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When a tyrannical governing body seizes control of the planet’s resources, young Eden finds herself compelled to escape the oppressive regime. Determined to find a friend and a safe haven, she ventures toward a neutral island. Along her perilous journey she encounters dangerous enemies, deadly traps, and harsh survival challenges that test her ingenuity, courage, and the strength of her friendships.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Science Fiction/Military Science Fiction
Authors: Kayla Olson
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