Retainers
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When rebellion is a crime, courage becomes an act of defiance.
Nero is a sassy, rebellious teenager living under the shadow of the Peace Corps, a ruthless organization that rules with control and fear. Raised in isolation, he dreams of freedom and purpose beyond the forest's edge - but when an assassin named Frides is sent to kill him, his life is thrown into chaos.
In a shocking twist, Nero's guardian Criselda, a former Peace Corps soldier, strikes a dangerous deal that forces Frides to protect him instead. Together, the unlikely trio must cross a world ruled by corruption, hunting for the mysterious Retainers - a resistance of outlaws who dare to fight back against tyranny.
Retainers is a fast-paced coming-of-age fantasy about rebellion, loyalty, and identity - perfect for fans of dark shonen adventures, found-family stories, and heroes who blur the line between good and evil.
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