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Dawn In Ruins
The world ended in silence. The fight for what’s left will not.
Ten months after the collapse, teenager Annie’s world has shattered, and with it, everything she once believed about monsters. They don’t always lurk in shadows. Sometimes they wear uniforms. Sometimes they wear the faces of those you love.
In the ruins of Sydney, Annie finds an unlikely ally in Jude—a half-infected boy marked by virus and twisted science. His strange, dangerous abilities make him both a threat and their best hope. But the line between abomination and saviour is thinner than either imagined.
Haunted by what was done to him, Jude carries scars deeper than flesh. Meanwhile, Annie’s younger brother, Lucas, remains a prisoner, infected and altered. If she doesn’t reach him soon, Lucas will face the same fate that nearly destroyed Jude—experiments that don’t just scar flesh but twist what it means to be human.
As secrets unravel and the origin of the virus comes to light, Jude learns a devastating his connection to the outbreak is deeper, darker, and far more personal than he ever imagined.
Together, Annie and Jude race through a city where every shadow hides a threat. When they are torn apart, survival becomes more than a mission—it becomes a to endure, to protect, and to bring each other back from whatever hell awaits.
From the shattered edges of the Fractured Reality universe comes a story of desperate hope and fierce loyalty—because in a world this ruined, some things are lost forever. But some are worth risking everything to save.
Ten months after the collapse, teenager Annie’s world has shattered, and with it, everything she once believed about monsters. They don’t always lurk in shadows. Sometimes they wear uniforms. Sometimes they wear the faces of those you love.
In the ruins of Sydney, Annie finds an unlikely ally in Jude—a half-infected boy marked by virus and twisted science. His strange, dangerous abilities make him both a threat and their best hope. But the line between abomination and saviour is thinner than either imagined.
Haunted by what was done to him, Jude carries scars deeper than flesh. Meanwhile, Annie’s younger brother, Lucas, remains a prisoner, infected and altered. If she doesn’t reach him soon, Lucas will face the same fate that nearly destroyed Jude—experiments that don’t just scar flesh but twist what it means to be human.
As secrets unravel and the origin of the virus comes to light, Jude learns a devastating his connection to the outbreak is deeper, darker, and far more personal than he ever imagined.
Together, Annie and Jude race through a city where every shadow hides a threat. When they are torn apart, survival becomes more than a mission—it becomes a to endure, to protect, and to bring each other back from whatever hell awaits.
From the shattered edges of the Fractured Reality universe comes a story of desperate hope and fierce loyalty—because in a world this ruined, some things are lost forever. But some are worth risking everything to save.
- GenresYoung Adult
293 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 6, 2025
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October 11, 2025
I was already invested in this world after the Fractured Reality series, and knew I wanted to see what Annie and Jude's adventures would be.
This explores the same brutal dystopian world in a spin off, as they hunt for Annie's stolen brother, and try to understand the virus and its effects on Jude.
It's a vivid journey that confronts Jude's remaining humanity, his instincts to protect Annie, and his need to understand what he's capable of with his changing DNA and abilities.
Annie is torn between her growing connection to Jude, her need to save her brother, and the push she has to prove herself.
I loved Annie's attitude, she is brave yet naive and resists being told what to do, but has the drive to survive and adapt.
I liked that they both faced their own challenges, but had the drive to keep going and find each other.
They faced heartbreaking conflicts, found people that needed them, and endure raw and harrowing months of trauma.
This is a new favourite series and I'm excited for book 2.
This explores the same brutal dystopian world in a spin off, as they hunt for Annie's stolen brother, and try to understand the virus and its effects on Jude.
It's a vivid journey that confronts Jude's remaining humanity, his instincts to protect Annie, and his need to understand what he's capable of with his changing DNA and abilities.
Annie is torn between her growing connection to Jude, her need to save her brother, and the push she has to prove herself.
I loved Annie's attitude, she is brave yet naive and resists being told what to do, but has the drive to survive and adapt.
I liked that they both faced their own challenges, but had the drive to keep going and find each other.
They faced heartbreaking conflicts, found people that needed them, and endure raw and harrowing months of trauma.
This is a new favourite series and I'm excited for book 2.
January 26, 2026
Big thanks to Magda and Kelsey from Book Publicity Services for sending us a copy to read and review.
I don’t think any of us can say we never think of what if.
It’s the possibilities of how our lives, political systems and humanity as a whole could change from an event or a movement.
Dystopian fiction allows our imagination through with the what ifs.
Covid has changed the world and those that survived are in two camps, the hunters and the hunted.
Death and destruction has left Sydney unrecognisable.
Annie has survived and is desperate to save her brother.
Those captured are infected with a virus to weaken and divide.
Annie meets Jude who is infected and together becomes a united force. Loyalty and integrity create a bond and common goal.
Adversity and capture will not thwart what they have.
Jude suffers extreme cruelty and when his situation is borderline hopeless he has the help of an unlikely ally.
Slipping into fantasy reminds us of history and dreadful plights that shows anything is possible.
This is the first in the series and it leaves opportunity for both good and bad future outcomes for Annie and Jude.
I don’t think any of us can say we never think of what if.
It’s the possibilities of how our lives, political systems and humanity as a whole could change from an event or a movement.
Dystopian fiction allows our imagination through with the what ifs.
Covid has changed the world and those that survived are in two camps, the hunters and the hunted.
Death and destruction has left Sydney unrecognisable.
Annie has survived and is desperate to save her brother.
Those captured are infected with a virus to weaken and divide.
Annie meets Jude who is infected and together becomes a united force. Loyalty and integrity create a bond and common goal.
Adversity and capture will not thwart what they have.
Jude suffers extreme cruelty and when his situation is borderline hopeless he has the help of an unlikely ally.
Slipping into fantasy reminds us of history and dreadful plights that shows anything is possible.
This is the first in the series and it leaves opportunity for both good and bad future outcomes for Annie and Jude.
December 3, 2025
Review - *3.5 stars*
This book is set in an apocalyptic world where COVID has become a deadly disease that turns those infected into a kind of zombie whose purpose is to spread the disease.
We follow the young Annie and Jude - a fearless girl who is searching for her brother, and a boy who has been tortured, leaving him with supernatural powers that will later help him fight these beings.
These young people will go through many difficulties, separations and unimaginable losses, but what binds them together will be stronger than anything else.
If you like dystopian universes, very similar to The Walking Dead or The Last of Us, this book is ideal for you.
The book is easy to read and very fluid, transporting the reader into the book and making us live every moment with these characters.
The epilogue left me super curious and full of questions, so I can't wait for the second book to be released!
Dawn in Ruins is the first book in a new series, belonging to the same universe as another series by the author - The Fractured Reality Series - so if you're curious, check out these books!
This book is set in an apocalyptic world where COVID has become a deadly disease that turns those infected into a kind of zombie whose purpose is to spread the disease.
We follow the young Annie and Jude - a fearless girl who is searching for her brother, and a boy who has been tortured, leaving him with supernatural powers that will later help him fight these beings.
These young people will go through many difficulties, separations and unimaginable losses, but what binds them together will be stronger than anything else.
If you like dystopian universes, very similar to The Walking Dead or The Last of Us, this book is ideal for you.
The book is easy to read and very fluid, transporting the reader into the book and making us live every moment with these characters.
The epilogue left me super curious and full of questions, so I can't wait for the second book to be released!
Dawn in Ruins is the first book in a new series, belonging to the same universe as another series by the author - The Fractured Reality Series - so if you're curious, check out these books!
March 9, 2026
Post COVID in Sydney Australia and everyone has turned into Zombies... honestly I was hooked from the start.
This multi POV novel, is a post apocalyptic dystopian world, where Annie a teenage girl is on the hunt for her brother. Jude someone who doesn't look human but acts human saves her. They explore their humanity together, are separated for 18 months, where Annie learns about her capabilities but Jude has been captured. They find each other again but this time Annie saves Jude, and they learn how to heal together.
I cannot wait for the next book! I will absolutely finish this series!!
This multi POV novel, is a post apocalyptic dystopian world, where Annie a teenage girl is on the hunt for her brother. Jude someone who doesn't look human but acts human saves her. They explore their humanity together, are separated for 18 months, where Annie learns about her capabilities but Jude has been captured. They find each other again but this time Annie saves Jude, and they learn how to heal together.
I cannot wait for the next book! I will absolutely finish this series!!
March 8, 2026
This one was different & I enjoyed it.
I liked the Sydney based setting as well & all the Australian references made it super relatable.
Annie is a strong willed FMC & I liked reading about her growth as the book progressed.
I really liked Jude’s character. His inner turmoil about being inhuman & bad, when in reality he has a pure heart & has gone through a lot. Annie sees the true him & the love she has for him shines through.
I’m very eager to see where their story goes.
I liked the Sydney based setting as well & all the Australian references made it super relatable.
Annie is a strong willed FMC & I liked reading about her growth as the book progressed.
I really liked Jude’s character. His inner turmoil about being inhuman & bad, when in reality he has a pure heart & has gone through a lot. Annie sees the true him & the love she has for him shines through.
I’m very eager to see where their story goes.
March 7, 2026
Given everything happening in the world right now, this felt like a must-read. Thought-provoking, engaging, and so relevant. This is the second book I have read by this author and she doesn't disappoint. Bring on book 2 - I have to see what happens to Jude and Annie.
February 3, 2026
Book: Dawn in Ruins
Author: Magda Mizzi
Rating: 4/5 stars
Just like The Tyranny of Tomorrow that I read that is also by Magda Mizzi, Dawn in Ruins is a spinoff dystopian story that takes place in the same apocalyptic world as the books in the Fractured Reality series. I would recommend reading the Fractured Reality series first, but it could also be read as a standalone.
This story begins ten months after the collapse of the world as we know it, and this time follows teenager Annie as she navigates the world she now lives within. Also, similarly to The Tyranny of Tomorrow, Dawn in Ruins takes place in Sydney, Australia. Annie teams up with Jude, whom she came across and who is half-infected with the disease that wiped out a large portion of the population. Annie is looking for her brother, Lucas, who was taken by those in power who took Jude previously. Lucas is also infected with the disease and is being experimented on in the same way that Jude was.
Annie and Jude traverse through the ruined city together until they are separated and their survival becomes just as important as Lucas’ is.
I thought that Dawn in Ruins was a very gripping and emotional story. Every time I was reading it, I found myself quickly flipping through the pages to find out what was going to happen next. It is dark, gritty, and tense. It helped confirm to me why I love dystopian novels/stories. I enjoy high-stakes stories in worlds that are different than our own but that are also emotional and have elements that ground them - and Dawn in Ruins fits that description to a T.
It was very cool to see the world within the Fractured Reality series expanded further than it was in the original books. The world-building being expanded was interesting to read too. It is detailed but doesn’t have too many details that end up distracting from the story itself. Although Dawn in Ruins is very character-driven, I thought that the plot was equally as strong, and that when combined, they painted a vivid picture in my mind that almost played out like a movie while I was reading.
I thought that Annie and Jude were both well-written characters. They both have reasons of their own that drive them and their survival. Annie is trying to push on while the world keeps knocking her down. Jude is mysterious and dangerous but also just trying to survive with his past haunting him and what he has been through.
Although the stakes are still high, in my opinion their dynamics and relationship played as big of a part in the story as the virus and its fallout did.
I enjoyed Dawn in Ruins and am looking forward to hopefully reading more books within the world that Magda Mizzi has built!
Thank you to Book Publicity Services for the chance to read and review Dawn in Ruins.
Author: Magda Mizzi
Rating: 4/5 stars
Just like The Tyranny of Tomorrow that I read that is also by Magda Mizzi, Dawn in Ruins is a spinoff dystopian story that takes place in the same apocalyptic world as the books in the Fractured Reality series. I would recommend reading the Fractured Reality series first, but it could also be read as a standalone.
This story begins ten months after the collapse of the world as we know it, and this time follows teenager Annie as she navigates the world she now lives within. Also, similarly to The Tyranny of Tomorrow, Dawn in Ruins takes place in Sydney, Australia. Annie teams up with Jude, whom she came across and who is half-infected with the disease that wiped out a large portion of the population. Annie is looking for her brother, Lucas, who was taken by those in power who took Jude previously. Lucas is also infected with the disease and is being experimented on in the same way that Jude was.
Annie and Jude traverse through the ruined city together until they are separated and their survival becomes just as important as Lucas’ is.
I thought that Dawn in Ruins was a very gripping and emotional story. Every time I was reading it, I found myself quickly flipping through the pages to find out what was going to happen next. It is dark, gritty, and tense. It helped confirm to me why I love dystopian novels/stories. I enjoy high-stakes stories in worlds that are different than our own but that are also emotional and have elements that ground them - and Dawn in Ruins fits that description to a T.
It was very cool to see the world within the Fractured Reality series expanded further than it was in the original books. The world-building being expanded was interesting to read too. It is detailed but doesn’t have too many details that end up distracting from the story itself. Although Dawn in Ruins is very character-driven, I thought that the plot was equally as strong, and that when combined, they painted a vivid picture in my mind that almost played out like a movie while I was reading.
I thought that Annie and Jude were both well-written characters. They both have reasons of their own that drive them and their survival. Annie is trying to push on while the world keeps knocking her down. Jude is mysterious and dangerous but also just trying to survive with his past haunting him and what he has been through.
Although the stakes are still high, in my opinion their dynamics and relationship played as big of a part in the story as the virus and its fallout did.
I enjoyed Dawn in Ruins and am looking forward to hopefully reading more books within the world that Magda Mizzi has built!
Thank you to Book Publicity Services for the chance to read and review Dawn in Ruins.
February 9, 2026
I was delighted when Kelsey reached out via email to see if I’d be interested in reading Dawn in Ruins. As a long-time fan of post-apocalyptic fiction - and having not read one in a while - this felt like the perfect opportunity to revisit the genre.
This was a fast-paced and engaging read that I found easy to sink into. While the shorter length made it a quick read, it also left me wanting more, with so many threads, characters, and unanswered questions that I’m keen to explore further as the series continues.
I particularly enjoyed the COVID-based premise. Grounding the apocalypse in a real, recent global event made the story feel unsettlingly realistic and prompted reflection on how we might respond during - and after - such a collapse.
Jude was a compelling character to follow, especially seeing who he has become and the moral choices he must make in order to survive. Annie’s resilience was equally engaging; her determination to find her brother, while supporting Jude, added emotional depth and balance to the story.
The Australian setting was another standout element. It was refreshing to read post-apocalyptic fiction set somewhere familiar, and it gave the story a distinctive edge. Overall, Dawn in Ruins felt like a nostalgic nod to the era when dystopian and post-apocalyptic novels dominated the genre - while still feeling relevant and timely.
Thank you to Kelsey for reaching out, and to Magda Mizzi for the opportunity to read this book. I’m very much looking forward to continuing the series.
This was a fast-paced and engaging read that I found easy to sink into. While the shorter length made it a quick read, it also left me wanting more, with so many threads, characters, and unanswered questions that I’m keen to explore further as the series continues.
I particularly enjoyed the COVID-based premise. Grounding the apocalypse in a real, recent global event made the story feel unsettlingly realistic and prompted reflection on how we might respond during - and after - such a collapse.
Jude was a compelling character to follow, especially seeing who he has become and the moral choices he must make in order to survive. Annie’s resilience was equally engaging; her determination to find her brother, while supporting Jude, added emotional depth and balance to the story.
The Australian setting was another standout element. It was refreshing to read post-apocalyptic fiction set somewhere familiar, and it gave the story a distinctive edge. Overall, Dawn in Ruins felt like a nostalgic nod to the era when dystopian and post-apocalyptic novels dominated the genre - while still feeling relevant and timely.
Thank you to Kelsey for reaching out, and to Magda Mizzi for the opportunity to read this book. I’m very much looking forward to continuing the series.
December 16, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Dare I say I am in my post apocalyptic era?!
I recently finished watching The 100 and I’m both mad at myself for not finishing it when it was actively on tv, but also grateful because that last season was ROUGH! And then Dawn in Ruins came to me at the absolute best time!
This is a spinoff of a story I read a few months back by the same author. But here we got to experience Annie and Jude while they navigate this new world overwhelmed with VFPs after COVID changed everything, all while trying to save Annie’s brothers. This book would be better read in order after the first series for optimal understanding, however, it can be read as a standalone.
I was so invested in Annie and Jude in this book that I devoured these pages as I was reading them. I liked Annie’s sass and Jude’s mysterious demeanor. And while this is a YA read, it didn’t feel childish and was still enjoyable to read as an adult.
The storyline was always progressing and there was certainly never a dull moment. But there never is when every second is life or death. I loved how fearless and resilient these characters are. In their world, they technically have no choice other than taking the easy way out and succumbing to what is happening. But they choose to fight, to live, to survive.
Overall, this book was a quick and easy read. I really enjoyed the fluidity of the story, the natural progression of things, and how much I enjoyed these characters. And that epilogue left me wanting to know MORE! It’s safe to say I will keeping my eyes out for the best book!
Dare I say I am in my post apocalyptic era?!
I recently finished watching The 100 and I’m both mad at myself for not finishing it when it was actively on tv, but also grateful because that last season was ROUGH! And then Dawn in Ruins came to me at the absolute best time!
This is a spinoff of a story I read a few months back by the same author. But here we got to experience Annie and Jude while they navigate this new world overwhelmed with VFPs after COVID changed everything, all while trying to save Annie’s brothers. This book would be better read in order after the first series for optimal understanding, however, it can be read as a standalone.
I was so invested in Annie and Jude in this book that I devoured these pages as I was reading them. I liked Annie’s sass and Jude’s mysterious demeanor. And while this is a YA read, it didn’t feel childish and was still enjoyable to read as an adult.
The storyline was always progressing and there was certainly never a dull moment. But there never is when every second is life or death. I loved how fearless and resilient these characters are. In their world, they technically have no choice other than taking the easy way out and succumbing to what is happening. But they choose to fight, to live, to survive.
Overall, this book was a quick and easy read. I really enjoyed the fluidity of the story, the natural progression of things, and how much I enjoyed these characters. And that epilogue left me wanting to know MORE! It’s safe to say I will keeping my eyes out for the best book!
February 5, 2026
Dawn in Ruins was an incredible introduction into the post-apocalyptic world that @magsmitzi creates and with finishing its final pages its only left me wanting more.
Our story starts after the events in the Fractured Reality series where COVID has plunged the world into chaos as people begin to mutate from the infection. In this book we follow Annie as she searches for her brother with the help of Jude who helped her escape from the prison that’s become of Cockatoo Island.
This Australian novel felt so real and raw. It frequently questions humanity as our protagonists find themselves in the most brutal of circumstances, as well as showcasing the unlikely friendship between Annie and Jude and the confusing emotions that swell in the innocence of adolescence.
I thought going into this book I’d solely be met with high action and witty banter, but coupled with that we are given such character depth from all those we meet along the way. We discover friendships, experience loss and grieve the world as it once was.
I really loved this book, it reminded me of when I was younger and had first read dystopian and post-apocalyptic books in high school. Enders Game, A City of Endless Light, Maze Runner, Taronga, Tomorrow When the War Began. If you are a fan of any of these I know for certain you’ll enjoy this. It doesn’t shy away from the realities of humanity even as unkind as they may be.
Also as someone from Western Sydney I really loved hearing all the places I know, I’ve never experienced this in a book before and I have such pride in where I am from and for stories based in Australia, I can’t wait to get my hands on other books by Magda Mizzi! 💖
Thank you so much to Kelsey for reaching out to see if I wanted a copy of Dawn in Ruins. I’m so thankful to have had the opportunity to read this book! 🥺
Our story starts after the events in the Fractured Reality series where COVID has plunged the world into chaos as people begin to mutate from the infection. In this book we follow Annie as she searches for her brother with the help of Jude who helped her escape from the prison that’s become of Cockatoo Island.
This Australian novel felt so real and raw. It frequently questions humanity as our protagonists find themselves in the most brutal of circumstances, as well as showcasing the unlikely friendship between Annie and Jude and the confusing emotions that swell in the innocence of adolescence.
I thought going into this book I’d solely be met with high action and witty banter, but coupled with that we are given such character depth from all those we meet along the way. We discover friendships, experience loss and grieve the world as it once was.
I really loved this book, it reminded me of when I was younger and had first read dystopian and post-apocalyptic books in high school. Enders Game, A City of Endless Light, Maze Runner, Taronga, Tomorrow When the War Began. If you are a fan of any of these I know for certain you’ll enjoy this. It doesn’t shy away from the realities of humanity even as unkind as they may be.
Also as someone from Western Sydney I really loved hearing all the places I know, I’ve never experienced this in a book before and I have such pride in where I am from and for stories based in Australia, I can’t wait to get my hands on other books by Magda Mizzi! 💖
Thank you so much to Kelsey for reaching out to see if I wanted a copy of Dawn in Ruins. I’m so thankful to have had the opportunity to read this book! 🥺
January 25, 2026
Why am I still thinking about this book? Probably for the same reason I was up until 1am finishing it.
When I tell you this story had me fighting the urge to skim read so I could find out what happens… flipping pages like a 15yo flipping burgers at Macca’s on a Friday evening. I was hooked!
This is so well written, that you can devour it in a day, BUT it is not an easy read. This is as gritty, traumatic and dystopian as you can get. It is bleak. It is gut-wrenching. But at its very essence, it is about the connection between characters in this world, their resilience, their loyalty and their humanity.
If you like stories such as The Walking Dead and The Last of Us, this book is for you. If you want a dystopian set in Australia, then this book has got you! If you want an ACTUAL slow burn, this book is it….and I need the next instalment already please Magda!
Note, this is a spin off from The Fractured Reality series. There are references to the previous series, however a synopsis is seamlessly blended so that you can start this series as a standalone.
Thank you to Kelsey from Book Publicity Services and Magda Mitzi (author) for providing me with a copy to read in return for an honest review.
When I tell you this story had me fighting the urge to skim read so I could find out what happens… flipping pages like a 15yo flipping burgers at Macca’s on a Friday evening. I was hooked!
This is so well written, that you can devour it in a day, BUT it is not an easy read. This is as gritty, traumatic and dystopian as you can get. It is bleak. It is gut-wrenching. But at its very essence, it is about the connection between characters in this world, their resilience, their loyalty and their humanity.
If you like stories such as The Walking Dead and The Last of Us, this book is for you. If you want a dystopian set in Australia, then this book has got you! If you want an ACTUAL slow burn, this book is it….and I need the next instalment already please Magda!
Note, this is a spin off from The Fractured Reality series. There are references to the previous series, however a synopsis is seamlessly blended so that you can start this series as a standalone.
Thank you to Kelsey from Book Publicity Services and Magda Mitzi (author) for providing me with a copy to read in return for an honest review.
January 11, 2026
TW: virus infection, violence, abuse (mentioned off page), death (children)
Imagine if back in 2020 when COVID-19 was first going around, instead of getting flu like symptoms it instead turned you into zombie.
This book was a mash up of Zombies (minus the songs & fourth wall bits) x 28 Days Later set in desolate Sydney which I really enjoyed reading.
The only thing that I think the book needed is a reference at the chapter heading as to who's POV it is (Annie or Jude) with a timeline indicator (e.g. 4 months. From chapter 18 you can tell who's chapter it is but before then it goes between Annie & Jude which sometimes got a little confusing.
There are bits that you as an adult may get frustrated at but you gotta remember that the characters are teenagers who are having to adapt to a desolated environment and are having to grow up pretty quickly.
We see Annie (FMC) grow from an impatient teen who needs to save her brother to a young woman who has learned to slow down, listen and assess the situation. Her mission to rescue her little brother is still a priority but she learns that sometimes you need to let the storm pass in order to move forward.
Jude (MMC) tries to keep the little humanity that he has left despite being infected & taken prisoner by people (different groups) who clearly revel in being in power & taking advantage of it.
After narrowly escaping Cockatoo Island, Annie & Jude have one mission - rescue Annie's brother Lucas who was taken by the same people who experimented on Jude turning him into a half-infected / half-human.
Planning to travel North by boat, they make their way through a desolate Sydney to Jude's last place of residence to get prepared for their journey.
On the day they ship out, a massive storm hits turning over their boat & separating them.
16 months later they reunite under dire circumstances, find shelter & plan to go North like they originally planned to find & rescue Lucas.
Imagine if back in 2020 when COVID-19 was first going around, instead of getting flu like symptoms it instead turned you into zombie.
This book was a mash up of Zombies (minus the songs & fourth wall bits) x 28 Days Later set in desolate Sydney which I really enjoyed reading.
The only thing that I think the book needed is a reference at the chapter heading as to who's POV it is (Annie or Jude) with a timeline indicator (e.g. 4 months. From chapter 18 you can tell who's chapter it is but before then it goes between Annie & Jude which sometimes got a little confusing.
There are bits that you as an adult may get frustrated at but you gotta remember that the characters are teenagers who are having to adapt to a desolated environment and are having to grow up pretty quickly.
We see Annie (FMC) grow from an impatient teen who needs to save her brother to a young woman who has learned to slow down, listen and assess the situation. Her mission to rescue her little brother is still a priority but she learns that sometimes you need to let the storm pass in order to move forward.
Jude (MMC) tries to keep the little humanity that he has left despite being infected & taken prisoner by people (different groups) who clearly revel in being in power & taking advantage of it.
After narrowly escaping Cockatoo Island, Annie & Jude have one mission - rescue Annie's brother Lucas who was taken by the same people who experimented on Jude turning him into a half-infected / half-human.
Planning to travel North by boat, they make their way through a desolate Sydney to Jude's last place of residence to get prepared for their journey.
On the day they ship out, a massive storm hits turning over their boat & separating them.
16 months later they reunite under dire circumstances, find shelter & plan to go North like they originally planned to find & rescue Lucas.
January 26, 2026
I couldn’t put this book down.
I really enjoyed reading this story! Annie is strong but yet innocent. She shows determination and independence. Jude is protective and caring but also innocent in his feelings. He shows remorse but I would like to see how else he develops in the next book.
This is set in a world that has crashed after a virus has seeped through. I haven’t read the first series which may give more insight to how the world became like this but I felt you could still read this without the extra information. The story opens and describes it well so you understand what is happening. It does jump a bit between past and present to explain why Jude and Annie are in the situation they are in.
So many trials they both have to over come and I felt that there is going to be so much more that gets unwrapped in the next book.
I love the interaction between both of them and I can’t wait to read more of what happens.
I really enjoyed reading this story! Annie is strong but yet innocent. She shows determination and independence. Jude is protective and caring but also innocent in his feelings. He shows remorse but I would like to see how else he develops in the next book.
This is set in a world that has crashed after a virus has seeped through. I haven’t read the first series which may give more insight to how the world became like this but I felt you could still read this without the extra information. The story opens and describes it well so you understand what is happening. It does jump a bit between past and present to explain why Jude and Annie are in the situation they are in.
So many trials they both have to over come and I felt that there is going to be so much more that gets unwrapped in the next book.
I love the interaction between both of them and I can’t wait to read more of what happens.
January 27, 2026
Thank you so much to Magda and Kelsey from book publicity services, for sending me a copy to read and review.
This is the first book in a new series, set after the Fractured Reality series. It is set in an apocalyptic world where COVID led to the end of humanity, turning everyone it infected into zombie like creatures. Just like the first series, Dawn in ruins is addictive, impossible to put down. It's thought provoking and so well written.
Annie and Jude are such loveable characters, so well written. That, along with the well timed suspense and tension, makes it impossible to stop reading.
If you're looking for a well written dystopian read, that will leave you thinking, long after you finish, this is the book for you.
This is the first book in a new series, set after the Fractured Reality series. It is set in an apocalyptic world where COVID led to the end of humanity, turning everyone it infected into zombie like creatures. Just like the first series, Dawn in ruins is addictive, impossible to put down. It's thought provoking and so well written.
Annie and Jude are such loveable characters, so well written. That, along with the well timed suspense and tension, makes it impossible to stop reading.
If you're looking for a well written dystopian read, that will leave you thinking, long after you finish, this is the book for you.
February 9, 2026
Dawn In Ruins by @magsmitzi 🙎🏻♀️🧟♂️💉
Review: Ten months after the worlds falls to Covid, New South Wales is looking rather post apocalyptic. The city that Annie grew up in is now in ruins. The infected are fast, vicious and in abundance. Though half infected, Jude isn’t quite human but definitely not a complete… monster.
I haven’t read anything like this since high school and I forgot how quick the pace is. I couldn’t slow down once I got started. The two characters Annie and Jude are so young, at first it was jarring how young Annie was. At only 14 she carried the weight of finding her brother Lucas who has been taken away. The weight of her siblings and family disappearing to Covid and the downfall of the world. Then it hit me, when shit happens it doesn’t matter how old you are but it sure as heck ages you. The way Annie was able to navigate the world was endearing, she was naive at times and stubbornly a survivor at others.
Jude’s story made me want to protect him from the adults he came across. How he thinks so little of himself even though he did absolutely nothing wrong to deserve what happened to him.
The way Annie and Jude were able to keep each other going, even for just one more day.
I was afraid when I was initially approached to read this but I’m so grateful I was! Diversifying my reading has come with such great surprises.
Now Magda, please give me more of Annie and Jude. I need to know what happens next 😭 especially for who they’re seeking!
Review: Ten months after the worlds falls to Covid, New South Wales is looking rather post apocalyptic. The city that Annie grew up in is now in ruins. The infected are fast, vicious and in abundance. Though half infected, Jude isn’t quite human but definitely not a complete… monster.
I haven’t read anything like this since high school and I forgot how quick the pace is. I couldn’t slow down once I got started. The two characters Annie and Jude are so young, at first it was jarring how young Annie was. At only 14 she carried the weight of finding her brother Lucas who has been taken away. The weight of her siblings and family disappearing to Covid and the downfall of the world. Then it hit me, when shit happens it doesn’t matter how old you are but it sure as heck ages you. The way Annie was able to navigate the world was endearing, she was naive at times and stubbornly a survivor at others.
Jude’s story made me want to protect him from the adults he came across. How he thinks so little of himself even though he did absolutely nothing wrong to deserve what happened to him.
The way Annie and Jude were able to keep each other going, even for just one more day.
I was afraid when I was initially approached to read this but I’m so grateful I was! Diversifying my reading has come with such great surprises.
Now Magda, please give me more of Annie and Jude. I need to know what happens next 😭 especially for who they’re seeking!
January 30, 2026
Are you after a true dystopian book? But not only that, a book that is set in Australia (Sydney to be exact) by an Australian indie author? Then Dawn in Ruins is for you?
After the Covid pandemic, some of the infected covid patients developed a deadly strain which turned them into VFP’s. After Annie & Jude escape the cage they were trapped in, Annie is desperate to find her brother Lucas. However, after a devastating turn of events, will that be possible?
I absolutely adored the setting for this book. Having lived in Sydney for 6 years as a teen, I could really connect with places. It made it feel a lot more real and you know, you don’t actually know if this could happen one day!
I really liked the dynamic between Annie & Jude. Annie is 14, lost way too much and has had to grow up too fast. Her growth throughout the book was so well done. Jude’s journey is absolutely freaking heartbreaking. What he’s had to endure is insane. I think this duo have the capabilities to be a powerhouse. My heart hurt so much for Hunter & Brian.
I think this book is marketed for 16 years and above making it YA. I do think it fits in to the YA genre but there are some bits that can be quite dark.
My only little nitpick would be is if a book has swearing it, I like it to be committed to. That’s just my personal preference.
Overall, I really enjoyed this story and think it’s a solid dystopian book. I’ll definitely be reading the next book when it’s out!
Thank you so much to Kelsey at Book Publicity Services & Magda Mizzi for a copy of this book to read!
After the Covid pandemic, some of the infected covid patients developed a deadly strain which turned them into VFP’s. After Annie & Jude escape the cage they were trapped in, Annie is desperate to find her brother Lucas. However, after a devastating turn of events, will that be possible?
I absolutely adored the setting for this book. Having lived in Sydney for 6 years as a teen, I could really connect with places. It made it feel a lot more real and you know, you don’t actually know if this could happen one day!
I really liked the dynamic between Annie & Jude. Annie is 14, lost way too much and has had to grow up too fast. Her growth throughout the book was so well done. Jude’s journey is absolutely freaking heartbreaking. What he’s had to endure is insane. I think this duo have the capabilities to be a powerhouse. My heart hurt so much for Hunter & Brian.
I think this book is marketed for 16 years and above making it YA. I do think it fits in to the YA genre but there are some bits that can be quite dark.
My only little nitpick would be is if a book has swearing it, I like it to be committed to. That’s just my personal preference.
Overall, I really enjoyed this story and think it’s a solid dystopian book. I’ll definitely be reading the next book when it’s out!
Thank you so much to Kelsey at Book Publicity Services & Magda Mizzi for a copy of this book to read!
January 22, 2026
So this is the spin off series called Distorted Horizon of the Fractured Reality series. Again there is world building at the beginning which might imply a lack of control of pov - though I did nto find this the case.
This is slower and more character driver than the previous series and while I think the characters may be a bit younger the themes are more adult.
What happens to Jude simply wrecked me. My god! I wanted to jump in there and save him. And Annie! I wanted to punch her and hug her at the same time. The impulsiveness, the guilt, the regret. Both so innocent and then... not! And still there was hope at the end.
I can't wait to see what happens to these two. I am going straight to this authors website which is magdamizzi.com so that I can have updates on when the next book will be released. I need to know what happens to Annie and Jude.
This is slower and more character driver than the previous series and while I think the characters may be a bit younger the themes are more adult.
What happens to Jude simply wrecked me. My god! I wanted to jump in there and save him. And Annie! I wanted to punch her and hug her at the same time. The impulsiveness, the guilt, the regret. Both so innocent and then... not! And still there was hope at the end.
I can't wait to see what happens to these two. I am going straight to this authors website which is magdamizzi.com so that I can have updates on when the next book will be released. I need to know what happens to Annie and Jude.
January 25, 2026
Dawn In Ruins
This year I’m trying to read more reads out of my comfort zone as this was unexpectedly so good
This is an Australian Post Apocalyptic
Romance this is a great for fans of The Last of Us, The 100 and other end-of-the-world vibe books.
The book follows Annie and Jude, Annie’s brother is in danger and that motivates her and the desperate search she goes on. Jude was very mysterious.
They both just want to survive, which made for a good book you just want to keep reading to find out what happens
Will definitely be reading more from this author
This year I’m trying to read more reads out of my comfort zone as this was unexpectedly so good
This is an Australian Post Apocalyptic
Romance this is a great for fans of The Last of Us, The 100 and other end-of-the-world vibe books.
The book follows Annie and Jude, Annie’s brother is in danger and that motivates her and the desperate search she goes on. Jude was very mysterious.
They both just want to survive, which made for a good book you just want to keep reading to find out what happens
Will definitely be reading more from this author
January 29, 2026
Thank you to Magda and Kelsey from Book Publicity Services for the opportunity to read and review this book.
⭐️⭐️ ⭐️1/2 for Dawn in Ruins by Magda Mizzi, the first book in the Distorted Horizon series.
Set in the ruins of Sydney, Australia, Dawn in Ruins follows Annie and Jude after the world collapses in the aftermath of COVID and its deadly mutation, reminiscent of a Walking Dead style apocalypse. After a narrow escape from Cockatoo Island, Annie and Jude are driven by one main goal - saving Annie’s brother.
I really enjoyed this read, particularly Jude’s character. His selflessness and willingness to put others before himself made him incredibly likeable, which made the events later in the story all the more heartbreaking. Both Annie and Jude are well written, relatable characters, and I appreciated Annie’s growth toward the end. Especially when she begins prioritising Jude and his health over her single minded mission.
The epilogue was especially intriguing and left me eager to continue the series and see where their journey leads next.
Overall, this was a solid and engaging read. The writing is easy to follow and does a great job of immersing you in the world alongside the characters. One small suggestion would be to name chapters by character and include time indicators when the storyline splits, as the timeline does jump occasionally and this could help with clarity.
A good start to the series, and I’m definitely curious to see what comes next.
⭐️⭐️ ⭐️1/2 for Dawn in Ruins by Magda Mizzi, the first book in the Distorted Horizon series.
Set in the ruins of Sydney, Australia, Dawn in Ruins follows Annie and Jude after the world collapses in the aftermath of COVID and its deadly mutation, reminiscent of a Walking Dead style apocalypse. After a narrow escape from Cockatoo Island, Annie and Jude are driven by one main goal - saving Annie’s brother.
I really enjoyed this read, particularly Jude’s character. His selflessness and willingness to put others before himself made him incredibly likeable, which made the events later in the story all the more heartbreaking. Both Annie and Jude are well written, relatable characters, and I appreciated Annie’s growth toward the end. Especially when she begins prioritising Jude and his health over her single minded mission.
The epilogue was especially intriguing and left me eager to continue the series and see where their journey leads next.
Overall, this was a solid and engaging read. The writing is easy to follow and does a great job of immersing you in the world alongside the characters. One small suggestion would be to name chapters by character and include time indicators when the storyline splits, as the timeline does jump occasionally and this could help with clarity.
A good start to the series, and I’m definitely curious to see what comes next.
November 7, 2025
4.5 "...what do you do when you can?"
This is a great YA dystopian for fans of The Last of Us and other end-of-the-world vibe books. This is a world that threatens not just the body but the sense of humanity.
I liked the first trilogy as well, but these characters (Annie and Jude) from book 2 are more adult and confident. High-stakes moves Annie not just because of her brother's life in danger, but also after understanding the secrets behind it all. They don't start as ideal partners. He resists her help and antagonizes her a lot, not wanting to call her Annie, but Annabella and Bella. She keeps correcting him, ahah. He's all: Obey. Be quiet. Be what you're told. But that's not how she words. Her past is filled with fingers pointing that she was never enough, not capable, so she won't take this from Jude. I like the wave of VFPs (zombies) attacking. They are well-written scenes with tension, page page-turning kind of book with also well-balanced slow moments. And it's easy to read, not too long, good-sized font.
Jude is something more, filled with secrets, too. We start getting some hints that there's something different about him. Not all goals are completed in this first volume. So the journey continues.
My only remark (personal preference that doesn't ruin the reading) is that I would like to see a paragraph break between switching Povs. The author uses hints of time and action, but I would still prefer some kind of break.
I like how their relationship gets closer.
This is another book that would make a great video game (I like them a lot).
This is a great YA dystopian for fans of The Last of Us and other end-of-the-world vibe books. This is a world that threatens not just the body but the sense of humanity.
I liked the first trilogy as well, but these characters (Annie and Jude) from book 2 are more adult and confident. High-stakes moves Annie not just because of her brother's life in danger, but also after understanding the secrets behind it all. They don't start as ideal partners. He resists her help and antagonizes her a lot, not wanting to call her Annie, but Annabella and Bella. She keeps correcting him, ahah. He's all: Obey. Be quiet. Be what you're told. But that's not how she words. Her past is filled with fingers pointing that she was never enough, not capable, so she won't take this from Jude. I like the wave of VFPs (zombies) attacking. They are well-written scenes with tension, page page-turning kind of book with also well-balanced slow moments. And it's easy to read, not too long, good-sized font.
Jude is something more, filled with secrets, too. We start getting some hints that there's something different about him. Not all goals are completed in this first volume. So the journey continues.
My only remark (personal preference that doesn't ruin the reading) is that I would like to see a paragraph break between switching Povs. The author uses hints of time and action, but I would still prefer some kind of break.
I like how their relationship gets closer.
This is another book that would make a great video game (I like them a lot).
March 12, 2026
I admit when a friend recommended this to me I was a bit hesitant. But the Australian setting was surprisingly refreshing. And the dynamic between the two characters was excellently done. Jude is such a complex character. I went back and started reading Mizzi's first series as this one is a spin off and I wanted to know more about Jude and Annie. Looking forward to the release of book 2 which I hear will be later this month. Guess I'll have to finish the first series while I wait for its release.
December 4, 2025
An amazing spin-off that more than lives up to the original series. Dawn in Ruins expands the world in all the right ways, delivering fresh stakes and deeply engaging characters. What makes Dawn in Ruins stand out is that it’s not just another dystopian. Its about the characters: their guilt, grief, and that stubborn instinct to keep moving even when everything feels beyond fixing.
The dynamic between the protagonists is the core of the book. And the world building has a cinematic quality to it. I hope they make this one into a movie and I can't wait for the next book in the series.
The dynamic between the protagonists is the core of the book. And the world building has a cinematic quality to it. I hope they make this one into a movie and I can't wait for the next book in the series.
January 8, 2026
A brutal, emotional young adult post-apocalyptic survival story from Australian author Magda Mizzi that blends dystopian danger, found family, and quiet, stubborn hope.
Set in a world destroyed by a mutated virus, Dawn in Ruin follows Annie, a young girl who has already lost almost everything and is driven by one thing only: not losing the last piece of her family too. Along the way, she teams up with Jude, a mysterious and broken boy who is no longer fully human after being used in horrific experiments.
This story is packed with:
🖤 High-stakes survival
🔥 Constant tension and danger
🧠 Moral dilemmas and impossible choices
💔 Trauma, guilt, and healing
🤍 And slow, powerful character growth
Both Annie and Jude are young, flawed, and incredibly human, and watching them grow, break, and rebuild themselves in such a cruel world is the heart of this book. The action scenes are intense, the world feels harsh and the emotional moments hit hard.
What really stands out is how character-driven this story is. It’s not just about surviving monsters, it’s about surviving loss, guilt, and hopelessness, and still choosing to keep going.
The ending doesn’t leave you on a cliffhanger, but it absolutely leaves you needing book two immediately.
✨ Perfect for readers who love YA dystopian, post-apocalyptic worlds, emotional journeys, and survival stories with heart.
Set in a world destroyed by a mutated virus, Dawn in Ruin follows Annie, a young girl who has already lost almost everything and is driven by one thing only: not losing the last piece of her family too. Along the way, she teams up with Jude, a mysterious and broken boy who is no longer fully human after being used in horrific experiments.
This story is packed with:
🖤 High-stakes survival
🔥 Constant tension and danger
🧠 Moral dilemmas and impossible choices
💔 Trauma, guilt, and healing
🤍 And slow, powerful character growth
Both Annie and Jude are young, flawed, and incredibly human, and watching them grow, break, and rebuild themselves in such a cruel world is the heart of this book. The action scenes are intense, the world feels harsh and the emotional moments hit hard.
What really stands out is how character-driven this story is. It’s not just about surviving monsters, it’s about surviving loss, guilt, and hopelessness, and still choosing to keep going.
The ending doesn’t leave you on a cliffhanger, but it absolutely leaves you needing book two immediately.
✨ Perfect for readers who love YA dystopian, post-apocalyptic worlds, emotional journeys, and survival stories with heart.
January 21, 2026
Tropes:
•YA
•Dystopian
•Post Apocalyptic
•Zombies
•Half Infected MMC
•Found Family
•Forced Proximity
•Slow Burn
This is a dystopian, post apocalyptic romance. Love zombies? This is for you! Set in Sydney Australia
Annie our FMC is tasked to find her brother who has been abducted and being experimented on. Much like our MMC Jude, who is half infected by the virus and has been experimented and altered himself. Annie doesn’t want her brother to have the same fate.
They work together to find him and save him, this leads to a brewing romance.
If you love the walking dead or any zombies movies this book is definitely for you !
•YA
•Dystopian
•Post Apocalyptic
•Zombies
•Half Infected MMC
•Found Family
•Forced Proximity
•Slow Burn
This is a dystopian, post apocalyptic romance. Love zombies? This is for you! Set in Sydney Australia
Annie our FMC is tasked to find her brother who has been abducted and being experimented on. Much like our MMC Jude, who is half infected by the virus and has been experimented and altered himself. Annie doesn’t want her brother to have the same fate.
They work together to find him and save him, this leads to a brewing romance.
If you love the walking dead or any zombies movies this book is definitely for you !
January 31, 2026
Dawn in Ruins (The Distorted Horizon #1) is an Australian dystopian read centred around a post apocalyptic Sydney after the COVID outbreak.
Firstly, thank you so much Magda & Kelsey from Book Publicity Services for sending me a copy of this!
With the FMC being only 14 through this book, it is very clearly marketed and targeted at the YA audience and done very well. Annie & Jude went through many dark and triggering moments together and I loved seeing their character growth from a more juvenile point of view - it really made you connect and reflect on what you would have done if this was you as a teen.
I also enjoyed that eat chapter seemed to switch between both POV which gave a really good insight into what all characters were feeling/seeing. This definitely provoked emotions in the best ways and I loved the imagery it provided!
Very much “the last of us” vibes! Definitely recommend.
Firstly, thank you so much Magda & Kelsey from Book Publicity Services for sending me a copy of this!
With the FMC being only 14 through this book, it is very clearly marketed and targeted at the YA audience and done very well. Annie & Jude went through many dark and triggering moments together and I loved seeing their character growth from a more juvenile point of view - it really made you connect and reflect on what you would have done if this was you as a teen.
I also enjoyed that eat chapter seemed to switch between both POV which gave a really good insight into what all characters were feeling/seeing. This definitely provoked emotions in the best ways and I loved the imagery it provided!
Very much “the last of us” vibes! Definitely recommend.
February 6, 2026
First of all big thanks to Magda and Kelsey for allowing me to read this amazing story. If you like sci-fi or dystopian universes, very similar to The Last of Us, this book is ideal for you.
Can’t wait to see what happens next with Annie and Jude after everything.
Can’t wait to see what happens next with Annie and Jude after everything.
February 17, 2026
4.5 🌟 Rating from me.
I was hooked within the first few pages — and as someone who doesn’t usually gravitate toward dystopian reads, that’s saying something.
Set in the ruins near Sydney post an apocalyptic event, Annie is searching for her last surviving sibling, Lucas, in this virus-ravaged world. Along the way she meets Jude, not quite human, not quite monster — whose scars run deeper than the apocalypse itself. Together, they form an alliance to find Lucas.
The plot is suspenseful, but it’s not just about survival in this crazy world where you don't know what's around the corner...it’s about the humanity that shows through — heartbreak, cruelty, loyalty, friendship, and quiet resilience and hope – when everything else has fallen apart.
The characters felt real and relatable; I found myself silently cheering them on through every setback.
Safe to say… I’m officially converted.
Thanks to @magsmitzi
and Kelsey @bookpublicityservices.
I was hooked within the first few pages — and as someone who doesn’t usually gravitate toward dystopian reads, that’s saying something.
Set in the ruins near Sydney post an apocalyptic event, Annie is searching for her last surviving sibling, Lucas, in this virus-ravaged world. Along the way she meets Jude, not quite human, not quite monster — whose scars run deeper than the apocalypse itself. Together, they form an alliance to find Lucas.
The plot is suspenseful, but it’s not just about survival in this crazy world where you don't know what's around the corner...it’s about the humanity that shows through — heartbreak, cruelty, loyalty, friendship, and quiet resilience and hope – when everything else has fallen apart.
The characters felt real and relatable; I found myself silently cheering them on through every setback.
Safe to say… I’m officially converted.
Thanks to @magsmitzi
and Kelsey @bookpublicityservices.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 1, 2026
This was a fast-paced YA dystopian reminiscent of Tomorrow When the War Began and the 100 series. Set in Sydney, Australia, it follows Annie and Jude in the aftermath of a post-apocalyptic world that COVID destroyed leading to an infected population of ‘zombies’. The themes are quite adult despite it being a YA read.
There was a big time skip towards the end which felt a bit too quick, I wanted more! I enjoyed that it focuses a lot on the budding young love between Annie and Jude, the latter who is immune to the virus. I’m looking forward to more by Magda Mizzi including the Fractured Reality series.
There was a big time skip towards the end which felt a bit too quick, I wanted more! I enjoyed that it focuses a lot on the budding young love between Annie and Jude, the latter who is immune to the virus. I’m looking forward to more by Magda Mizzi including the Fractured Reality series.
February 2, 2026
Magda Mizzi’s Dawn in Ruins is a powerful and immersive read. The world she builds is rich with detail, and her characters feel incredibly authentic. It’s clear she’s put a lot of thought into crafting a setting that feels both real and thought-provoking. I love that it is set in Australia. The plot is unpredictable and emotionally charged and, at times, gut-wrenching, keeping you engaged throughout. Mizzi’s writing is clear yet evocative, and her ability to draw you into the story is something special - I read this in one weekend. If you’re after a gripping, thought-provoking novel, this one’s definitely worth your time.
February 19, 2026
Dawn In Ruins is a young adult dystopian romance that follows Jude and Annie as they fight to survive in a devastated Sydney after the apocalyptic fallout of a mutated COVID virus.
I found this to be an engaging and accessible read, especially for younger readers looking to explore the dystopian genre. The Sydney setting added a strong sense of realism and familiarity, which made the stakes feel even more immediate. I also thought the concept of the COVID virus evolving into the catalyst for zombie-like creatures was a creative and chilling twist on recent history.
Overall, this is a solid entry into YA dystopian fiction with a relatable backdrop and plenty of tension.
Thank you to Kelsey at Book Publicity Services for providing me with a copy to read and review.
I found this to be an engaging and accessible read, especially for younger readers looking to explore the dystopian genre. The Sydney setting added a strong sense of realism and familiarity, which made the stakes feel even more immediate. I also thought the concept of the COVID virus evolving into the catalyst for zombie-like creatures was a creative and chilling twist on recent history.
Overall, this is a solid entry into YA dystopian fiction with a relatable backdrop and plenty of tension.
Thank you to Kelsey at Book Publicity Services for providing me with a copy to read and review.
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