Marissa Meyer

   Scarlet Benoit and Wolf, a street fighter who may have information about her missing grandmother, join forces with Cinder as they try to stay one step ahead of the vicious Lunar Queen Levana in this story inspired by Little Red Riding Hood.

The Lunar Chronicles #2

Scarlet

Ellie M.

I’m halfway through this series and by far it is my favorite! There’s so much going on that there isn’t any dull moment. You will never get a moment of peace reading this simply because of the chaos surrounding the characters. In this retelling of the Little Red Riding Hood, we meet Wolf and Scarlet and their adventures as she travels to Paris from the small town of Rieux to find out what happened to her missing grandmother and how it is all connected to Cinder and Thorne, who are now escaped convicts deemed fugitives by the whole Earthen society. The found family banter has perfect comedic timing that I find myself loving them more and more.

Hanna Rybchynska

Mais um livro da saga Crónicas Lunares, este é o segundo livro e conta com a presença da "Capuchinho Vermelho". Custou-me um pouco começar o livro, mas depois de conhecer o Lobo não parei. Neste livro as histórias entrelaçam-se, ou seja, continuamos com a Cinder e a aventura dela, MAS por outro lado, conhecemos a Scarlet que está desesperada em encontrar a sua avó que desapareceu há duas semanas. Quem a vais ajuda é o Lobo, no entanto ela não sabe se pode confiar nele, pois tudo diz que não, mas ela quer acreditar que sim!

The second book in The Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer.This is not the fairytale you remember. But it's one you won't forget.SCARLET BENOIT'S grandmother is missing. The police have closed her case. The only person Scarlet can turn to is Wolf, a street fighter she does not trust, but they are drawn to each other.Meanwhile, in New Beijing, Cinder will become the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive - when she breaks out of prison to stay one step ahead of vicious Queen Levana.As Scarlet and Wolf expose one mystery, they encounter Cinder and a new one unravels. Together they must challenge the evil queen, who will stop at nothing to make Prince Kai her husband, her king, her prisoner . . .***Red Riding Hood-meets-Percy Jackson in a thrilling new spin on Grimm by Marissa Meyer, the author of Cinder.***

Monicap

maya

4.5 stars!!! this series is so fun i cant wait to read more :3

Updated rating: 3.5 stars. This follow up to Cinder seems to get better each time I read it, I’ll tell you what! It’s a testament to the greatness of Meyer’s plotting & writing in this book that I actually liked — possibly even rooted for — an insta-love/fated mates couple. Those are literally my most 

 tropes, & yet Scarlet’s fierceness & Wolf’s sweetness had me thoroughly enjoying it! Not to mention how riveting, harrowing, & hilarious Cinder & Thorne’s journey was in this book! It’s tough to double-plot like this, but Meyer pulls it off with her trademark wit & style.

Sharanya Sharma

— 3rd read March 2024 —

Updated rating: 3.5 stars. This follow up to Cinder seems to get better each time I read it, I’ll tell you what! It’s a testament to the greatness of Meyer’s plotting & writing in this book that I actually liked — possibly even rooted for — an insta-love/fated mates couple. Those are literally my most loathed tropes, & yet Scarlet’s fierceness & Wolf’s sweetness had me thoroughly enjoying it! Not to mention how riveting, harrowing, & hilarious Cinder & Thorne’s journey was in this book! It’s tough to double-plot like this, but Meyer pulls it off with her trademark wit & style.

The second book in The Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer. This is not the fairytale you remember. But it's one you won't forget. SCARLET BENOIT'S grandmother is missing. The police have closed her case. The only person Scarlet can turn to is Wolf, a street fighter she does not trust, but they are drawn to each other. Meanwhile, in New Beijing, Cinder will become the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive - when she breaks out of prison to stay one step ahead of vicious Queen Levana. As Scarlet and Wolf expose one mystery, they encounter Cinder and a new one unravels. Together they must challenge the evil queen, who will stop at nothing to make Prince Kai her husband, her king, her prisoner . . . ***Red Riding Hood-meets-Percy Jackson in a thrilling new spin on Grimm by Marissa Meyer, the author of Cinder.***

Scarlet (The Lunar Chronicles Book 2)

I love the Lunar Chronicles, and this is my favorite book. 

Scarlet is one of the books I have reread the most, and one I will always go back to when I need book-comfort. 

The fierce but caring attitude of the FMC is one that I admired and resonated with so much when I was younger, and I still admire her today. 

“What if Little Red Riding Hood was a badass farmer from small town France who teams up with a street fighter “Wolf” to hunt down the truth about what happened to her missing war-veteran-pilot grandmother?”

Ami Is Dreaming Again

I love the Lunar Chronicles, and this is my favorite book. 

Scarlet is one of the books I have reread the most, and one I will always go back to when I need book-comfort. 

The fierce but caring attitude of the FMC is one that I admired and resonated with so much when I was younger, and I still admire her today. 

“What if Little Red Riding Hood was a badass farmer from small town France who teams up with a street fighter “Wolf” to hunt down the truth about what happened to her missing war-veteran-pilot grandmother?”

maryam

This is definitely a 4.5. So freaking good, wow. 

This series is so refreshing--it's a scifi dystopian fantasy hybrid, with strong characters--especially Cinder and Scarlet, whose personalities are two of the most vibrant I have read in female protagonists in a long time. I get bothered when authors move to a whole new character's point of view in the sequel, but not only did the transition from Cinder to Scarlet seem natural to me, Marissa Meyer did a really good job switching the stories with not just two characters--Cinder and Scarlet--but three, including Kai's story. She did a good job balancing the three plots, keeping them distinct from each other, but also relatable to the other characters' plot line. 

I'm a huge sucker for cutesy things, and I really enjoyed Scarlet and Wolf's relationship. I think that a lot of people wanted it to become more developed, but I really loved the simplicity in all the moments they shared together. They have, after all, known each other for a very short period of time. I loved how she wasn't trusting of him and didn't fall into his arms as soon as she saw him, and I liked how he was amused and even encouraged her tactics to defend herself from him in the very beginning. I root for Cinder and Kai so much, but I think I really liked Scarlet and Wolf because they got more opportunities to get to know each other and interact, whereas, due to Cinder being a cyborg and Kai being the emperor, they had very few (but sweet) interactions with each other. I really wish there was some sort of Cinder and Kai in this book, but that would have been very difficult to put in, seeing as she was running away from prison. 

I wish the book was longer. I know that it is longer than Cinder, but there was a lot of plot that could have been elaborated. I really liked the end, but I wanted more. Some parts of the book could have been extended, just because there were three plot lines running at the same time. I wish I got more from Kai's plot line. I really like him, but I wish there was more coming from his end of the story. 

Besides that, I'm in love with this series. I don't want to have to wait until 2014 for the next book, which is going to be about Rapunzel, so I'm extremely excited about that. Marissa Meyer is a great YA author, and I'm really impressed by not only her writing, but her ability to create the world in which Cinder and Scarlet are portrayed. It's edgy and witty, and it really exceeds the mark of YA novels, where we have an abundance of lackluster plot lines and character development.

chloe rae

*re-read 2018

Holy CRAP. I completely forgot how incredibly ADDICTING this series is!
What a ride. I love how everything came together and how the tension was built up in this book. I love Scarlet and Wolf; I love Thorne and all the returning characters from Cinder. I love not remembering anything; I can't wait to see what happens next!


original review:
Amazing. Absolutely amazing. This series is just blowing me away and I'm totally ok with it. It's even doing that thing where it's taking over my thoughts and I CANT STOP THINKING ABOUT IT. Can't wait to delve into Cress tomorrow. UGH SO GOOD WHY.

Mel 

It was such a fun ride. I loved getting to know Wolf and Scarlett, learning more about the different elements in this world. It was a quick read and filled with fast-paced action.

Julia Lundberg 

nina 

edited rating: 4.25 stars ⭐️ 

for the record, i originally rated this book 5 stars when i first read it back in 2015, and i’m putting this here just so my 14 year old self (who thought this book was the pinnacle of literature) wouldn’t be pissed off with 23 year old me. still love it though!

Prepare to see the New York Times-bestselling series like you’ve never seen it before, now with new cover art! The second book in the #1 New York Times- and USA Today- Bestselling Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer! Our cyborg heroine teams up with two new characters, Scarlet and Wolf, to defend Earth against a wicked space queen. "An interesting mash up of fairy tales and science fiction . . . a cross between Cinderella, Terminator, and Star Wars."—Entertainment Weekly on the Lunar Chronicles "Prince Charming among the cyborgs." —The Wall Street Journal on the Lunar Chronicles Cinder is back and trying to break out of prison—even though she'll be the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive if she does—in this second installment from Marissa Meyer. Halfway around the world, Scarlet Benoit's grandmother is missing. It turns out there are many things Scarlet doesn't know about her grandmother, or the grave danger she has lived in her whole life. When Scarlet encounters Wolf, a street fighter who may have information as to her grandmother's whereabouts, she is loath to trust this stranger, but is inexplicably drawn to him, and he to her. As Scarlet and Wolf unravel one mystery, they encounter another when they meet Cinder. Now, all of them must stay one step ahead of the vicious Lunar Queen Levana. The adventure continues in this fresh fairytale retelling that combines elements of Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood. Don't miss these other books from #1 New York Times- and USA Today-Bestselling author Marissa Meyer: The Lunar Chronicles: Cinder Scarlet Cress Winter Stars Above Fairest The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book Wires and Nerve: Vol. 1 Wires and Nerve: Vol. 2 Renegades: Renegades: Book One Archenemies: Book Two Supernova: Book Three Heartless

Book Two of the Lunar Chronicles

Julie Failde

I really loved this one just as much as the first. It was so fun and incredibly fast paced as it jumped between the characters. Usually in multi-POV books I find myself enjoying some POVs more than others, but this wasn't the case in this one. I was genuinely so interested in every storyline and was so excited as they started to bleed together. I love the addition of Scarlet and Wolf, and again I find that I like them just as much as I loved Cinder and Kai. I also absolutely love Thorne, and I'm so excited for the next book!

Izzy

Reread January 2020:

Honestly I'm so glad I decided to reread this series. I still really do enjoy and love this series.

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February 2014:
SCARLET AND WOLF 
I adored this book even more than Cinder and I already loved this one so much.

Gianna Kristen

2018:
its official the series has magically disappeared my book slump!

2022:
i'm honestly not a big scarletwolf fan, but i was surprised that this book was also a breeze to read. 

thorne and cinder are a fun duo to read. and kai's longing for cinder had me on my knees. lol. 

might i just add... for the past few days of reading this i have been obsessed with kai (and cinder as well), that i have been listening to taylor swift's lover and don't blame me so so much...

unto cress and i am really excited!

Pretty good, not as good as the first but I have hope the next one will be better and i’m really excited to read it. I think what made me like this less is the characters arent as well written and I see why they would mention wolves and alphas since this is a Red Riding Hood retelling but it just seemed a little… unappealing to me. The pace was good tho and I will be finishing this series no matter what. 

tam 🕴️

The second book in the #1 New York Times- and USA Today- Bestselling Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer! Our cyborg heroine teams up with two new characters, Scarlet and Wolf, to defend Earth against a wicked space queen. "An interesting mash up of fairy tales and sciencefiction . . . a cross between Cinderella, Terminator, and Star Wars."—Entertainment Weekly on the Lunar Chronicles "Prince Charming among the cyborgs." —The Wall Street Journal on the Lunar Chronicles Cinder is back and trying to break out of prison—even though she'll be the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive if she does—in this second installment from Marissa Meyer. Halfway around the world, Scarlet Benoit's grandmother is missing. It turns out there are many things Scarlet doesn't know about her grandmother, or the grave danger she has lived in her whole life. When Scarlet encounters Wolf, a street fighter who may have information as to her grandmother's whereabouts, she is loath to trust this stranger, but is inexplicably drawn to him, and he to her. As Scarlet and Wolf unravel one mystery, they encounter another when they meet Cinder. Now, all of them must stay one step ahead of the vicious Lunar Queen Levana. The adventure continues in this fresh fairytale retelling that combines elements of Cinderella and Little Red Riding Hood. An NPR Best Book of 2013 Don't miss these other books from #1 New York Times- and USA Today-Bestselling author Marissa Meyer: The Lunar Chronicles: Cinder Scarlet Cress Winter Stars Above Fairest The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book Wires and Nerve: Vol. 1 Wires and Nerve: Vol. 2 Renegades: Renegades: Book One Heartless Praise for the Lunar Chronicles: #1 New York Times-Bestselling Series USA Today Bestseller Publishers Weekly Bestseller "Terrific." —Los Angeles Times "Marissa Meyer rocks the fractured fairytalegenre." —The Seattle Times "Epic awesome." —Bustle "A binge-reading treat." —MTV "Takes the classic to a whole new level." —NPR “A great choice for all ages, with strong appeal for both girls and boys, these novels will be read and enjoyed—repeatedly.” —VOYA, starred review on Scarlet “It's another Marissa Meyer roller coaster ride, part science fiction/fantasy, part political machination with a hint of romance.” —Booklist, starred review on Scarlet “Returning fans of Meyer's Cinder will gladly sink their teeth into this ambitious, wholly satisfying sequel.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review on Scarlet “The author has stepped up the intrigue and plot from the first novel, and readers will be eagerly awaiting the next.” —School Library Journal on Scarlet “The sci-fi elements are stronger than the fairy-tale allusions this time out, but the story remains just as absorbing. . . . Readers will be thrilled to discover that this steampunky fairy-tale/sci-fi mashup promises two more installments.” —BCCB on Scarlet “Further development of this futuristic world plus plenty of action, surprises, and a fast pace will keep readers invested in their journey.” —The Horn Book on Scarlet

Melissa Palmer

Book #25 Read in 2018
Scarlet by Marrisa Meyer

This is the second book in the Lunar Chronicles series. This book is a retelling of Little Red Riding Hood. Scarlet's grandmother has been kidnapped and is believed to have information regarding where Princess Selene is hiding. Scarlet tries to find her grandmother, with some help from Wolf, a street fighter. The pair are drawn to each other and are heading to a romance. I enjoy this series as would high school girls.

Amena Elkayal

4.5 / 5
Not as good as cinder... but as a sequel, marissa meyer did a great job... 
Not a big fan of wolf and scarlet but I enjoyed the chapters from cinder and kai's perspective... can't wait to read Cress..

Sofia Spinnato 

IT WAS SO GOOD I DIDN'T EVEN WANT TO FINISH IT!!! I got to learn more about Cinder and I relate to her a lot as a disabled girl myself. Thorne was super funny and sweet I can’t go learn more about him in Cress.

AND SCARLET AND WOLF ARE PERFECTTTTT!!! I love them SO much!! I need a man like Wolf in my life ASAP

Yalin Tsikun

IT WAS SO GOOD I DIDN'T EVEN WANT TO FINISH IT!!! I got to learn more about Cinder and I relate to her a lot as a disabled girl myself. Thorne was super funny and sweet I can’t go learn more about him in Cress.

AND SCARLET AND WOLF ARE PERFECTTTTT!!! I love them SO much!! I need a man like Wolf in my life ASAP

Nena Wyers 

Briar's Reviews

I almost NEVER buy books full price because as a university student it's just not in the budget. BUT AFTER THAT AWFUL CLIFFHANGER IN BOOK ONE I COULDN'T LEAVE THIS BOOK ON THE SHELF! I mean, I did get a good sale on the book BUT I STILL BOUGHT IT FROM A FANCY SMANCY BOOK STORE!

So, dear Marissa Meyer, you have crafted an excellent story that forced a university student to find the money in her budget to continue this series. ONLY FOR YOU TO LEAVE IT ON ANOTHER CLIFFHANGER AND I CAN'T BELIEVE YOU WOULD DO THIS TO ME. Since this time, it's not in the budget to get the next book. So, poor little me is going to be waiting and waiting until I can find this book on sale somewhere.

UGH.

This book is absolutely delightful, despite my epic rant. I think Marissa Meyer has crafted a wonderfully epic story that is packed full of wild, fairy tales! Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, the Wolf and a Han Solo-esque man have made me fall in love with this book more than I did for the first novel! It's a rare feat in my reading world, so someone give Marissa ALL of the awards! Okay?!

This book continues on with Cinder's story but we also have another character, Scarlett (Red Riding Hood) to follow along with two. Their stories intertwine near the end and make for one epic finale (not a finale for the whole series, just this book - calm down epic readers! We've got two more books to go!). 

I really enjoyed Scarlett and Wolf, especially the twist on the typical Big, Bad Wolf story. I thought they were quite cute and reminded me of a Leia meets Han Solo vibe (I love Star Wars too, I think Marissa and I would make great Star Wars buddies). Also throwing in our Captain Thorne who gives SERIOUS Han Solo vibes... Yep, this woman has crafted a story made for me! Why in the world did I wait so long to pick up this book?!

If I had one negative in this book, it was that Cinder and Prince Kai don't get to interact. I was really hoping for a reunion but I don't think we'll be seeing one until the next book. I really liked their interactions in the first novel and their relationship, but such is life... Cliffhangers galore.

I didn't exactly see this ending coming, but I did have a good guess. I still really enjoyed it despite there being a few predictable parts of this book. I honestly haven't loved YA this much in a while. I got tired of the tropes and predictable lines, but Marissa has sparked my love for YA and fairy tales all over again. We need authors like her who make these amazing stories that any age can love. Just because it's in the YA aisle doesn't mean it's only for Young Adults (I mean... I'm a Young Adult still, but I tend to move towards the adult aisles more). 

This book is all around great! Pre-teens, teenagers and adults alike will love this book! There are some rougher scenes so I'd put this in the PG folder, but I think this would make a great book for parent and child bonding time. Because, why not?

Overall, I loved this book! I seriously needed to continue this series and I'm a little frustrated and flustered that I'm going to have to wait until I find Cress and Winter.

Five out of five stars! Heck, give it six or seven! I love this book! I hate when authors make me love books this much, I'm an impatient person and I don't want to wait!

REALLY GOOD FINISHED IT IN ONE DAY LOVE SCARLET AND WOLF A LOT GONNA READ THE NEXT ONE NOW BYE

mahek 

my absolute favorite out of the series, winter comes close but this was just soooo good and i love scarlet and wolf omg

matti horckmans

Jenny Vuu

** spoiler alert **
           Definitely like the new characters ! Scarlet and wolf have a very sweet relationship going on there although I wished Cinder and Kai somehow reunited..

Scarlet The Lunar Chronicles #2

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