End of Crows: Book One
2022 READERS' FAVORITE INTERNATIONAL GOLD MEDAL WINNER YA ADVENTURE
End of Crows brings the incredible fight for freedom like Red Dawn, the tyrannical future government like Hunger Games, blended with hope and magic.
The Revolutionary War of 2026 was a hard lesson. The citizens of the United States lost to the tyrannical government known as the Dominion. What used to be the beautiful Colorado mountains is now a hiding place for the Crows; citizens who were able to escape the Dominion's reach.
The Dominion punishes those who disobey. PIMs, known as personal identification microchips, are surgically implanted into the mandible of humans at birth, and programmed to detonate should someone decide to rise against the Dominion’s laws.
Seventeen-year-old Willow Danner was raised under the Dominion tyranny, but her parents had been born free. Growing up with a plan to vanish, Willow and her family finally escape into the mountains and the safety of the Crows’ Faction. Instead of finding asylum, Willow finds she is the object of scrutiny. Worried she exchanged one form of imprisonment for another, she decides to take fate into her own hands, and trust her instincts. As she fights for her independence, someone else wants to drag her back behind Dominion walls.
Lingenfelter's writing is descriptive and immersive, with a richly realized world that is full of detail and texture. The characters are well-drawn and complex, with motivations and desires that feel real and compelling. The book's protagonist, is particularly well-developed, with a fascinating backstory that informs her actions and decisions throughout the story.
The book's themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the corrupting influence of power are explored in a way that is both thought-provoking and engaging. The action is fast-paced and intense, with Lingenfelter's skillful use of tension and suspense keeping readers on the edge of their seats
With a dystopian setting and a cast of characters fighting for their freedom against an oppressive government, this book is perfect for fans of "The Hunger Games" and other similar stories. The author's writing is fast-paced and direct, making for a thrilling read that is hard to put down.
Overall, this book is a fantastic addition to the genre and a must-read for anyone who loves action-packed adventures.