Name: The Markings
ISBN: 9781087915173

Catherine A Downen

DATHER IS AN ISLAND THAT WAS ONCE KNOWN AS OHAU. A nation that rose from the ashes has divided itself. In this thrilling novel of friendship, family, and secrets Adaline runs for her life and learns the truth of her past along the way.

The Markings

Catherine Downen

DATHER IS AN ISLAND THAT WAS ONCE KNOWN AS OHAU. A nation that rose from the ashes after an asteroid shower has divided itself when people began to discover their unique powers. At sixteen-years-old Adaline sits in prison with her mother and younger brother, and today is Parting Day where more prisoners will be executed. After seven years of being spared, Adaline’s luck has run out. But she won’t go quietly or easily. Her life depends on her ability to escape the grasps of the King and find a place of freedom. Discovering her unique powers is the turning point Adaline needs to get a second chance at her freedom. In this thrilling novel of friendship, family, and secrets Adaline runs for her life and learns the truth of her past along the way.

Jordan

This book is SO good! If you like fantasy/adventure books this is the one for you! It reminds me a lot of the maze runner and divergent books along with the lesser known Gender Game books by Bella Forrest! 

At first I was worried that all the action was happening too fast too soon and that the book would get boring with not enough going on but man was I wrong! There were plenty of twists and turns and action and adventure! I never got bored once!! 

I'm in love with the two main characters, Alexander and Adaline, they both have amazing personalities and are so loveable! I read this story in just 2 days, I was so sucked in I never wanted to leave! I know I'll be doing the same with the second novel of the series, crowning keys! Another plus to this series is that it's a trilogy!! 

The author is also so amazing! I bought this book off her etsy account, I got the signed hardback with spraypainted edges and a complimentary bookmark. She was so kind and helpful and you can tell she cares so much! I'm so glad I decided to pay a little extra for all the little extras!

I 100% recommend this book to a friend!! You should give this story a try!!

ON NOVEMBER 12th, 5012 Adaline Sagel was thrown in prison with her mother and younger brother Titus. At sixteen years old Adaline still sits in the same cell now seven years later. Today is Parting Day, which means more prisoners will be executed. After seven years of being spared, Adaline's luck has run out. But she won't go quietly or easily. Adaline must escape from the prison and find a place where she can be free. In a world that has risen from the ashes, and magic is rumored to be true, Adaline may have luck on her side after all. THE MARKINGS is an action packed novel about friendship, family, lovers, and self growth.

The Markings

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