Kayla Olson was raised in a small town in Texas where an infinite sea of stars still fills the night sky. Her first novel, The Sandcastle Empire, was followed by This Splintered Silence. Find her online at www.kaylaolson.com.
The Maze Runner meets Lost in this near-future sci-fi thriller that twists and turns all the way to the heart-pounding end! -- Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of the Across the Universe series and A World Without You The novel is in turns wistful and poetic. Filled with interesting characters and difficult scenarios, this debut is designed to leave readers thinking. -- Kirkus Reviews First-time author Olson creates a memorable mix of social upheaval, survival story, and trust issues. -- Booklist Readers will enjoy sinking into the thoughtfully constructed details of Olson's ravaged future Earth, as well as a number of terrifying action sequences that build to a game-changing twist. -- Publishers Weekly Readers who enjoy stories of adventure and exploration will appreciate the trials that Eden must endure as she explores the island. -- Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)