Since the publication of her first book The Goose Girl in 2003, Shannon Hale has become a beloved author to young readers as well as booksellers. Her third novel, Princess Academy, was awarded a Newbery Honor and was a New York Times bestseller. Shannon has also written for adults, including Austenland, recently released as a major feature film. She lives near Salt Lake City in Utah, with her husband, the author Dean Hale, and their four children. www.shannonhale.com
Shannon Hale's books blow me away. When I read them I get lost in the magic - her stories ARE magic. * Stephenie Meyer * Master storyteller Hale takes readers to dizzying new heights. Layered with gritty action and heartfelt characters, DANGEROUS is a can't-miss adventure * Kiersten White, New York Times bestselling author of PARANORMALCY * One of the best books I've ever read. Ever. It's chock full of intrigue, suspense, and clever, authentic, wonderful humor. I'm in love with this book * James Dashner, New York Times bestselling author of THE MAZE RUNNER * Dangerous is exactly that-you will not be able to put this book down, nor will you be able to get its fantastic heroine, Maisie Brown, out of your head * Ally Condie * Fast paced and action packed, bubbling over with ideas and full of heart, Dangerous is a dangerously addictive read * Scott Westerfeld *