Mortal Danger

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Edie has been relentlessly bullied, and she's come to the end of her rope. Mysterious and beautiful boy Kian shows up to make her dreams come true. That is, if she signs an agreement with him and his magical faction. She's skeptical, but decides she has nothing to lose. Her desire for revenge against her bullies outweighs everything. And she knows exactly what she wants from Kian. Over the summer he makes her beautiful, transforms her. She'll be able to slip into the crowd that devastated her life. She'll destroy them from the inside. As it all unfolds, Edie learns more about Kian's world and what it is their agreement requires. His world is a dark world, filled with cold and harsh people. Like Edie, Kian has a dark past and she wants so badly to trust him completely, but something's standing in her way

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"Bullied and humiliated, Edie is set to exit this life when Kian, a preternaturally attractive stranger, appears with an offer that is more appealing than jumping off a bridge . . . her inner dialogue keeps readers on track with her persisting insecurities, ensuring that readers will be fully on board as she prepares to do battle in the promised sequel." --BCCB

"This will be a popular, fun, and fast-read series that can encourage discussion about true beauty, friendship, popularity, loyalty, and choices." --VOYA

"Aguirre has crafted a sophisticated novel that combines science, horror, and romance amid the realities of high-school cultures. Readers will eagerly anticipate sequels to this frightening, exciting, and erudite celebration of smart teens." --Booklist

"*The story has a freshness and intelligence that puts it at the top of the grenre . . . A standout trilogy opener." --Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW

"An interesting premise . . . For teens with a penchant for fantasy/horror mash-ups." --School Library Journal

Author Bio

Ann Aguirre is the New York Times bestselling author of the Razorland Trilogy. She lives in Mexico with her husband, two children, two cats, and one very lazy dog. annaguirre.com