About the Book
EVERY FOUR YEARS, THE LABYRINTH AWAKENS. It shifts location, resets its deadly puzzles, and demands a new game. The rich pay for clues to find it and keys to get in, while the poor fight for entrance. This year, the first to reach the center wins control over the renowned trade vessels. Strange, because Ren specifically remembers her father—the captain—promised her those ships. But her father had the misfortune of going missing before revealing Ren as his hidden heir. And she’s never actually met him. Only through scraps of letters she keeps in a trunk, promising he’d return to the island for her someday.
There isn’t time for her father to explain. Ren has until sundown to find the labyrinth and get inside before its entrance is sealed.
Even if she makes it through the gate, she must race against others who are just as determined as she is—and far deadlier. Then there’s the Labyrinth Wolves. And the Stone Gods. And the son of her father’s enemy who takes a personal interest in Ren. She will fight for her birthright through wits, strength, and perhaps a bit of luck to be the one at the helm with her future begins.
May you find yourself in the labyrinth.
At least, may you not lose yourself.
A fast-paced young adult fantasy for fans of FABLE. (Goodreads)
My Thoughts
Finding clean fantasy novels can be a challenge and McCombs has made me want to read fantasy again! Wow! This story blew me away! Not only did it keep me up late, it left me on a cliffhanger that has me really NEEDING to read book two (which releases later this year)! This is my all time favorite by this author!
From my perspective, it has a Hunger Games and Fable vibe but its own unique plot that makes it all the better. I really like the mythical history that was added on how the Labyrinth and Stone gods came to be. Having tidbits of the past brought in to explain the present added layers I wasn't expecting. There are so many twists and turns and while there is a romantic plot line, get ready for surprises! This is not a predictable story and because of that I was thrilled with each chapter. This is one of the best fantasy novels I have read for awhile.
If you enjoy fantasy fiction, I highly recommend this story!
Five Stars!
"I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. I was not required to write a positive review."
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