“Put down what you’re doing and read this book. Right now. The complex characters, intricate world, and blistering pace are off-the-charts amazing.” —Marie Lu, author of the Legend trilogy
Syd’s life is not his own. As a proxy he must to pay for someone else's crimes. When his patron Knox crashes a car and kills someone, Syd is branded and sentenced to death. The boys realize the only way to beat the system is to save each other so they flee. The ensuing cross-country chase will uncover a secret society of rebels, test the boys' resolve, and shine a blinding light onto a world of those who owe and those who pay.
This fast-paced thrill ride of a novel is full of breakneck action, shocking twists and heart-hammering suspense that will have readers gasping until the very last page.
This edition includes a
exclusive bonus story
featuring Syd and Knox!
“Looking for an awesome YA summer read? Look no further than Alex London’s
Proxy
.” —EW.com
“
Whipping Boy
+
Blade Runner
with a sprinkling of
The Hunger Games
(plus, of course, a dash of
A Tale of Two Cities
) = a treat for teen SF fans.” —
Kirkus Reviews