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 Republic's wealthiest districts, fifteen-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republic's highest military circles. Born into the slums, fifteen-year-old Day is the country's 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 June's 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 family's survival, while June seeks to avenge Metias's 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.
Industry Reviews
"A fine example of commercial fiction with razor-sharp plotting, depth of character and emotional arc, 'Legend' doesn't merely survive the hype, it deserves it."--"The New York Times" "'Legend' is taut and exciting."--"Los Angeles"" Times" Marie Lu's dystopian novel is a 'Legend' in the making."--"USA"" Today" * "Lu's debut is a stunner."--"Publishers Weekly", starred review * ."..the delicious details keep pages turning..." --"Booklist "starred review * "Many dystopian books are hitting the shelves, but this book stands out."--"Library Media Connection", starred review ."..cinematic adventure featuring endearing, compelling heroes." --"Kirkus Reviews" ."..a well-written, emotionally satisfying read..."--VOYA--- Praise for Marie Lu's "New York Times" bestseller "LEGEND"
From "ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY"
"Fine writing and excellent execution. Sequel, please!"
From "THE NEW YORK TIMES"
""Legend" doesn't merely survive the hype, it deserves it."
From "USA"" TODAY"
"Marie Lu's dystopian novel is a 'Legend' in the making."
From "THE LOS ANGELES TIMES"
"an action-packed love story full of inventive details."
STARRED REVIEW from PUBLISHERS WEEKLY:
"Lu's debut is a stunner. . . raises hopes high for the sequels to come. "
STARRED REVIEW from "KIRKUS REVIEWS"
"A gripping thriller in dystopic future Los Angeles. This is no didactic near-future warning of present evils, but a cinematic adventure featuring endearing, compelling heroes."
STARRED REVIEW from "BOOKLIST"
"[D]elicious details keep pages turning . . . you've got the makings for a potent sequel."
STARRED REVIEW from "VOYA"
"A fast-paced blend of action and science fiction (with only a hint of potential romance) means that this one will likely appeal to male and female readers alike. Debut author Lu has managed a great feat--emulating a highly successful young adult series while staying true to her own voice. "Legend" will give "Hunger Games" fans something worthwhile to read."
STARRED REVIEW from "LIBRARY MEDIA CONNECTION"
"This book stands out . . ."
FROM KAMI GARCIA, "New York Times" bestselling co-author of the Beautiful Creatures trilogy
"A romantic thriller set in a post-apocalyptic world where nothing is what it seems--"Legend" is impossible to put down and even harder to forget."
FROM SARAH REES BRENNAN, author of The Demon Lexicon trilogy
"A compelling dystopic world, with diverse characters, high tension and political intrigue. [If] you liked the Hunger Games, you'll love this."
------------------------------------- "?a well-written, emotionally satisfying read..." ? "VOYA", starred review
"?cinematic adventure featuring endearing, compelling heroes." ? "Kirkus", starred review
"?the delicious details keep pages turning?" ? "Booklist", starred review
"?many dystopian books are filling the shelves, but this book stands out." ? "LMC", starred review
"Lu's debut is a stunner." ? "Publisher's Weekly", starred review
