Fans of Divergent, The Hunger Games, and Stranger Things are raving about this 2019 dystopian thriller!EIGHT CHILDREN WERE KIDNAPPED.BUT WHY?Eight kids, ages nine to seventeen, awaken to find that almost everything they have ever known has been stolen from them. They were ripped from their beds in the middle of the night and transported to an unfamiliar and unforgiving new world where there are … unforgiving new world where there are strict rules, and they are punished if they refuse to obey.
As the kids grapple with their mysterious new reality, they struggle with disconcerting questions. Where in the world are they? Why were they taken away from their families? Will they ever get to go back home? And the most frightening question of all: Will this be the place where they die?
What readers are saying about THE UNKNOWN:
“Gripping … Unique … Lots of mystery and intrigue … [Dystopian is] one of my favourite genres, but I haven’t seen it written so well in a very long time … I finished reading this book in awe.” – Carly, Goodreads ★★★★★
“I have read hundreds of books and it is extremely rare for me to be surprised or give 5 stars. I almost always anticipate the plot twists. I thought I had this one all figured out from the very beginning … [I] couldn’t have been more wrong! … An exhilarating, emotional, fast paced read that I couldn’t put down … This story was utterly unique.” – Justine, Book Catharsis ★★★★★
“ONE EXCITING ADVENTURE!!! … Wow! … Captivating from start to finish … The characters are authentic, believable and so realistic.” – Kaye, Goodreads ★★★★★
“I love dystopian novels, but I have to admit, after a while, they tend to follow the same plotline and twists. This is TOTALLY not the case here … I was shocked.” – Gail, Goodreads ★★★★★
“Unique twist on the dystopian genre! … Insanely thrilling!” – Kelly, Twinsie Talk Book Reviews ★★★★★
“I read A LOT and this book had lots of surprises which I didn’t see coming … Great twists and turns … I definitely could not put this one down! … I truly loved this book!” – Michelle, Goodreads ★★★★★
“Lots of suspense, twists, and turns. I never saw the ending coming. It was a total surprise and explained everything!” – Karon, Goodreads ★★★★★
THE UNKNOWN is a brand-new 2019 young adult dystopian science fiction mystery thriller with captivating suspense, unexpected twists and turns, and a dash of romance. The story is told from the alternating points of view of three of the kidnapped children: seventeen-year-old “Unpleasant,” twelve-year-old “Tiger,” and nine-year-old “Goat.”
THE UNKNOWN tells the tale of five girls and three boys who are kidnapped in the middle of the night and transported to a frightening and mysterious world full of secrets. Author J.W. Lynne delivers a cinematic experience filled with intriguing mystery, thrilling suspense, imaginative adventure, shocking twists and turns, thought-provoking philosophy, and a touch of romance. THE UNKNOWN is a must-read book for both teens and adults who enjoyed THE HUNGER GAMES (by Suzanne Collins), DIVERGENT (by Veronica Roth), LEGEND (by Marie Lu), READY PLAYER ONE (by Ernest Cline), THE GENDER GAME (by Bella Forrest), CONFIGURED (by Jenetta Penner), THE MAZE RUNNER (by James Dashner), THE GIVER (by Lois Lowry), or ABOVE THE SKY (by J.W. Lynne). This addictive book will have you hooked from the first few mysterious chapters!
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Waking to find themselves grouped together in an unknown ‘bunker’,
eight children are about to fear for their lives. Not knowing why or
where they’ve been taken, their lives are thrown together in scary and
uncertain circumstances.
If you’re a fan of dystopian reads, this book ticks all the boxes.
From the opening chapters, we’re thrown into an unknown world, where
both the characters and readers have no idea where they are or why
they’re there. While this is definitely a young-adult read, our
characters range from the very young to those on the edge of
adulthood, and the author writes each of the points-of-view
brilliantly. We see things from three very different angles;
nine-year-old Goat who, at such a young age has already experienced so
much pain; twelve-year-old Tiger, whose autistic traits make it even
harder to adapt to her new lifestyle; and finally, Unpleasant, a
teenager on the brink of adulthood who is still struggling to find her
place in the world. The author differentiates her writing perfectly
between each character, making it clear that each of them have their
own voice.; each of their points-of-view is believable, which is so
often a book’s downfall.
As for the plot itself, it is executed brilliantly. The author has
found the perfect balance of revealing information and creating
suspense; I had so many questions going through my head while reading
this! Most importantly, the timings were spot on. When the big reveal
finally comes, I was shocked. It was an ‘oh my god’ moment and I loved
every second of it. Not only did it make sense, it created this whole
new world of questions, possibilities and storylines. While I was
satisfied with what had been revealed, I have been left desperate for
more!
Once again, the author has pulled it out of the bag. While I am a
little biased, being a huge fan of their previous series, I cannot
wait to find out more about these characters and the world they live
in. I’ve truly connected with them and am eager to see how things turn
out for them. I cannot recommend this book enough and am super excited
to share it with my friends.
I received this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Unique twist on the dystopian genre! This is insanely thrilling! First, I need to say that I was a little worried about starting the story as it is told from most of the children’s POVs and there is a manifest at the beginning. I thought I would have to go back and forth to remember who exactly I was reading, but after the first few rounds through the characters I knew exactly whose POV I was reading without double checking. The characters formed in my head as if I were right there in the mix. These children are kidnapped one night and all thrown together in an unknown place. What is even weirder is that there are no adults. Nobody to tell them what to do or why they are there. The world building is great. As the children get to learn more about themselves and each other they are all learning about their new “prison”. There are so many unknowns with the story that will keep you turning the pages. Some aspects of the story definitely have the creep factor but absolutely gripping. I believe this story is the start of a really amazing series. There were so many things that you learn about the children and this new world that when you reach the cliffhanger you will be completely invested in the story. I NEED TO KNOW WHAT IS NEXT! This is the first book I have read by JW Lynne but I am now a fan!
I just finished the book. OMG it is freaking awesome!! Seriously!
I was drawn in from the first chapter. I never lost interest. The
characters are fully developed. And that is a trait I look for in
books. Bad character development equals not reading the whole book.
This book is for young adults and adults. Even 62 year olds (which is
where I fall). A well written narrative that will draw all ages in. It
is PG rated.
I would rate this story 5 stars, since that is all Amazon will allow.
And it earns all 5 of the stars. Goodreads allows 5 stars so 5 stars
it is.
There were no parts that confused me as I have read other books that
are told from different characters perspectives. Which I find
enjoyable. It’s like getting into their mind, seeing and hearing what
is going on in there. Open access to their innermost thoughts.
This ends with a cliffhanger but it won’t bother you as any questions
you have for THIS book are answered.
The book is edited brilliantly. Which is a huge thing for me. I lose
interest in poorly edited books.
Read it for yourself. Grab it and read it to your children or
grandchildren. Would be perfect for reading to children. You may find
a new book to share and love with the little ones in your life.
Okay, that’s my review. I was truly honored to read this. Thank you.
A well written dystopian type story full of surprises. A fantastic story with a great plot and in depth characters. The scene descriptions are full bodied and colorful allowing this reader to see the characters along with the places they are. I would recommend this book not only to those that like the Dystopian Genre, but also those that like mysteries and thrillers.
ONE EXCITING ADVENTURE!!!
Wow! Talk about captivating from start to finish. It doesn’t let up or leave you hanging, not botched or cut short. With such a stormy storyline and electrifying plot it catapults this little jewel to life remarkably. A rollercoaster of mishaps and struggles propel all of your emotions brusting into play with every color on the spectrum. Drama, uncertainty, danger and suspense coil tighter, drawing you deeper with every spin. Twists and turns abound along with a few glitches and bumps that brings this baby together wonderfully. One non-stop, action packed, heart pounding, nailbiting, pulse racing, page turning thrill ride keeps you on a razors edge throughout. The characters are authentic, believable and so realistic its easy to relate. The scenes are so vivid and descriptive it makes for an amazing backdrop. Lynne is such a detail oriented author she truly lays it all out, you have a very clear picture with all the ends and outs. I can’t wait to see what she comes up with next. Incredible job Lynne, thanks for sharing this little gem with us.
O. M. G! That was a wild ride! I LOVED it! It grabbed me right from the first page and didn’t let go! This book is about 8 kids, ages 9 to
17, who do not know each other, who have been kidnapped and placed together in an indeterminate location. As these kids are tested by their kidnappers, they come to realize that they need to lean on and support each other if they are going to survive. The twists and turns are hard to see coming, the characters are realistic and you want to get to know them. The situation they are in is fascinating. I would definitely recommend reading it!