Virtual Worlds, Power Plays And Dystopian Danger
A future shaped by virtual reality and control sets the stage for this YA dystopian sci-fi opener. Chloe Gong brings together sharp world-building, urgent stakes and fierce ambition, making it an exciting series start for readers who want pacey action alongside a high-concept speculative premise.
Virtual Worlds, Power Plays And Dystopian Danger
A future shaped by virtual reality and control sets the stage for this YA dystopian sci-fi opener. Chloe Gong brings together sharp world-building, urgent stakes and fierce ambition, making it an exciting series start for readers who want pacey action alongside a high-concept speculative premise.
- Book Synopsis
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Ideal for readers who:
- Enjoy dystopian YA with a cyberpunk edge
- Are drawn to virtual worlds, power struggles and high-stakes rebellion
- Like futuristic stories where technology shapes who survives
- Want a fast, stylish series opener with bold world-building
EVERYBODY WANTS TO RULE THE WORLD . . .
'A high-voltage, whip-smart adventure' AVA REID
'A cyberpunk masterpiece' XIRAN JAY ZHAO
From Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Chloe Gong comes the start of a daring new dystopian series where humanity has moved to virtual reality to flee their deteriorating world, following two young soldiers who must depend on unlikely allies in their fight for survival.
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To escape rising seas and rampant epidemics, most of society lives "upcountry" in glistening virtual reality, while those who can't afford the subscription are forced to remain in crumbling "downcountry."
But upcountry isn't perfect. A cold war rages between two powerful nations, Medaluo and Atahua - and no one suffers for it more than the Medan orphans in Atahua. Their enrollment at Nile Military Academy is mandatory. Either serve as a soldier, or risk being labelled a spy.
READERS ARE READY
'Thank you mother for feeding us," we all chant in unison!'
'Whatever Chloe Gong writes, I read'
'I'm a simple girl, I see "YA cyberpunk" written by Chloe Gong, I click want to read'
'MOTHER IS ABOUT TO EAT ONCE AGAIN'
'OH I'm SAT'
- About The Author
- Chloe Gong is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of critically acclaimed fantasy and science fiction novels, including These Violent Delights, Immortal Longings and Coldwire. Her books have been published in over twenty countries and she was named one of Forbes' 30 Under 30 for 2024. Chloe graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in English and International Relations. Born in Shanghai and raised in Auckland, New Zealand, she is now located in New York City.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9781399732369
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- Hodderscape, (04 November 2025)
- Number of Pages
- 483
- Weight
- 600 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 232 x 150 x 44 mm
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