In this dystopian fantasy from a New York Timesโbestselling author, a teen put in quarantine due to a mysterious illness uncovers a government conspiracy.
As a lethal plague sweeps through the land, Ani Mells is shocked when she is unexpectedly captured by the governorโs wardens and forced to submit to a test for the deadly Scourge. She is even more surprised when the test results come back positive, and she is sent to Attic Island, a former prison turned refugeโand quarantine colonyโfor the ill. The Scourgeโs victims, Ani now among them, can only expect to live out short, painful lives there. However, Ani quickly discovers that she doesnโt know the whole truth about the Scourge or the Colony. Sheโs been caught in a devious plot, and, with the help of her best friend, Weevil, Ani means to uncover just what is actually going on. But will she and Weevil survive long enough to do so?
The Scourge is an explosively thrilling tale of adventure and intrigue, courage and heart from New York Times bestselling author Jennifer A. Nielsen.
โNielsenโs polished fantasy smoothly combines medieval elements with hints of mystery and romance . . . it delivers a significant message about how misinformation breeds intolerance.โ โPublishers Weekly
โThe characters are well defined and memorable. Feisty Ani, a likable character who is thoughtful and strong, drives the story forward and keeps readers wanting to know more . . . โ โSchool Library Journal