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Product Description Warcross meets Lost in this haunting young adult sci-fi thriller in which teens compete to survive in the wilderness for one million dollars on a new virtual reality show. When something goes horribly wrong and the contestants realize no one is coming to save them, they must question their very reality—and how much of the game is really for show. Each contestant has their own reasons—and their own secrets—for joining the new virtual reality show CUT/OFF that places a group of teenagers alone in the wilderness. It’s a simple premise: whoever lasts the longest without “tapping out” wins a cash prize. Not only that, new software creates a totally unprecedented television experience, allowing viewers to touch, see, and live everything along with the contestants. But what happens when “tapping out” doesn’t work and no one comes to save you? What happens when the whole world seemingly disappears while you’re stranded in the wild? Four teenagers must confront their greatest fears, their deepest secrets, and one another when they discover they are truly cut off from reality. Sci-fi, mystery, and romance converge in this high-stakes, fast-paced read that will leave you guessing to the very last moment. Review "Readers will appreciate the narrative range in this book as it echoes survivalist themes while mixing in tropes common to horror and romance. The plot delivers a number of satisfying twists while slowly revealing the motivations of the main characters....A genre-bending story that engages with themes of anxiety and trauma in imaginative ways. Recommended for readers who enjoy thrillers with elements of horror and romance." —School Library Journal "The novel’s characters—particularly Cam and River—are sturdy and distinctive enough to keep readers persuaded as the story line builds from sly commentary on reality television to trippy exploration of reality’s very nature."—Publishers Weekly "An intriguing, slow-burn mystery that takes its time developing the plot." —Booklist — About the Author Adrianne Finlay received her PhD in literature and creative writing from Binghamton University. Originally from Ithaca, New York, she now lives in Cedar Falls, Iowa with her husband, the poet J. D. Schraffenberger, and their two young daughters. She is an associate professor of English and the Program Director of Creative Writing at Upper Iowa University in Fayette, Iowa. When she’s not writing, reading, or grading, she’s making soap to sell locally, raising money for type 1 diabetes research.Visit adriannefinlayauthor.com. Excerpt. © Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Chapter 01 PROSPECTIVE CONTESTANT: RIVER ADAN AGE: 17 HEIGHT: 6'0" EYES: BLUE HAIR: DARK BROWN STUDENT, ONLINE EDUCATION, CLALLAM COUNTY, WASHINGTON EMERGENCY CONTACTS: JAMES IRWIN, UNCLE SEATTLE, WASHINGTON ELEANOR IRWIN, GRANDMOTHER TUCSON, ARIZONA PARENTS DECEASED, ACCIDENTAL DEATH/CAR ACCIDENT SECOND-ROUND INTERVIEW (EXCERPTS) INTERVIEW CONDUCTED BY SUPERVISING PRODUCER GREGORY HITCHENS HITCHENS: Now is the time in our interview when you can ask any nagging questions you might have for us. RIVER: How much longer will all this take? I figured since you guys came to me, asked me to apply, there wouldn't be this whole process. HITCHENS: Well, there's another interview, and the psych eval, and if you're selected you'll have the wilderness survival training. Though you hardly need it, you'll have to participate in the training if you're selected. Liability and all that. It's fundamentals'fire starting, shelter building, that kind of thing. Should be a piece of cake for you. Otherwise, the selection process is variable. So, I'd guess another week and then we'll do some paperwork. RIVER: My uncle is the one who really wanted me to do this. I'm not so sure. HITCHENS: He told us you'd be perfect for this when we spoke to him. And I have to say, your application is the best of the bunch. It's good stuff, River. You're not second-guessing, are you?
