Books matching: survival amid darkness
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Save:'Sunshine and Bullets' by Coralee June follows the story of Summer Bright, also known as Sunshine, who had a secret friendship with the local gang, the Bullets. After disappearing and living on the streets for years, she is found and reunited with the grown-up Bullets who still love her. The book delves into their complicated relationships, dark pasts, and the dangerous situations they find themselves in, all while uncovering the mysteries of Sunshine's past. The narrative is a mix of present-day events and flashbacks, keeping readers invested in the characters and the unfolding story.
Sneaking out of my parents’ two-story home was painfully anticlimactic. I didn't have to shimmy down the large white oak outside my window in my too-tight dress. Nor did I have to say I was going to a... - #2
Save:'Perdition' in the 'Dred Chronicles' series by Ann Aguirre is set in a prison ship where factions of prisoners battle for control. The story focuses on Dred, the Dread Queen, and Jael, a character from the Jax series. The plot revolves around the territorial conflicts within the ship, showcasing the characters' struggles for survival in a hopeless environment.
It began with crimson petals, threaded white, and ended with a black, black heart. Like mine. Since she’d taken Queensland half a turn ago, she had perfected the art of how much a captive could take b... - #3
Save:'Thorn' by Intisar Khanani is a fantasy fairytale retelling based on The Goose Girl story. The book follows Princess Alyrra, who faces mistreatment from her family and is betrothed to an unjust prince in a faraway kingdom. However, her journey takes a dark turn when she is betrayed and her identity is switched with her lady-in-waiting, leading her to live a life of hardship and labor. As Alyrra navigates her new reality, she must adapt and find her inner strength to face the challenges ahead, including a battle to save the realm and its prince. The story is a charming blend of fantasy, magic, and hope, with elements of corruption and justice woven throughout the plot.
We stand at the center of a semicircle of nobles, Mother two steps ahead of us. I sidle back, wishing I could leave. Lord Daerilin, standing to my left, raises a hand to hide his smirk but that only c... - #4
Save:'Dark Fae' by Quinn Blackbird is a dark and dystopian tale set in a world where the Dark Fae have invaded and are wreaking havoc on humanity. The story follows Coralie, a human trying to survive in this post-apocalyptic world, who becomes a captive of a Dark Fae warrior named Cliff. The narrative explores themes of survival, captivity, and the complex dynamics between humans and the Dark Fae, all set in a dark and dismal setting filled with violence and despair.
The writing style of Quinn Blackbird in 'Dark Fae' is described as gripping and immersive, with a focus on building realistic and flawed characters. The story unfolds in a dark and gritty manner, delving into the depths of human nature and the struggles faced by the characters in a world torn apart by the invasion of the Dark Fae.
Outside this little abandoned shop we’re cooped up in, the darkness is so thick that I can’t see the houses across the street. The road doesn’t look like a black river, because I can’t even see it. It...
