The Death of Knowledge: A Dystopian Mystery
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* This audiobook has been auto-narrated by AI British male narrator Archie.*
From author Lou Collins, comes a new adult dystopian mystery for fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent and Never Let Me Go.
In a world where knowledge is currency, some debts are paid in blood.
Welcome to Scolaris, where knowledge is power, creativity is forbidden, and ignorance is the price of peace. Meet Quill, a servant in the Great Library, for whom the pursuit of knowledge is irresistible. Little does she know, her thirst for truth will lead her down a dangerous path.
When Quill stumbles upon a lifeless body and her master is accused of murder, her idyllic world is shattered. With her makeshift family in danger, she sets out to clear her master's name and uncover the dark secrets lurking in the shadows of her society.
As she delves deeper into the elite circles of Scolaris, Quill discovers that everyone has something to hide. The truth is buried beneath layers of deception and danger, from trophy wives to enigmatic detectives. With time running out and danger at every turn, she must navigate a treacherous web of lies, theft, and blackmail to uncover the truth. But with each revelation, she learns that the knowledge she seeks may be her downfall.
Will Quill unravel the mystery in time to save herself and her loved ones? Or will the truth consume her and change her world forever?
Rally behind Quill in this gripping tale of intrigue, betrayal, and self-discovery that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. This new adult dystopian mystery is a must-read for fans of luxurious world-building, unexpected twists, and unforgettable heroines. If you enjoyed the heart-pounding action of The Hunger Games or the thrilling dystopian world of Divergent, don’t miss The Death of Knowledge.
Similar to books like:
Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, Divergent by Veronica Roth, Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro, The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco, Moonflower Murders by Anthony Horowitz, The Night Raven by Sarah Painter, Magic and the Shinigami Detective by Honor Raconteur, The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick.
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About the author
Mystery, Mischief and a Modicum of Murder
For a FREE mystery from Lou Collins: https://loulovesbooks.com/
Lou grew up in Essex, England, reading Swallows and Amazons, the Chronicles of Narnia and Lord of the Rings. Tales which sparked a passion for mystery and adventure.
Uniquely influenced by a touch of legal wizardry, her writing also weaves together the echoes of classic mystery writers like Agatha Christie and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
In Lou’s cozy and not-so-cozy mysteries, you’ll encounter a vibrant cast of quirky characters, cunning puzzles, and unexpected twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Prepare to be swept away by Lou’s wicked sense of humour as her tales unfold at a thrilling pace, leaving you grinning from ear to ear.
When Lou isn’t immersed in the world of storytelling, she finds joy in ballet and theatre trips. And, in a spirited plea against the pointless and mundane, she invites you to join her one-woman-crusade to defeat ironing!
