Fast paced dystopian that introduces a new mythology and centers on the lost boys of the Ikkuma pit. Low on romance, although I think that might change in the next book, if there is onw. Interesting world, and characters I was pulling for.

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Instantly, this book kind of reminded me of Lord of the Flies. Yet there is no cannibalism happening in this book. Well not between the boys anyways. However there are deaths. The world that Meaghan has built for this story was what I absolutely loved about this book. It felt futuristic but real at the same time as if I could imagine this world really existing. All of the boys were good. Yet there were some stand out stars like Blaze, Urgle, and even Urgle's little brother, Cubby. Although, I have to admit that my favorite was Urgle. He really immerged as the hero of the whole story. There is every in this book from an intriguing world, great characters, a believable storyline, action and intrigue, and a good ending. Worth your time to check out. ( )