Description: Ten teens are left alone in the wilderness during a three-day survival test in this multi-authored novel. Inspired by The Canterbury Tales, the characters are enticed to tell a story with the promise of a cash prize. The stories range from noir-inspired revenge tales to mythological stories of fierce heroines and angry gods. 5 1/2 x 8 5/16.
Brief description: Shaun David Hutchinson is the author of numerous books for young adults, including The Past and Other Things That Should Stay Buried, The Apocalypse of Elena Mendoza, At the Edge of the Universe, and We Are the Ants. He also edited the anthologies Violent Ends and Feral Youth and wrote the memoir Brave Face, which chronicles his struggles with depression and coming out during his teenage years. He lives in Seattle, where he enjoys drinking coffee, yelling at the TV, and eating cake. Visit him at ShaunDavidHutchinson.com or on Twitter @ShaunieDarko.
Review Quotes: "A compelling examination of the teen psyche." -Booklist, starred review
"From the first sentence, collection editor Hutchinson grabs readers... A compelling, uncomfortable narrative." -Kirkus Reviews "Though the voices are distinct, it's the overall experience of disparate people finding common understanding that lingers." -Publishers Weekly "Edgy stories showcase the depth and breadth of styles in a new crop of writers for young adults." -School Library Journal