From author Lou Collins, comes a new adult dystopian mystery for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and Never Let Me Go.
In a world where knowledge is currency, some debts are paid in blood.
Welcome to Scolaris, where knowledge is power, creativity is forbidden, and ignorance is the price of peace. Meet Quill, a servant in the Great Library, for whom the pursuit of knowledge is irresistible. Little does she know, her thirst for truth will lead her down a dangerous path.
When Quill stumbles upon a lifeless body and her master is accused of murder, her idyllic world is shattered. With her makeshift family in danger, she sets out to clear her master’s name and uncover the dark secrets lurking in the shadows of her society.
As she delves deeper into the elite circles of Scolaris, Quill discovers that everyone has something to hide. The truth is buried beneath layers of deception and danger, from trophy wives to enigmatic detectives. With time running out and danger at every turn, she must navigate a treacherous web of lies, theft, and blackmail to uncover the truth. But with each revelation, she learns that the knowledge she seeks may be her downfall.
Will Quill unravel the mystery in time to save herself and her loved ones? Or will the truth consume her and change her world forever?
Rally behind Quill in this gripping tale of intrigue, betrayal, and self-discovery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. This new adult dystopian mystery is a must-read for fans of luxurious world-building, unexpected twists, and unforgettable heroines. If you enjoyed the heart-pounding action of The Hunger Games or the thrilling dystopian world of Divergent, don’t miss The Death of Knowledge.
Praise for The Death of Knowledge
“A thrilling, fascinating mystery set in a society devoid of creativity, but rich in the pursuit of knowledge. A servant girl joins forces with a young city guard to solve a recent rash of murders, revealing an astounding conspiracy that stretches far beyond their cities. You will want to read this to the very end. If you adore mystery with a touch of fantasy, you’ll love The Death of Knowledge.”
Priya Khajuria, author of Bollywood P.I. California Dreaming ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A fantastic debut novel!
“A friend recommended this book to me, and it was a winner. This unique story is based around the fictional city of Scolaris, which is split up into five sectors and where knowledge is king. When someone is murdered in the city, Quill and Red take it upon themselves to search for the truth.
The writing style is unique and flows well, and the character development is spot on. If you’re an armchair sleuth and enjoy a good murder mystery, you’ll adore this book.”, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, Thrillerseeker, Goodreads review
“Are you seeking a new, sink-your teeth into, dystopian/futuristic fiction read to get into? For me, this ticks so many boxes and is like a perfect mash-up of like Handmaid’s Tale meets Noughts & Crosses meets The Northern Lights Trilogy meets a really good whodunit.” @reading_in_the_fast_lane, book blogger ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, Divergent by Veronica Roth, Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro, The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco, Moonflower Murders by Anthony Horowitz, The Night Raven by Sarah Painter, Magic and the Shinigami Detective by Honor Raconteur, The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick,
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