The Mark

Set in a dystopian future ravaged by the Conflagration, individuals in the State of Mangeria are controlled by a mark on their spines that dictates their roles and partners. As Juliet Seven, known as Ettie, approaches her 15th birthday, she faces a predetermined life as a drudge. However, she chooses to defy her fate, setting off a chain of events that fulfills a long-standing prophecy. With unexpected twists and a unique heroine, this novel explores themes of destiny, rebellion, and the struggle against oppressive systems.