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The Testing

Series: The Testing
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The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau is a gripping young adult dystopian novel that follows protagonist Cia Vale as she undergoes a series of rigorous and dangerous tests to secure a place at the University. In a future world ravaged by war, Cia discovers that the testing process is filled with moral dilemmas and deadly challenges. As she navigates the treacherous tasks, she must decide who to trust in order to survive and achieve her ambitions.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a fan of dystopian tales with intelligent and determined young protagonists. The story weaves a thrilling narrative of survival and resilience, perfect for readers who love plots filled with challenges, moral dilemmas, and a touch of intrigue. If you appreciate strong character development and a dynamic storyline set in a post-apocalyptic world, this book will surely capture your imagination.

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A gripping futuristic thriller, perfect for fans of The Hunger Games.

A gripping futuristic thriller, perfect for fans of THE HUNGER GAMES

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It's graduation day for sixteen-year-old Malencia Vale, and the entire Five Lakes Colony (the former Great Lakes) is celebrating. All Cia can think about—or hope for—is whether she'll be chosen for The Testing, a United Commonwealth programme that selects the best and brightest new graduates to become possible leaders of the slowly revitalising post-war civilisation.

When Cia is chosen, her father finally tells her about his own nightmarish half-memories of The Testing. Armed with his dire warnings ("Cia, trust no one"), she bravely heads off to Tosu City, far away from friends and family, perhaps forever...

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The Testing by Joelle Charbonneau is a gripping young adult dystopian novel that captivates readers with its high-stakes and thrilling narrative reminiscent of The Hunger Games. Reviewers praise the book for its intense, action-packed storyline and well-developed characters who must navigate a perilous Testing process. The dynamic between the protagonist, Cia, and her partner Tomas adds emotional depth to the tale. The book is lauded for its suspenseful revelations and cliffhanger ending, promising an exciting follow-up in the series.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471407000

Publisher: Hot Key Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 August 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hot Key Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Ever since she can remember, Joelle has loved telling stories. As she grew up, she started performing those stories on the stage. After graduating from Millikin University with a Bachelors Degree in Vocal performance she continued onto DePaul University for her Masters Degree in Opera Performance, and from there went on to perform across the Chicagoland area in a variety of operas and musicals. Joelle still sings professionally, but most of her time is spent with her husband and son while dreaming up new stories. Follow Joelle at www.joellecharbonneau.com or on Twitter: @jcharbonneau.

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