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Set on the ruined island of Onewere, "Into the Wilderness" follows Maryam and her three companions as they escape the tyranny of the Apostles of The Lamb cult. Their survival hinges on finding a welcoming island beyond the desolation of their homeland. Along the journey, a sensitive romance develops between Maryam and fellow escapee Joseph, offering moments of tenderness amid relentless danger. The novel blends elements of scienceβfiction survival tales with themes of religious fundamentalism, refugee experience, and interpersonal bonds.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Science Fiction
Authors: Mandy Hager
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