Destitute

In a new world, children between the ages 10 and 17 are given a test that will determine if they have a deadly infection called the Bite, and their weaknesses and strengths. Everyone with the Bite are quickly sent to death. Sixteen year old Louisa never knew her father. She just knew that he was a Butcher, having the horrible job of killing underage children with the Bite. She has reached the age where she absolutely must be tested. Of course, you'd think Louisa would be scared. But she was taught that fear is evil. If you were scared, you would surely fail.

But when Louisa wakes up in a barren wasteland with few supplies and all alone, Louisa must overcome the odds facing her and survive; even if it means being completely and utterly terrified.

But Louisa finds out she is a part of the big Test. Along with a few companions she picks up along the way, Louisa and her team must fight against the many obstacles to find freedom. And maybe a little romance too.

(cover made by the awesome DreamLilies)