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Biome Lock

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The first book in an exciting and adventurous new series by thirteen-year-old author, Shanti Hershenson!

The biomes were never meant to be tampered with, and the barbed-wire fences were never meant to be crossed. The Biome Lock was a force of nature not to be reckoned with.

Thirty years after a harrowing alien invasion that left the remains of humankind living captive in separate biomes, the arrival of an atypical boy prompts an awakening of hope; a dream for a new age. As a greater mission unfolds, unrest begins to circulate in the furthest parts of the biomes, creating a threat to the once all-powerful regime of the Zorb…

Meet Griffin, an antsy boy who on his thirteenth birthday, finds himself thrown into the depths of these seemingly unrestrained prisons. He only saw the biomes as a way to get past his worst memories, but the past still whispered in his ears. Tragedy and pain lurk everywhere, and Griffin can’t hide.

Meet Kira, a haunted teenager who lives with a terrible secret, one that might get her hunted down and murdered. While everything about her seems normal, a cloud of fury hangs over her, all for something she chooses not to understand. And when a new ally falls ill, she will have to attempt the impossible, and face the demon that is herself.

Meet Colette, an upright girl who feels an otherworldly connection to a boy she's hardly ever spoken to, where only dreams can bind the two. As it all seems supernatural, he might just feel the same way, understanding all that she feels.

As these seemingly different minds come together, they are forced to combat their darkest moments and worst memories as they fight for their freedom. And whether they like it or not, they must choose what they really stand for, and who they truly are…

Welcome to the Biome Lock!

250 pages, Paperback

Published August 27, 2021

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Shanti Hershenson

37 books264 followers
Shanti Hershenson’s first two novellas were published when she was in the sixth grade, although her writing journey started long before then. Ever since she could hold a pencil, marker, or crayon, she was creating stories. They started from pictures, mere scribbles, and eventually, turned into captivating tales.

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September 3, 2021
I absolutely loved this first book in Shanti Hershenson's new Biome Lock series! She does such a fantastic job developing her characters, and the universe she has created is so imaginative and exciting! I am truly amazed at the story-writing skills of this this talented 13-year-old author. I can't wait to read the next books in the series!
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January 20, 2025
It was very good! I liked how the biomes were set up- like when we got to see the grass fields in comparison of the dark forest. Another thing I liked was the training montage it was very interesting to read. It’s also really good for a first book!! 5 stars
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