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. (Goodreads)
I liked this book quite a bit, but I did have some issues with it. I loved the whole idea of how their society is set up, and Day *gasp* He is amazing. I did have a few issues with it. I felt like *SPOILER* the romance started building kind of fast, especially for a couple fifteen year olds, but it wasn't too cheesy, so I was willing to enjoy it. The plot kept thickening as I read and kept me on the edge of my seat, though a couple times I was able to guess what happened long before Lu revealed it. I'm not sure if that was intentional or not.
Probably my biggest downer on it was that I started the book off thinking "I like this guy". By chapter two however I was having to add his name to my fictional character graveyard. And I had added several more to the headstones by the time I finished the book.
I had slight issue with the language- though it was 'mild' words, there were quite a few of them.
Those few issues aside though, I loved this book, and as soon as I get an ok on content, I'm going to read the sequel (that's a good sign people. I don't read sequels to books I don't like).
I'm gonna give this book three stars. But since I like Day so much, it's going to be three hearts instead.
<3 <3 <3
Ta da!
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