Description
Seventeen-year-old Rue Volley finds herself on the brink of becoming something other than human as she grapples with her unusual heritage. With her mother, Grace, residing in the enigmatic Rolling River Asylum, Rue's life is overshadowed by dark secrets and the mysteries that entwine her family. The asylum holds whispers of the past, and as Rue delves deeper into her family's history, she uncovers the truth about her mother's condition and her own emerging powers.
As she navigates the complexities of adolescence alongside the looming threat of immortality, Rue discovers allies and enemies among those who seek to control the light and blood that flow through her veins. The world around her becomes a battleground of ancient forces, pushing Rue to confront her destiny and the choices that define her. Every revelation pulls her further into a web of intrigue, forcing her to question not only who she is but what she is destined to become.
As she navigates the complexities of adolescence alongside the looming threat of immortality, Rue discovers allies and enemies among those who seek to control the light and blood that flow through her veins. The world around her becomes a battleground of ancient forces, pushing Rue to confront her destiny and the choices that define her. Every revelation pulls her further into a web of intrigue, forcing her to question not only who she is but what she is destined to become.
Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
568 pages
Language
English
Published
Nov 18, 2010
Publisher
Vamptasy Publishing
Editions
6 editions
ISBN-10
1452090386
ISBN-13
9781452090382