The Unknown (The Unknown, #1)

"I have read hundreds of books and it is extremely rare for me to be surprised or give 5 stars. I almost always anticipate the plot twists. I thought I had this one all figured out from the very beginning. I couldn't have been more wrong! An exhilarating, emotional, fast paced read that I couldn't put down. This story was utterly unique." - Justine, Book Catharsis ★★★★★

EIGHT KIDS ARE LOCKED IN A TRAVELING PRISON.
BUT WHY?

Eight kids, ages nine to seventeen, awaken to find that almost everything they have ever known has been stolen from them. They were ripped from their beds in the middle of the night and transported to an unfamiliar and unforgiving new world where there are strict rules, and they are punished if they refuse to obey.

As the kids grapple with their mysterious new reality, they struggle with disconcerting questions. Where in the world are they? Why were they taken away from their families? Will they ever get to go back home? And the most frightening question of all: Will this be the place where they die?

If you like fast-paced mysteries with intriguing suspense, characters trapped together in a world filled with secrets, found-family friendship, clean romance, short captivating chapters, and multiple jaw-dropping plot twists and turns that keep you guessing until the end, don't miss this exciting new novel!

What readers are saying about THE UNKNOWN:

"Gripping. Unique. Lots of mystery and intrigue. I finished reading this book in awe." - Carly, Goodreads ★★★★★

"I read A LOT and this book had lots of surprises which I didn't see coming. I definitely could not put this one down! I truly loved this book!" - Michelle, Goodreads ★★★★★

"Lots of suspense, twists, and turns. I never saw the ending coming. It was a total surprise and explained everything!" - Karon, Goodreads ★★★★★

What teachers are saying about THE UNKNOWN:

”Great book for any student that says ‘I get bored quickly!’ Trust me! You won’t with J.W. Lynne’s The Unknown!” - Mr. Stefanelli

"I am an ELA educator, and my class is reading and analyzing The Unknown. We have approximately 200 IB students. They are engaging with this book. It is so relevant to them. It has been a real blessing." - Mr. Nelson

"Keeps you guessing until the end. If you like adventurous mysteries with great characters, then I highly recommend this book. 10 out of 10 stars." - Ms. Murray

"After teaching The Unknown I ordered the sequel (The Haven) and my 8th graders couldn't put it down! These books are amazing for teens and adults!" - Melissa

THE UNKNOWN is book one in a completed series of two novels.

Books in the UNKNOWN series:

Book 1: THE UNKNOWN
Book 2: THE HAVEN

THE UNKNOWN can be enjoyed as a standalone.

THE HAVEN is sold separately.

Recommended reading age: 12 years old to adult

Romance: Clean romance (rated PG)

Language: Clean language (rated PG)

Reading experience: Unputdownable, Fast paced, Short chapters, Easy to read, Fun to read, Empowering

Teacher recommended grade level: 6th grade and up

Lead protagonists: Both male and female lead protagonists (ranging in age from nine to seventeen years old)

Genres (in order of importance): mystery, suspense, coming of age, thriller, dystopian, action, survival adventure, speculative fiction, science fiction, young adult, teen fiction

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