Autumn escaped a cult, but now she realizes she's fallen into another.
Growing up in San Francisco’s Centrist Movement, sixteen year-old Autumn Grace has always believed emotions—adrenaline, endorphins, even happiness—drain your Essence and lead to an early death. But her younger brother’s passing and a run-in with a group of Outsiders casts her faith into question.
Ryder Stone, the sexy, rebellious leader of the Outsiders, claims Essence drain is nothing more than a Centrist scare tactic -- and he can prove it.
Autumn follows Ryder to his Community of adrenaline junkies and free spirits in Yosemite National Park, and they introduce her to a life of adventure, romance, sex, drugs and freedom. But as she discovers dark secrets beneath the Community’s perfect exterior, she realizes the more she risks in search of the perfect rush, the further she has to fall.
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About The Author: Lisa Ann O'Kane
Lisa Ann O’Kane is a young adult author and former vagabond who once camped out in Yosemite National Park for an entire summer, an experience that inspired her debut novel ESSENCE.
Her background is in zookeeping and environmental education, and she has been kicked, cornered, bitten and chased by nearly every animal she has ever loved. She currently resides in Florida, and she is now a huge fan of shooting stars, indoor plumbing and keeping both her feet planted firmly on the trail.
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Oh wow this sounds like it could be an intense read! Def keeping an eye out for this one! :)
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DeleteSounds like a good read and reminds me of The 100, seeing how people act without restraint.
ReplyDeleteI love The 100! Well, the TV show. I haven't got to read the book yet, but I definitely will soon. :)
DeleteThis one sounds really intriguing. I'd like to give it a try.
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DeleteInteresting read, thank you for your feature on it!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome! I really need to find this book! :)
DeleteThat cover is kinda freaky... and intriguing. The blurb has potential too. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteIKR! Looking at that girl going across that tightrope just gives me the shivers! I really need to find this book! You're welcome, Carmel!
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