The amazing author of the Divergent trilogy has had a secret project for a while now. The cover, title, and more have been revealed.
Here's what you need to know: Roth's first book set outside of the Divergent universe is called Carve the Mark, its cover is gorgeous, it's the first in a series, and it's a sci-fi fantasy novel that takes place in a galaxy far away. In a world where everyone grows into a power known as their currentgift, some powers are made to be exploited. Cyra's ability, one that "gives her pain and power," means she's used by her brother, the tyrannical ruler of the Shotet people, as a tool of torture. Akos is a son of the peaceful Thuvhe people, but finds he's willing to do whatever it takes to win his brother's freedom when the two are abducted by Shotet soldiers.
Here's more from The Guardian: "It will be the first in a duology and Roth has said previously that it is a sci-fi fantasy set against a backdrop of political turmoil, telling the story of a boy named Akos who is kidnapped with his brother. To save his brother's life, Akos must try to form an unlikely alliance with the dictator's sister, Cyra, and dangerous mayhem – we are assured – will ensue."
Carve the Mark hits shelves January 17, and is available for pre-order now.
