“Lu seamlessly melds an unforgettable and intoxicating historical fantasy narrative with a strong female protagonist that grapples with an issue experienced by all young adults-acceptance of one’s self… Lu’s new series will be a surefire hit with old and new fans alike.”- School Library Journal “Lu weaves her magic across the page as she unfolds the story of Adelina and the Young Elites.

★ “The taut, tightly packed narrative provides an engaging mix of pulse-quickening fight scenes, heart-stopping near escapes, touching interpersonal interludes, and devastating betrayals.” - BCCB, starred review Bring it on.” - Shelf Awareness, starred review ★ “A Game of Thrones meets X-Men in this 14th-century fantasy from Marie Lu (the Legend trilogy), in a world where ‘fear is power.’ … The overriding epic fantasy will keep readers hooked for book two, which teases to be a game-changer. ★ “A must for fans of…totally immersive fantasies.” - Kirkus Reviews, starred review ★ “Readers should prepare to be captivated-and to look forward to a continuation of the Young Elites series.”- Booklist, starred review ★ “Lu pivots from the ‘coming of age via romance’ formula to pry apart the many emotions that pass under the rubric of love… There’s nothing easy here, for Adelina or readers-there are no safe places where the pressures of betrayal, death threats, and rejection aren’t felt.”- Publishers Weekly, starred review

Fans will not be disappointed.”- Romantic Times Book ReviewsĪn Amazon Best Book of 2014 – Teen & Young Adult!Īn Amazon Best Book of the Month, October 2014!Ĭhosen as a YALSA Teens' Top Ten Pick for 2015! “Lu’s intricate and well-crafted plot, filled with steady conflict between characters and stunning, vivid settings, will hook readers. “The affecting conclusion to the Young Elites trilogy relishes ardent emotion… Like many a classic antihero's, Adelina's trajectory is both sobering and satisfying.”- Kirkus Reviews More than ever, it is the bond between sisters and the struggle to be human that take center stage in this heartrending finale.”- Booklist, starred review ★ “Lu brings her Young Elites trilogy to a thunderous close with this final installment.

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