Publication

2011 - Roaring Brook Press, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

89,000 words, Guess

Page Count

356 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Better World Books9781596435704
  • Open LibraryOL25120221M
  • Goodreads9424367

Classifications

  • DDC[Fic]
  • LCCPZ7.O12673 Pri 2011
  • LCCPZ7.O12673Pri 2011

Description

Striking out into the wasteland with nothing but her baby sister, a handful of supplies, and a rumor to guide her, sixteen-year-old midwife Gaia Stone survives, only to be captured by the people of Sylum, a dystopian society where women rule the men who drastically outnumber them, and a kiss is a crime. In order to see her sister again, Gaia must submit to their strict social code and the oppressive rules of Matrarc Olivia. Meanwhile, two brothers claim her attention as they attempt to understand the environmental trap that keeps the people of Sylum captive, and suddenly Gaia must contend with the exciting, uncomfortable, and altogether new feeling of being desired. But when someone from her past shows up, Gaia discovers that survival alone is not enough and that justice requires sacrifice.

Description

Sixteen-year-old midwife Gaia Stone is in the wasteland with nothing but her baby sister, a handful of supplies, and a rumor to guide her when she is captured by the people of Sylum, a dystopian society where she must follow a strict social code or never see her sister again.

Subjects

Series Statement

  • The birthmarked trilogy -- bk. 2

Other Editions

  • PrizedRoaring Brook Press2011-01-01

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