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For Darkness Shows the Stars : Stars - Diana Peterfreund

For Darkness Shows the Stars

By: Diana Peterfreund

Paperback | 2 July 2013

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Fans of Divergent will love Diana Peterfreund's take on Jane Austen's Persuasion set in a post-apocalyptic world.

In the dystopian future of For Darkness Shows the Stars, a genetic experiment has devastated humanity.

In the aftermath, a new class system placed anti-technology Luddites in absolute power over vast estates--and any survivors living there. Elliot North is a dutiful Luddite and a dutiful daughter who runs her father's estate. When the boy she loved, Kai, a servant, asked her to run away with him four years ago, she refused, although it broke her heart.

Now Kai is back. And while Elliot longs for a second chance with her first love, she knows it could mean betraying everything she's been raised to believe is right.

For Darkness Shows the Stars is a breathtaking YA romance about opening your mind to the future and your heart to the one person you know can break it.

About the Author

Diana Peterfreund is the author of eight novels for adults and teens, as well as several critically acclaimed short stories and a handful of essays on popular children's literature. She grew up in Florida, and lives with her family in Washington, D.C. When she's not writing, Diana enjoys taking long hikes with her dog, Rio, reading, working in her garden, watching far too much Netflix Watch It Now, and being addicted to Twitter.
Industry Reviews

"Will be a hit with fans of sci-fi romances... Readers will keep turning the pages right up to the end." -- School Library Journal (starred review)

"Dystopian, ideological, rebellious-Peterfreund's fantasy homage to Austen's Persuasion departs from the original in many respects, and with great success .... a richly envisioned portrait of a society in flux, a steely yet vulnerable heroine, and a young man who does some growing up." -- Publishers Weekly

"Diana Peterfreund's For Darkness Shows the Stars is an impassioned ode to Jane Austen, love, and the hope found in stars." -- Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of ACROSS THE UNIVERSE and A MILLION SUNS

"Succeeds in recasting Austen's characters to bring her themes to a futurist society and provide wry comment on life in the twenty-first century .... will appeal to science fiction and romance fans alike. -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

"A beautiful, epic love story you won't be able to put down!" -- Simone Elkeles, New York Times bestselling author of the Perfect Chemistry series

"Don't you love it when a brilliant idea meets with brilliant execution? Thank you, Diana Peterfreund for giving us a post-apocalyptic Persuasion. This book is meltingly good." -- Laini Taylor, National Book Award Finalist for LIPS TOUCH: THREE TIMES

"A smart and sexy tale of star-crossed love that's as thought-provoking as it is heartbreaking." -- Robin Wasserman, author of THE BOOK OF BLOOD AND SHADOW

Praise for ASCENDANT: "In this thrilling sequel to Peterfreund's Rampant...the strong yet vulnerable heroine, compelling conflicts, and exquisite settings should find a voracious audience in those familiar with the first installment." -- Publishers Weekly

Praise for ASCENDANT: "Peterfreund is sure to gain a stronger following with Ascendant, and fans will eagerly await further titles in the series." -- School Library Journal

Praise for ASCENDANT: "Ascendant is fast paced, fresh and engrossing--plus it has killer unicorns, what could be better? I love this book!" -- Carrie Ryan, New York Times bestselling author of The Forest of Hands and Teeth and The Dead-Tossed Waves Carrie Ryan, New York Times bestselling author of THE FOREST OF HANDS AND TEETH

Praise for ASCENDANT: "I was riveted by Ascendant. It's not only about killer unicorns; it's also about finding the courage to make tough decisions--and to be true to yourself. I think Astrid rocks!" -- Malinda Lo, author of ASH

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