“For the first time in years, I could see the stars that Thurmond's monstrous lights had faded into nonexistence. They were so bright, so clear that they couldn't have been real. I didn't know what was more shocking–the endless stretch of road or the sky. Tears pricked at the back of my eyes.”
In a society where a mysterious disease has caused a majority of children to develop dangerous abilities, a group of teens with unique powers must navigate a dangerous world. The story follows a girl named Ruby, who discovers she has the ability to control minds, and her struggle to survive and find others like her. more
Alexandra Bracken is an American author recognized for her contributions to young adult fiction. Born on February 27, 1987, she has become well-known for her novels that blend fantasy and romance elements, offering captivating stories to young readers. more
“Maybe my heart is the moon and hers is the sun and everything else is gravity.”
“Out of a million stars in the sky, there is only one that glows to my eyes.”
“She is twice as beautiful as the moon and all of the stars together.”
“We must never allow the scars to define us, if our sole aim is to reach for the stars.”