"A powerful story that grasps on many levels." - Midwest Book Reviews
"An action-packed outing for readers of all ages." - The BookLife Prize A teenage boy gifted with incredible power and a dangerous secret searches for his brother in a crumbling world.Alex knew the risks of revealing how special he was. But at twelve years old, a single mistake brought the world government to his doorstep and shattered his reality. His mother died that day, and his twin brother, Levi, was gone, leaving Alex orphaned and alone.
Five years later, Alex is still searching for Levi, determined to rebuild what he once had. He's stayed in the shadows, doing everything he can to avoid the government's attention. However, just as he uncovers a promising lead on his brother's whereabouts, the police spot him.
His window of opportunity closing faster than ever, Alex is forced to throw caution to the wind and make one final push in his search. But the government isn't his only threat. A dangerous man, even more ruthless than the authorities, has also learned of his abilities. As the walls close in, Alex must form an uneasy alliance with a band of outcasts. In so doing, he risks exposing them and everyone they care about to the same fate that destroyed his family.
The stakes higher than ever, Alex is faced with an impossible choice: protect his new allies, or sacrifice them all to save his brother. With no clear path forward, Alex will have to decide whether atoning for his past is worth sacrificing someone else's future.