In the aftermath of the Demise that shattered North America, survivors carved out a fragile existence among the ruins. But when seventeen-year-old Bria Averton is violently taken from her peaceful settlement, she discovers a far more sinister force at work. Beneath the surface of this broken world, the mysterious city of Talionis operates as a brutal military machine, transforming kidnapped teenagers into hardened soldiers. As Bria navigates this oppressive realm, submission becomes her weapon, and survival her rebellion. Yet what begins as one girl's fight for freedom evolves into something far more dangerous – a resistance that could reshape what remains of the continent. But Talionis's power runs deeper than anyone suspected, and the true scope of their influence could destroy everything the survivors have rebuilt. This multi-award-winning series combines pulse-pounding action with a chilling conspiracy that grows more complex with each installment.