The Union

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A thousand years in the future, a Black elite class reigns. The lower classes toil in the fields or scrape by in blighted cities, serving their rulers in a cruel, divided world.

Among the Elites is eighteen-year-old Avi Jore, born to a powerful father and destined to rule. But as she comes of age, Avi cannot help but notice the injustices in her worldthe treatment of enslaved workers, the oppression of the lower classes. Her disillusionment grows when she meets Saige Wilde, a mixed-race enslaved girl whose only goal is escaping beyond the borders of their brutal nation.

When Saige saves Avi from an assassination attempt, their paths become intertwined in ways they never imagined. As Saige plots her path to freedom, Avi tries to enact change from the inside. But its a complicated endeavor, fraught with danger and malice.

Together, their efforts could spark a revolution and underscore the staggering power of friendship.

'A thought-provoking dystopian novelReaders will find it easy to invest in Vernons complex political tale.' Publishers Weekly

'Fans of Justina Ireland and N. K. Jemisin will appreciate the innovative world building from a Black perspective and the well-developed characters used to present serious topics such as racism and privilege.' Booklist

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A thought-provoking dystopian novelReaders will find it easy to invest in Vernons complex political tale. Publishers Weekly Fans of Justina Ireland and N. K. Jemisin will appreciate the innovative world building from a Black perspective and the well-developed characters used to present serious topics such as racism and privilege. Booklist

Author Bio

Leah Vernon is an author, body-positive activist, and the first international plus-size Hijabi model. During her double masters program, she started a blog about being a fat Black Muslim in Detroit experiencing everything from eating disorders to anti-Blackness. Shes been featured in ads from Target to Old Navy and even made it to the New York Times and HuffPost. She currently resides in New York City. Connect with her on Instagram (@lvernon2000) and on her website: www.LeahVernon.com.