all become obsessed with this library full of old books that normal people dont have access too just read it- i beg you. so good.

It wasn't horrible

I finished it, I don't know what do say... It's just ok. From the reviews I've read they either love it or hate it, but it's just ok. I liked some of the character... Kind of... But wished others would just die already(Libby, I can go on forever why I DO NOT like her). You never really get and explanation why they have to kill one of their classmates other than, It tradition(😐bro what the freack). What I can say is, she, the author, knows how to yap. Most of the time I haven't the slightest idea what she was going go on about, but, I'll be honest, I was eating it up(no crum left behind). The magic system... I guess Im just to small brained to understand it, because I still have no idea how that stuff works(why have categories, when you don't seem to fallow them half the time? Maybe I'm wrong, but that bit made no sense). Like it, if you want, that's awesome. Hate it, if you want, good for you. Me personally... Couldn't care less.

My first book by Olivle Blake

The bad 1 It tried too hard to be Harry Potter. 2 The first part 1 to part 3 are too slow. 3 In the beginning Callum is the most unlikable from part 1 to end of part 6. Good 1 The characters are developed.

Not Impressed

Wasn’t crazy about this book. Got 3/4 of the way thru and still didn’t know the plot. It was all interactions of the characters. I gave up and moved on to another book.

Adored this book!

I’m an avid reader, and hard to please. This book sucked me in from the beginning. It’s the start of a trilogy, the second book, the atlas Parodox, was just released. The first book is very character based and works on building this world for the readers. If you aren’t interested in that then you might not enjoy it. I found the writing so unique and I was so sucked into the story each time I picked the book up to read. Very excited to read the second book in the trilogy!

Give it a chance and keep an open mind

Atlas Six is dark academia meets inception with a dash of mutant powers. I love the idea. I love the premise. This is a very philosophical read. Which, I really enjoyed. I know that's not everyone's cup of tea. It's written like a philosophy lecture. It's not nearly as pretentious as other people make it out to be. I do like the way this author writes. It's very.... look at my right hand, while my left hand robs you. I read enough that I knew what Olivie Blake was doing, so I guessed quite a bit of this. But some was definitely a surprise. It's hard to surprise me in books. Our book follows six main characters. Libby- I like to think of as Nervous Nelly. She's extremely powerful, yet second guesses herself every step of the way. She's the type to need validation. In real life, I'd probably make fun of her. But in a book, I kinda like her. Nico- Libby's frenemy and constant competition. I was kinda rooting for a Nico/Libby romance. But alas, it did not go that way. Parisa- She's my fave. I love her. She's confident. She's insightful. Thoughtful. She really has a grasp on human behavior. She's progressive. We'd be BFFs in real life. I'm sure of it. Tristan-I'm indifferent with Tristian. He felt a little clingy to me. But I was pleasantly surprised at the ménage à trois. Callum- I love Callum. I realize he's supposed to be this cold, calloused a$$hole. But I love him. He'd be my pick for a love interest. He can influence people in ways others can't. He could be a much worse person and he doesn't get the credit he deserves. His powers are very stigmatized. Reine-Given the circumstances of the world in this novel, I'm BAFFLED Reine isn't utilized more. I really expected more from this character. My only complaint is the fact I listened to this book for TWO AND A HALF HOURS and still was learning basic character intros and world building with no plot. The plot came later, but that was a very, very, very long intro. A+ on uniqueness. A+ on worldbuilding. Sorry so many reviewers don't give it the chance it deserves.

No stars…

This book is the poster child of amateur hour. Every other word is something from a dictionary, a weird sort of metaphor imprinted in every single sentence, as if the author was trying way too hard to sound professional and super educated. It’s a book of complete nonsensical words thrown together out of a dictionary, and while I understand every word without needing to reference a dictionary, it nevertheless made this book insufferable to get through. In fact, I only got past the first chapter and I couldn’t stop laughing at how ridiculous the wording is. I should’ve known not to bother with a self published novel, but I’m open minded and willing to give it a try. Big mistake. I truly hate this book with a passion. I feel like the author needs to stop writing and I’m baffled it is being made into a TV program. I mean… aware we THAT far gone and desperate for entertainment today? It’s not at all interesting or gripping. It’s a huge yawn, and a slap in the face for anyone that pays money to have a go at this one. It’s absolutely boring. The characters are not likeable, they’re either below mediocre, unrealistic, egotistical or plain whiney and self centered. These are supposed to be adults graduating but they act like nine year olds in school. When they’re not acting like none hear olds, they’re speaking in tongues as if they’re the most extreme lost philosophical causes there ever was. I couldn’t stand the ridiculous quotes. They make absolutely no sense, there is nothing mind blowing about them. I know this is a harsh review but I wished I’d been honestly forewarned before bothering with this book.