Pandora's just your average teen-glued to her cell phone and laptop, surfing Facebook and e-mailing with her friends-until the day her long-lost father sends her a link to a mysterious site featuring twelve photos of her as a child. Unable to contain her curiosity, Pandora enters the site, where she is prompted to play her favorite virtual-reality game, Zero Day. This unleashes a global computer virus that plunges the whole world into panic: suddenly, there is no Internet. No cell phones. No utilities, traffic lights, hospitals, law enforcement. Pandora teams up with handsome stepbrothers Eli and Theo to enter the virtual world of Zero Day. Simultaneously, she continues to follow the photographs from her childhood in an attempt to beat the game and track down her father-her one key to saving the world as we know it. Part The Matrix, part retelling of the Pandora myth, Doomed has something for gaming fans, dystopian fans, and romance fans alike.
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TRACY DEEBS is also the author of the Tempest series and the co-author of The International Kissing Club (under the pseudoynm Ivy Adams). She lives in Austin, Texas, where she is a writing and literature professor at Austin Community College.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
Let's talk about the cover, since everyone else is. I kinda like this new one, I think it's a little more interesting than the previous one even though the previous one did give off that video game feel to it.
Doomed is about Pandora. It's her birthday and her mother is absent because she's at work and she can't even remember her own daughters birthday (which is messed up and kinda strange). Her dad left years ago and she's pretty much by herself. Until she checks her email after an upsetting phone call with her mother and finds an email from her dad. That's when things start to get a little interesting.
You don't get much of a background when it comes to Pandora and her life. You see her at school for just that afternoon and then you jump into what the book is all about. I found it strange that her name is Pandora and she plays a game called Pandora's Box (at least I think that's what it was called). You're quickly introduced to Eli and Theo who ironically live next door. I honestly couldn't tell them apart (or maybe I didn't care enough to pay attention), it seemed like the author took one complex person and split that person in half.
I was under the impression that Pandora and her friends get sucked into the game or something but that isn't what happens. They're basically still in the real world but need to play the game in order to fix things in the real world but need the real world to pick up clues to get to the next place in the game. See how that works? Half way through the book I was lost. The situations weren't that believable; I mean if the internet went down yes that would screw things up like being able to pay with a credit card or not being able to watch TV... but besides connecting to a server for credit card purchases does a cash register not count change like a big calculator? So I don't see how the diner scene made sense unless everyone there was trying to pay with credit. Also, I think the fact that Theo and Eli were so skilled at life sort of assisted in the plot not being believable I mean they broke her out from being held captive by the FBI in her own house. How the heck?!
I didn't find myself caring about the clues Pandora's dad left her. I couldn't find myself caring about Pandora and her friends either. It was just all so weird! Also the ending was totally unsatisfying, I didn't feel that they reached an actual conclusion to the situation. Also what was with the random Greek Mythology thrown in?
Considering how uncaptivated I was by it, I'm surprised I finished it. While the book did have some interesting situations as far as what if we didn't have the internet and a few thrown in facts about the Earth and stuff from one of the boys, I can't really say I enjoyed this read. And it's always sad to say that. But just because it didn't work out for me doesn't mean it won't work out for you! (:
*A copy for was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review
Doomed is about Pandora. It's her birthday and her mother is absent because she's at work and she can't even remember her own daughters birthday (which is messed up and kinda strange). Her dad left years ago and she's pretty much by herself. Until she checks her email after an upsetting phone call with her mother and finds an email from her dad. That's when things start to get a little interesting.
You don't get much of a background when it comes to Pandora and her life. You see her at school for just that afternoon and then you jump into what the book is all about. I found it strange that her name is Pandora and she plays a game called Pandora's Box (at least I think that's what it was called). You're quickly introduced to Eli and Theo who ironically live next door. I honestly couldn't tell them apart (or maybe I didn't care enough to pay attention), it seemed like the author took one complex person and split that person in half.
I was under the impression that Pandora and her friends get sucked into the game or something but that isn't what happens. They're basically still in the real world but need to play the game in order to fix things in the real world but need the real world to pick up clues to get to the next place in the game. See how that works? Half way through the book I was lost. The situations weren't that believable; I mean if the internet went down yes that would screw things up like being able to pay with a credit card or not being able to watch TV... but besides connecting to a server for credit card purchases does a cash register not count change like a big calculator? So I don't see how the diner scene made sense unless everyone there was trying to pay with credit. Also, I think the fact that Theo and Eli were so skilled at life sort of assisted in the plot not being believable I mean they broke her out from being held captive by the FBI in her own house. How the heck?!
I didn't find myself caring about the clues Pandora's dad left her. I couldn't find myself caring about Pandora and her friends either. It was just all so weird! Also the ending was totally unsatisfying, I didn't feel that they reached an actual conclusion to the situation. Also what was with the random Greek Mythology thrown in?
Considering how uncaptivated I was by it, I'm surprised I finished it. While the book did have some interesting situations as far as what if we didn't have the internet and a few thrown in facts about the Earth and stuff from one of the boys, I can't really say I enjoyed this read. And it's always sad to say that. But just because it didn't work out for me doesn't mean it won't work out for you! (:
*A copy for was provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
First things first, not exactly a fan of the cover change. I do believe the first one was a bit more fitting for the story and the cover models were pretty spot on to our main three characters, Pandora, Eli and Theo. The new cover isn't bad, per say but it just isn't as fitting to the story as the first one is. I can understand the change because this new cover looks higher quality but I don't know, I'm kind of in favor of the old one. If you're wondering what I'm talking about, check out the old cover here.
Now that that is out of the way, the story was magnificent. I was frustrated many times with our heroine, Pandora, though. She cries, a lot, which I guess I kind of understand because she is thrust in to this mission that she never wanted and from a man whom is supposed to love you & take care of you unconditionally. It's entirely messed up but I also like to see our main character be a bit stronger than what she is. However, she has two incredibly strong guys to help her see she can succeed and they'll be there every step of the way. Who are these guys, you ask? Theo and Eli, who are new stepbrothers thanks to Theo's mom and Eli's dad marrying each other. Not only do they not like each other but both guys are huge. We're talking like 6'8 huge. Eli's got beautiful green eyes and blond hair while Theo has stunningly bright blue eyes and dark hair. Polar opposites and their personalities are about as different as their looks. One thing they have in common is Pandora.
If you ever thought you had a horrible birthday I can guarantee you it isn't nearly as bad as Pandora's especially when she opens Pandora's box on to the whole world. She wakes up to find her mom hasn't called her to wish her a happy birthday yet so she calls her. Her mother doesn't even acknowledge anything and is, in fact, annoyed that her daughter called her when she was preparing for a meeting. What a way to start off your day but then you see an email from your father, who you haven't seen or heard from in ten years. You read it and click the link to this blog where he says he will explain everything. There are photos of the two of you from years ago and you click & save them all. Your birthday just improved until you're late for school and your first class, which is working on Othello as small groups. You're not stuck with your normal group but a group of everyone else who was late, including Eli and Theo. Theo reenacts a scene and nearly choking you as you're completely freaked out. School proceeds like usual and all you want to do is get home to check out more of that blog. Problem is, it no longer exists. Frustrated, you decided to play the hottest computer game around, Pandora's Box and that's when it goes to hell. The worst worm is released to the world and it's your job to save the world in ten days or it's all over.
Sounds like a fantastic birthday, right? There's more but I'll let you read to find out what more could happen (trust me, none of it good). Then, there's the love triangle, which shouldn't be surprising since this is YA, right? But it was an OK love triangle. I like both guys, though I'm more interested in Theo than Eli but they're both good guys, both intelligent and both want to protect Pandora. What girl wouldn't like that? Though, sometimes they're a tad too overprotective and I'd hate that. Just because she's a girl doesn't mean she's helpless but don't worry, she let's them know this. Many times I was frustrated with Pandora for not seeing what was right in front of her and how her actions were causing a certain guy pain. Then it takes about 95% of the book until we finally get to see some lip locking action and boy oh boy was it worth the wait. Though it took as long as it did to get to that point at the same time, it wasn't really needed in the story. There were almost moments with each guy that had you begging for more but then you get thrust back in to the story of saving the world and forgot all about that almost kiss.
If you are big in to video games and/or computer games, then I definitely recommend this. If you're not that big of a gamer (like myself) but are interested in an action packed sci-fi with a little dystopia feel to it, then I think this might be the book for you. The plot is different and unique, you see a lot of what people might do to survive and makes you think a lot of what you might do if you were in this situation. It's definitely a great read and one I'm glad I got the chance to read. Thank you to Bloomsbury/Walker for allowing me to read this book & asking me to be a part of the blog tour.
Reviewed by Jessica @ Step Into Fiction
Now that that is out of the way, the story was magnificent. I was frustrated many times with our heroine, Pandora, though. She cries, a lot, which I guess I kind of understand because she is thrust in to this mission that she never wanted and from a man whom is supposed to love you & take care of you unconditionally. It's entirely messed up but I also like to see our main character be a bit stronger than what she is. However, she has two incredibly strong guys to help her see she can succeed and they'll be there every step of the way. Who are these guys, you ask? Theo and Eli, who are new stepbrothers thanks to Theo's mom and Eli's dad marrying each other. Not only do they not like each other but both guys are huge. We're talking like 6'8 huge. Eli's got beautiful green eyes and blond hair while Theo has stunningly bright blue eyes and dark hair. Polar opposites and their personalities are about as different as their looks. One thing they have in common is Pandora.
If you ever thought you had a horrible birthday I can guarantee you it isn't nearly as bad as Pandora's especially when she opens Pandora's box on to the whole world. She wakes up to find her mom hasn't called her to wish her a happy birthday yet so she calls her. Her mother doesn't even acknowledge anything and is, in fact, annoyed that her daughter called her when she was preparing for a meeting. What a way to start off your day but then you see an email from your father, who you haven't seen or heard from in ten years. You read it and click the link to this blog where he says he will explain everything. There are photos of the two of you from years ago and you click & save them all. Your birthday just improved until you're late for school and your first class, which is working on Othello as small groups. You're not stuck with your normal group but a group of everyone else who was late, including Eli and Theo. Theo reenacts a scene and nearly choking you as you're completely freaked out. School proceeds like usual and all you want to do is get home to check out more of that blog. Problem is, it no longer exists. Frustrated, you decided to play the hottest computer game around, Pandora's Box and that's when it goes to hell. The worst worm is released to the world and it's your job to save the world in ten days or it's all over.
Sounds like a fantastic birthday, right? There's more but I'll let you read to find out what more could happen (trust me, none of it good). Then, there's the love triangle, which shouldn't be surprising since this is YA, right? But it was an OK love triangle. I like both guys, though I'm more interested in Theo than Eli but they're both good guys, both intelligent and both want to protect Pandora. What girl wouldn't like that? Though, sometimes they're a tad too overprotective and I'd hate that. Just because she's a girl doesn't mean she's helpless but don't worry, she let's them know this. Many times I was frustrated with Pandora for not seeing what was right in front of her and how her actions were causing a certain guy pain. Then it takes about 95% of the book until we finally get to see some lip locking action and boy oh boy was it worth the wait. Though it took as long as it did to get to that point at the same time, it wasn't really needed in the story. There were almost moments with each guy that had you begging for more but then you get thrust back in to the story of saving the world and forgot all about that almost kiss.
If you are big in to video games and/or computer games, then I definitely recommend this. If you're not that big of a gamer (like myself) but are interested in an action packed sci-fi with a little dystopia feel to it, then I think this might be the book for you. The plot is different and unique, you see a lot of what people might do to survive and makes you think a lot of what you might do if you were in this situation. It's definitely a great read and one I'm glad I got the chance to read. Thank you to Bloomsbury/Walker for allowing me to read this book & asking me to be a part of the blog tour.
Reviewed by Jessica @ Step Into Fiction
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Set in modern day, Pandora doesn't want to be just "one of the crowd." She has been warned by her mother not to have any contact with her father, but when her mother forgets her birthday, Pandora opens an email from her father... and unleashes a literal countdown to doomsday. Stepbrothers Eli and Theo provide assistance in the game, in just staying alive, and a steamy love triangle.
First in a new series, this is an exciting, fast-paced thriller. Fans of apocalypse fiction and gamers will enjoy this fresh story where the power goes out with a race against the clock. It sounds a bit like the TV show Revolution, but only to the point where the world loses power. Doomed is a fun mix of mystery, gaming, mild (almost believable) science fiction, adventure and romance. This, thankfully, doesn't leave off on a cliffhanger, like so many other series debuts. Instead, it works well as a standalone, yet with plenty of promise for an upcoming series.
First in a new series, this is an exciting, fast-paced thriller. Fans of apocalypse fiction and gamers will enjoy this fresh story where the power goes out with a race against the clock. It sounds a bit like the TV show Revolution, but only to the point where the world loses power. Doomed is a fun mix of mystery, gaming, mild (almost believable) science fiction, adventure and romance. This, thankfully, doesn't leave off on a cliffhanger, like so many other series debuts. Instead, it works well as a standalone, yet with plenty of promise for an upcoming series.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
So amazing!
I couldn't put it down! I was even reading in class! This is such an amazing book and it is written so well!
Published 13 days ago by Robert Nagle
3.0 out of 5 stars
Never Open Emails From An ESTRANGEd Relative
Who am I kidding? This is Pandora we're talking about.
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Published 1 month ago by Asher Knight
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Could. Not. Put. Down.
I saw this book lying around and picked it up on a whim (due to the lack of presence of my own book). Read more
Published 1 month ago by laura_geek
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WOW!
That has got to be one of the BEST books I have ever read! I can't even begin to start to describe how fantastic that was! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Elizabeth McKenzie Brown
2.0 out of 5 stars
Wanted more video game & suspense and less government and moody boys
I was sorely disappointed by Doomed. I was expecting more of the video game aspect, more of a bad-ass main girl (I mean, look at the cover! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jasmine Baggenstos
4.0 out of 5 stars
An exciting adventure
The Story-
Pandora lives alone with her mom, when her mom is around. But, she always thinks about her long last father. Read more
Pandora lives alone with her mom, when her mom is around. But, she always thinks about her long last father. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Dorine White
5.0 out of 5 stars
Epic!
This book was so hard for me to put down. I literally shirked all responsibilities to finish it! I'm a huge fan of Tracy Deebs' Tempest Series, so I had to see what Doomed was... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bookish Things
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fun and exciting
The only thing Pandora wants on her seventeenth birthday is for her lawyer mother to call her from Alaska where she’s working. Read more
Published 2 months ago by ODell @ Book Twirps
4.0 out of 5 stars
My first gamer book and I loved it.
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I really loved Doomed. It was fast-paced and it kept my attention. Read more
At A Glance
I really loved Doomed. It was fast-paced and it kept my attention. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jennifer Bielman @ Reading & Writing UF & PNR
3.0 out of 5 stars
Mash up of so many ideas that something got lost
Pandora is 16 going on 17. Her mom is away working for an oil company, so she is without adult supervision. Her dad is long gone. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Julie@My5monkeys
