I started the book knowing I was not truly invested in the story, having just barely finished the preceding book in the series. That said, the action was kept at a decent pace and it kept my attention better than I anticipated.A ruined earth, years in the future, and only a handful of children can save it. The science is sketchy at best, but is supposed to remain solidly in the realm of technology and not magic. Hope is to cover the holes in the viability of said science.I still lacked connection to the characters and the writing did not allow me to fully enter the world, and as a suspension of disbelief was sorely needed, it prevented me from at any point truly liking the story. Reviewed by Joan Stradling for TeensReadToo.comLife in Atherton has changed and its people have started over. Edgar's encounter with his maker, Dr. Harding, has left questions that can only be answered by leaving the only home he has ever known.Edgar's journey takes him to the Dark Planet; a sick and dying world filled with deadly creatures and air that fills the lungs with sickness. Edgar has come in search of information about his beginnings, but what he finds is so much more.He's a part of Dr. Harding's plan to save the Dark Planet and its inhabitants. If only Edgar can survive the harshness of the Dark Planet and its people long enough to fulfill his destiny.I loved Carman's LAND OF ELYON series and have enjoyed the ATHERTON series just as much, and maybe more. The characters and worlds of ATHERTON are thrilling and full of imagination and wonder. Carman has a magnificent way of unfolding a world and characters on the page that takes my breath away. Once I start reading, I can't stop until I reach the end. Even then I wish it could go on.I enjoyed being immersed in the world and lives of the characters in ATHERTON, and THE DARK PLANET reached a satisfying end full of new beginnings.
What do You think about El Planeta Oscuro (2010)?
Wow, this is the greatest way to end the series. Fantastic adventure and great message! Loved it!
—HermioneJeanGranger
Interesting concept, though it gets very sci-fi in this book compared to the rest of the series.
—Jade
the final episode of the Atherton series. Actually, made me want more. good adventure
—Tubbykat
