The second book in the middle-grade dystopian fantasy series that
Kirkus Reviews calls "The Hunger Games meets Harry Potter," by New
York Times bestselling author Lisa McMann.
Following the life-altering events at the conclusion of The Unwanteds,
the stark world of Quill and the magical haven of Artimé are now home to
whoever wants to live there, whether they are Wanteds, Unwanteds, or
Necessaries.
In Artimé, Alex Stowe and his friends continue to hone their artistic
magical spells while welcoming newcomers, wondering how long this peace
between Quill and Artimé will last. Alex is stunned when Mr. Today comes
to him with a very special request--one Alex questions his readiness
for, until circumstances offer a dramatic answer.
And back in Quill, Aaron Stowe, Alex's twin, faces a very different
path. Devastated by his loss of status after Justine's defeat and
seething with rage toward Alex, Aaron is stealthily planning his revenge
and return to power.
Alex and Aaron's separate stories proceed with suspenseful pacing,
colliding in a stunning climax that elevates sibling rivalry to epic
proportions and leaves the fate of both worlds hanging in the balance.