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The Revisionary (The Rogues Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Kristen Hogrefe (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 61 ratings
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A Revisionary rewrites the rules.
A Rogue breaks them.
Which one is she?

Nineteen-year-old Portia Abernathy plans to earn a Dome seat and rewrite the Codex rules to rescue her exiled brother. Her journey demands answers from the past civilization, but uncovering the truth means breaking the rules she set out to rewrite.
Where will the world be in 2149? If citizens forget their past, they will be lost in an identity crisis. That's exactly the state of the American Socialists United (ASU). This dystopian story opens in Cube 1519, a ghetto where the only use for obsolete cell phones is to throw them like rocks at mongrels. Portia and her father survive like many other citizens, with no electricity or technology and no expectation for a better life.

Yet Portia remembers her brother Darius—before he was taken from her. Now that's she's graduated, she determines to get him back. She thinks earning a Dome seat as a Revisionary candidate will be her ticket to rewriting the Codex and reversing his sentence. However, when she receives her draft and arrives at the Crystal Globe University for training, she discovers the world is very different outside her cube and that prisoners like Darius aren't the only ones trapped by the system.

Written for young adults, THE REVISIONARY offers a suspenseful plot, flashbacks to America's Revolutionary era, and rediscovery of the founding values needed to rebuild Portia's unraveling world. "In school, teens hear that if they don't learn from history's lessons, they're destined to repeat them," author Kristen Hogrefe says. "Portia lives in a world where leaders wield ignorance to control citizens. Only when Portia sets out to rescue her brother does she realize the lie she's been living and determines to break free."

Blockbuster novels like The Hunger Games, Divergent, and The Giver popularized the dystopian YA genre. THE REVISIONARY builds a dystopia of a different kind—one that looks backward to find wisdom to move forward to offer an underlying message of heritage and hope.
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    The Rogues
  2. Print length
    387 pages
  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    June 6, 2017
  6. Reading age
    13 - 18 years
  7. File size
    5770 KB
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"Hogrefe builds a future world of adventure, chaos, and mystery but ties it back to the true history of the American dream, drawing in the reader to share Portia's quest."

  • Joe Bakker, Alpha Omega Academy Principal

The Revisionary is a dystopian with heart. Set in a time when the government uses ignorance to keep its populace under control, Portia is determined to learn the truth--for her brother and her country. Her fierce determination is a timely reminder that some things are worth fighting for, especially love, truth, and freedom.

  • Ashley Jones, BigSisterKnows.com.

The Revisionary offers a brilliant exploration of what could be without freedom of speech, expression, ideas, etc., and the role technology could play in the loss of those freedoms. Set in the near future, the world of Portia Abernathy is intriguing, wonderfully easy to lose yourself in, and reminiscent of those found in the popular Hunger Games and Divergent trilogies. Must read for young and young-at-heart adults alike!

  • Jordan, Candidly-Jo.com

Oppression and rebellion are mixed with patriotism and honor in this unique dystopia. As a fan of The Giver, The Hunger Games, and Bryan Davis' Reapers, I felt at home in this new world. The suspense and unexpected twists made me keep turning the pages, desperate to find out what was going to happen to poor Portia. The Revisionary has earned its place with other popular young adult dystopian books.

  • Cadi Murphy

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0727SJFFG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Write Integrity Press (June 6, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 6, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5770 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 387 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1944120297
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 61 ratings

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Kristen Hogrefe (Parnell) writes suspenseful fiction from a faith perspective. She is an award-winning author and life-long learner who enjoys starting her day with Jesus and coffee. She and her husband live in Florida and enjoy sharing their lake home with family and friends. You can find her latest books published on her Kristen Hogrefe Parnell Amazon page. Join her at KristenHogrefeParnell.com and receive a free story when you subscribe to her monthly newsletter.

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I've read a few dystopian YA novels and this is my favorite. It has all the amazing world building, compelling characters, and mysteries you expect from this kind of fiction, but it has something the others are lacking...hope. I loved the flawed, but lovable characters and can't wait to read the others in the series. Read this book immediately. You won't be disappointed.
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All4God
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST read for YA readers!
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2023
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I have just recently finished the last book, and thus, Kristen's entire "The Rogues" series. I enjoyed both the series and this book from beginning to end. I'm just devestated that it has come to an end. Kristen grafted fundamental truths and values of Christianity into this thrilling dystopian series. It can be so hard to find clean and well-written stories, and this story is such a gem. In addition, I love Kristen's integration of American history. Moreover, Kristen's characters are more than just descriptions and words on a page. They come to life. For me, a good book is one that transports me and makes me feel like I am right there in the action, heartbreak, and celebration. This book did just that. Out of the three books in the series, I have to say this might have been my favorite. If you are or you know a YA reader who has interest in or already likes dystopian stories, this is a MUST read! I can't say enough good about this page-turning story.
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JJP
5.0 out of 5 stars I think I liked this book more than The Hunger Games
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2018
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DARE I SAY IT?! I think I liked this book more than The Hunger Games. I was looking forward to reading this book because I had heard great things about the author's first trilogy, Wings of the Dawn. At its core, The Revisionary is a story about a young girl who sets out to free her imprisoned brother; however, that quickly leads to much more than she was expecting. As the story builds so does the suspense and the action, especially in the second and third acts. The author does a great job of painting a vivid picture of this dystopian world and the people that live within it. I loved how the characters and their beliefs differ from the average cookie cutter heroes we usually see in this genre. This book quickly becomes impossible to put down. I highly recommend it and I can't wait to see where this story goes from here.
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Meagan | She Reads Wherever She Goes
5.0 out of 5 stars Epic read
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2020
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Wow. Wow, wow, wow. This book is stunning. (And I’m super glad the entire series is out, because holy cow, if I had to wait to find out what happens next...the struggle would be real!)

I’ve read my fair share of dystopian fiction, Christian and secular alike, and this is hands down my favorite to date. It’s unique, clever, inspiring, and challenging, and prompts me as a reader to revisit history not only to learn from, but engage with it.
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Kale
5.0 out of 5 stars Whoa Baby!
Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2019
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Portia Abernathy is 100% cooler than me. But I like her anyway. :D

This story is gripping and full of conflict, unique and still fun. It connects this dystopian future with past U.S. in a really interesting way.

I want to go on record saying Gath is my favorite. He strikes me as a cat person. But like a *secret* cat person.

I'm really interested to see how Portia's journey continues into the next book and how American history will tie into the story. That ending left me like *NO SPOILERS*. O_o
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Emily Golus
4.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced dystopia with a historical twist
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2019
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Fans of dystopia novels such as the Divergent series will be drawn into the dismal but fascinating setting of Hogrefe’s A.S.U.--the ragged remains of the United States that runs on socialist ideals but features wildly unequal opportunities for citizens.

When rule-abiding Portia Abernathy discovers the sinister undercurrents that control her world, she launches herself into a dangerous quest for freedom of thought. What sets The Revisionary apart from many other dystopian novels is how that search for freedom is rooted in American history, retold in a vivid and accessible way.

I’d recommend The Revisionary and the rest of the Rogues trilogy for anyone who likes fast-paced, high-stakes plots with thought-provoking futuristic settings.
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Heather Iseminger
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous, Fast-paced YA novel
Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2019
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It has been quite a while since I couldn’t put a book down. For finally giving me one I could fully immersed myself in, I am incredibly grateful for Ms. Hogrefe’s Revisionary. The dystopian plot, coupled with strong characters, creates a narrative that fails to disappoint. As a high school English teacher, I have no problem recommending this to my students as a clean, well-written, action-packed read. Bravo, Ms. Hogrefe. Bravo.

I have already downloaded the next two books and can’t wait to get started.
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Melissa
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2022
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Delivery was fast came ahead of schedule. The cover was different then the one shown but the book came in excellent condition.
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TKrauss
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging dystopian
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2018
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This dystopian novel was very engaging, and well paced, reminiscent of George Orwell’s 1984, with a more modern vibe similar to The Hunger Games. The author uses deep point of view in a first person present style, in keeping with current tastes in fiction. There was enough tension to keep the story moving without compromising the integrity of the characters. I really enjoyed this book and highly recommend it to others who like this genre. I am looking forward to future books in this series.
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