The School for Good and Evil #2: A World without Princes: Now a Netflix Originals Movie

The School for Good and Evil: A World Without Princes by Soman Chainani is an entertaining and creative sequel that essentially takes what was good about the original story and reverses it. The first book was about the equilibrium between good and evil, while this follow-up deals with the aftermath of the chaotic ending. It also portrays the theme of friendship, which is tested throughout the new reversed world. This book is one of the most creative and surprising novels. Chainani has built a new world that is bursting with magic, unexpected developments, and the dark charm of a fairy-tale. By dividing schools into “Girls” and “Boys” rather than “Good” and “Evil” is an innovative way to tell the story, which compels readers to reflect on the topics such as power, justice, and the real meaning of being a hero. The place appears deeply detailed and alive with magical woods, spells, and moments sometimes exceeding those of the first book. Furthermore, the bond of friendship between Sophie and Agatha is the main theme of the series. Chainani explores how friendships get transformed, when jealousy, pride, and fear dominate through the events of the book. The friendship plot line between the protagonists makes the plot appear more real and recognizable, even in a magical setting. One more point that the book is strong in is the well done balance between the humor and the serious parts. The book has lots of humorous situations and also choreographed fights, but it at the same time deals with deep themes of identity, loyalty, and the nature of good and evil. Chainani writes these themes in a descriptive and fantasy way, holding the readers’ attention throughout the novel. In summary, A World Without Princes is an influential sequel of The School for Good and Evil series. It contains new imaginative ideas, unexpected events and important moments. The book is built from fairy tales, magic, friendship, and bravery, a perfect combination similar to the previous book.

This is the second book of The School for Good and Evil. It picks up a few months after the ending of book one and it was AMAZING! I really want book three now! The setting is just as good as it was in book one. We are wished back in to the world of Good vs. Evil. With new twists, turns, and new characters, As well as saying hello to ones we already know. I really love how the author creates these great situations that test the boundaries of true love and friendship. I think that Sophie really is trying to be good, but she needs to look at what she is doing in a larger world view. Because, a lot of times she thinks she is doing good to save her friend and all she is really doing is saving her own skin. Agatha is learning that sometimes a friend is not all you need. Its ok when you are little. But, as you grow up you really need more. I thought that maybe they were going to turn Sophie into a boy and end the story that way. But, wow was I surprised at the turn of events. The author did an amazing job creating a mystery that you really just didn't know what was going on. You find that you were thinking one thing to only find out that the truth was out of left field of wonderful and amazing. This book will not disappoint true fans of this series. I thought it was face paced and yummy! And it still amazes me that a guy wrote this book about two little girls growing up in a world where Fairy Tales are real and Good vs. Evil might be the least of their issues.

I'm not sure whether there will be a #3 in this series. In some ways it needs one- there are a TON of loose ends (though 2 major plot arcs are at least temporarily resolved). If there is a #3, I'll probably read it. But. While I very much enjoyed the lively skewering of so many fairy-tale tropes- a lot of it did not make sense to me. In particular, the characters. Some are wracked with guilt over things that they didn't do intentionally, while they then ignore some pretty serious actions that WERE intentional. I realize this was necessary to the plot- but that means the plot was not thought out well. People changed their minds and allegiances on whim, without any reason except that the plot required it. Now, if the author was making a point that since this is fairy-tale territory, characters are NOT in fact the agents of their fates but are doomed to whatever the plot requires of them, like it or not- well, that'd be an interesting story, but this isn't that story. There is a premise of free will that is not born out in the actual plot(s). Since one of the interesting things about #1 was that people were fighting their "fates"- here, that just didn't matter. So while it was a fairly fun light read if you've read the first one, I'm not sure I recommend it; #2 avoids more questions than it answers.

this is totally I must read book if u already read the school for good and evil 1. the first book showed how friendship can overcome anything. so agatha chooses her best friend Sophie (a witch) to be her fairy tale ending. but in the second book she realizes she needs more then a friend....she needs her Prince. this final decision is made after both agatha and Prince tedros realizes the back stabbing things Sophie did behind their backs in hopes of separating them. you may first see tedros in the beginning as an evil unforgivable Prince. but when the story becomes more focused on him, you c his real emotions... the only thing I didn't like about the book that it had 3 curse words..but it's not worth lowering my rating! (that's how good this sequel is!!!!!!!!!!!) Soman Chainani is a genius! I also can't wait for the third book coming out in....2015!

This book takes a new, fascinating twist on fairy tales. This is an epic sequel to The School for Good and Evil, one of our family favorites. From the looming halls of the Evil school to the hidden terrors of the vast Blue Forest, a thrilling, wild adventure is certain to appear. You can find out the next episode of not-quite-so-happily-ever-after in this wild, fast-paced quest to reunite the schools and end the wars between girls and boys, good and evil. I found this book fascinating, wild, clever and thrilling as Agatha and Sophie continue a perilous adventure through their very own fairy tale.

I enjoyed reading this! I couldn't wait to see what happened next. Agatha and Sophie's story and their friendship are relatable. Unfortunately, their ever after hit some major bumps. I was shocked at the ending but I did have a feeling it was heading for a bad outcome. I do have hope for a better outcome in the third book especially for the schools which turned into a toxic mess in the girl's absence.

I read the first book after seeing in being recommended at Barns & Noble and it looked really interested and fun. After that I was hooked! I finished the first one in one day and immediately bought this sequel for my kindle since I couldn't wait to read on what happened to Sophie and Agatha. Have to admit Agatha was sort of annoying in this sequel, not as kick-ass and proactive. Here Sophie kind of takes the spotlight, but overall you see how the school has changed the two girls and how they're growing up more in this book. I definitely recommend it to both children and adults though must admit a lot of the themes can more understood as adults. It's also a little darker too Nonetheless a really good and fun book!

Okay, first things first: I put a one star so that hopefully, some people will look, wondering why such a low review. I haven't read the book yet. I've ordered it twice. Both times I got the book in the correct outer casing, but inside was a book on Lance Armstrong. I'm hoping this gets fixed soon. In the mean time I'll be purchasing the book via apple. I didn't notice any reviews with this problem before I bought the book, but since I fully intended to read it no matter what, I'm not sure I read them. Good luck. REVISION----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ALSO, POSSIBLE SPOILERS---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I just finished the book about two minutes ago. I have several thoughts that I want to get down before I forget them. * I think the two girls in the book are supposed to be 12-13 (first book they were 11-12). That being the case, it's creepy that they are supposed to be choosing their "ever after" with a "boy." I don't know if the author wasn't thinking when he put the age in book one (he never mentions it in book 2, and is careful to call all the men "boys."). It makes me uncomfortable, especially at the ending when.... something happens that makes an age difference even more creepy. * It's a bit frustrating, because he makes rules for the fairytale world, then breaks them. It's a cheap trick. The only thing that makes really good fantasy work is when rules are made and followed. i.e. if trolls turn into stone when the sun comes up, then they always turn to stone when the sun comes up. You can't have a "sunshield" spell every other troll or it makes the rule obsolete. * I think my biggest problem is that the writer tries to be overcomplicated with the book, and it seems like he sometimes confuses even himself. I noticed this a lot with the first book, less so with this one, but still way too much. * Lastly, he touched on some really good topics about men and women, but went off into tangents. If he really wanted to make a point about what makes us men and women/ boys and girls, he missed his chance. There were actually a lot of points he could have said that society teaches boys to be hard and not show their emotions. He could have made the point that that is not a good thing. It felt like he was almost there, with characters that switched from boy to girl in places, but it needed one more good rewrite. * Not lastly... SPOILER... SPOILER... SPOILER... I'm glad that Sophie went evil at the end. One of the main themes in the book is the difference between good and evil, and Sophie breaks all the rules of being good, but with a pretty smile and a sweet voice. A lot of people said it didn't make sense that she "changed" at the end. She didn't change. Every relationship she has is based on lies. She lies to Agatha, she lies to Tedros, she lies to herself. She killed someone in the first book for threatening to cut her hair. Killed... dead. For wanting to cut her hair. That is what she is capable of. She tries to prove she is good, but ends up cheating and lying to do it, every time. In a book where the difference between good and evil is so clear cut, it's not surprising that she does this. You want to believe she is good because she's just a girl and she's had a rough story, but in the end, she would lie cheat and steal to get her way. Overall, I enjoyed the two books. I will probably listen to them again to see if there is anything I missed. I do think he needs a better editor in the future, but I think he has a beautiful turn of phrase and a great imagination. I think the author will continue to get better.

Meine Tochter ist ganz begeistert von der englischen Lektüre. Toll, wenn so das Englisch lesen verbessert werden kann! Ein schönes, interessantes Jugendbuch.

It came in perfect conditions and the book inside is complex and beautiful especially the relationship between Agatha and Sophie wich in it ,Sophie finally saw how much she needed Agatha but I wish Agatha and Tedros would interract more as a couple. The ending was amazing and I can't wait for more.

Daughter really enjoyed the series. Thanks.

A WORLD WITHOUT PRINCES - SCHOOL 4 GOOD AND EVIL Although not as scrumptious as the first installment in the school for Good and Evil series, A World Without Princes was still a very enjoyable read. 📚📚 In book 2 Agatha and Sophie end up back in the School for Good and Evil. However nothing is as it was and instead of Good of Evil, it's now a school for Girls and Boys. Just like in the 1st book the Girls only wish to go home. But to make that happen they will have to find a way to change their re-opened fairytale . This time however there seem to be more players entwined into their story and that of course ups the ante when it comes to getting back home ... 📚📚 Eventhough this book's plot was more eventful than that of the previous one, for some weird reason it took me longer to get into it. Maybe because it has a slightly darker tone right from the beginning. Or maybe because the very hot & entitled prince Tedros is starting to get on my damnn nerves. I did however warm up to some of the Never girls (yep, the evil ones) simply because they always tell it like it is and are freaking hilarious without even trying ... 📚📚 To sum it all up the eventful twists, the wittiness, the whimsy, the somewhat darker magic, the pretty damnn cool Never girls and the actually quite spectaculair ending ... absolutely make me want to read "The Last Ever After" and therefore somewhere in the near future I surely will 😊 📚📚 #TheSchoolForGoodandEvil #aWorldWithoutPrinces #SomanChainani #Books #Reader #Bookstagram #ILoveBooks #Bibliophile #Fantasy #MiddleGrade

Kan man något mer än älska den här serien. Storyn är så unik. Men inte direkt passande för 9år. Kanske 12 och uppåt. Men annars älskar jag denna serie.