The Darkest Minds Novel - 1: The Darkest Minds - Movie Tie-In Edition

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In this gripping first installment of a thrilling series, Ruby wakes up on her tenth birthday to a shocking transformation that leads her parents to lock her away and call the authorities. Sent to a brutal government rehabilitation camp, she survives a mysterious disease that decimated America's youth, only to emerge with uncontrollable and frightening abilities. Now sixteen, Ruby is marked as one of the dangerous ones. When the truth about her powers is revealed, she narrowly escapes Thurmond and joins a group of fellow escapees: Zu, a young girl burdened by her past; Chubs, a smart but guarded boy; and Liam, their brave leader who is falling for Ruby. Despite her feelings for him, Ruby fears getting close due to the traumatic fate of her parents. As they search for East River, the last refuge for kids like them, they must evade relentless pursuers, including an organization intent on exploiting Ruby's powers in their battle against the government. As they draw closer to their dreams, Ruby faces a harrowing decision that could jeopardize her chance at a meaningful life.