Summary of Elevated, by Emily Matthew
Prepare for a thrilling ride in 'Elevated' by Emily Matthew, where drama, betrayal, and love triangles collide in a captivating story!
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Welcome back, fellow literary adventurers! Buckle up for a wild ride, because we're diving into Elevated, the second installment of The Flightless Trilogy by Emily Matthew. If you thought the first book was a rollercoaster of emotions, just wait until you strap in for this one!
In Elevated, we pick up with our feisty protagonist, who (spoiler alert!) still hasn't sprouted wings or figured out how to fly. Shocking, I know! As the story unfolds, she finds herself entangled in a web of drama, betrayal, and a sprinkle of rebellious teenager angst that could drive even the calmest of adults to drink.
The book kicks off with our heroine grappling with the aftermath of the events from the first book. You know how some people deal with trauma by going to therapy? Our protagonist apparently deals with it by jumping headfirst into more drama. Smart move, right? She dives straight into the deep end of the social pool, where she faces rivalries that could make high school cliques look like a tea party.
As she navigates this tumultuous landscape, we also witness her romantic entanglements. Who needs a stable love life when you can have a love triangle that's more confusing than a cat in a room full of laser pointers? Seriously, get ready for some eye-rolling scenarios as she tries to figure out which guy to swoon over while avoiding the pitfalls of her chaotic world.
Meanwhile, the stakes are higher than ever. Not only is our protagonist facing emotional turmoil, but there's also a looming threat in the background. Picture this: a power-hungry villain who seems to have gotten their hands on a copy of the "How to Be Evil 101" guidebook. Spoilers? You bet! This villain's endgame? Totally not what you'd expect. Just when you think things can't get more complicated, the plot thickens like grandma's gravy.
Through all the ups and downs, Emily Matthew crafts a tale full of twists and turns that would put a soap opera to shame. The pacing is relentless-if you blink, you might miss a major plot twist. Characters grow, change, and sometimes make decisions that will leave you shouting at the page, "Are you serious right now?!"
By the end of Elevated, you'll be left gasping for breath, wondering how on earth the next book can possibly top this one. Will our heroine find her wings, or is she destined to remain grounded forever? (I mean, if she learns to fly, that would really put a damper on the trilogy name, wouldn't it?)
So grab your popcorn (or a bowl of kale, if that's your vibe), and settle in for a reading experience that's equal parts exhilarating and ridiculous. Because if you thought you could predict where Elevated would take you, think again.
Maddie Page
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