A New York Times bestseller What was once the western United States is now home to the Republic a nation perpetually at war with its neighbors. Born into an elite family in one of the Republics wealthiest districts fifteenyearold June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republics highest military circles. Born into the slums fifteenyearold Day is the countrys most wanted criminal. But his motives may not be as malicious as they seem. From very different worlds June and Day have no reason to cross paths until the day Junes brother Metias is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect. Caught in the ultimate game of cat and mouse Day is in a race for his familys survival while June seeks to avenge Metiass death. But in a shocking turn of events the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets. Full of nonstop action suspense and romance this novel is sure to move readers as much as it thrills. show more