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The Scorpion Rules by Erin Bow

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In The Scorpion Rules, did you enjoy ...

... the tense power struggles and political maneuvering?

Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard

If you found yourself riveted by the shifting alliances and hostage politics in The Scorpion Rules, you'll love Red Queen. Mare Barrow, like Greta, is thrust into a deadly game of court intrigue where every move could mean life or death. The stakes are high, betrayals lurk at every turn, and the fate of nations hinges on the choices of a single, reluctant heroine.

... characters with complex morals and ambiguous loyalties?

This Savage Song by V. E. Schwab

Did you appreciate Greta's struggle with the moral cost of survival and leadership? In This Savage Song, you'll meet August and Kate—two protagonists on opposite sides of a monstrous conflict, each forced to question what makes someone human or a monster. Their decisions blur the lines between right and wrong, making for a thought-provoking and emotionally charged read.

... seeing young characters grow under extreme circumstances?

The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness

If Greta's journey from sheltered hostage to defiant leader resonated with you, The Knife of Never Letting Go offers a similarly powerful coming-of-age arc. Todd Hewitt is forced to flee everything he knows, confronting harsh truths and making choices that will shape who he becomes, all under relentless pressure and danger.

... detailed, imaginative worlds with unique societal structures?

The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon

Were you fascinated by the intricate, AI-ruled world and the rules binding the Children of Peace? The Bone Season plunges you into a meticulously built dystopia where clairvoyants are hunted and society is shaped by strict hierarchies. Like Erin Bow, Samantha Shannon crafts a world full of danger, secrets, and ethical dilemmas.

... stories that use dystopian futures to explore technology, control, and resistance?

Feed by M. T. Anderson

If the AI overlord Talis and the chillingly logical rules of the future in The Scorpion Rules intrigued you, Feed offers a satirical and haunting look at a world where technology dominates every aspect of life. With its biting social commentary and unsettling vision of the future, it's a perfect match for readers who enjoy dystopian elements and big questions about humanity's direction.

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