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Jess Lourey
Jess Lourey writes psychological thrillers and crime fiction, including the bestseller Unspeakable Things. Based in Minnesota, she often uses real-life cold cases to ground her stories about the secrets
The Verdant Cage
Synopsis
In Noah's Valley, seventeen-year-old Apothecary Rose Allgood has always believed the towering Wall protects her people. But when her mother is murdered and her twin brother is condemned, Rose begins to question everything. Forced to team up with her nemesis's son, she uncovers hidden messages and forbidden knowledge, realizing the Wall might be keeping something in, not just out. This dystopian thriller will appeal to readers who enjoy stories of rebellion against a world built on lies.
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Characters
Rose AllgoodProtagonist
Rose's motherSupporting
Rose's twin brotherSupporting
son of her nemesisSupporting
Frequently asked questions
Is this book part of a series?
This is the first installment in the Verdant series, which is intended to be read in order, with the second book, The Violet Maze, scheduled for release in May 2027.
