Veruth was once the seat of power for humans. Now, they toil in the mines and on The Wall as slaves for a race of elves who draw their power from the sun. Ava--a human living in the slums--knows one thing; she will not be forced into the Blood Lottery. Though she is of age to be matched with an elven suitor, her heart craves freedom. There are legends and myths about what lies beyond The Wall--tales of an ancient evil. But, she doesn't care. Something beyond the stone and desperation of her people beckons to her. When she enlists the help of the rogue rebel leader, Kem, hope flutters inside...but, so does an ancient magic she never knew existed.In this dystopian land of humans, elves, faeries, and gnomes, Ava discovers her awakening is one of prophecy--a prophecy of the final battle between the light and the mysterious entity simply known as The Dark. From the New York Times bestselling author of Half-Blood Dragon comes an epic dystopian fantasy that critics are calling The Hunger Games meets Game of Thrones. Perfect for fans of Carnival Row. Editorial Praise for The Blood Lottery: "Compelling & Action-packed. K.N. Lee gives dystopian and fantasy readers an intriguing new world, which reflects on many of today's troubling issues. This fast-paced series opener hits the ground running, and doesn't stop as you find yourself wanting for more." R. Castro, MotherAuthorBoss Lady - Elemental Linx (Book 1 in The Tetrad Prophecy series) "K.N. Lee does it again with this brand new fast-paced fantasy epic full of emerging magic, dragons and elves. Ava is a brilliant protagonist fighting for her life and for those she loves. Lee not only crafts a stunning new world but a slew of unforgettable characters! Waking the Dark will leaving you craving so much more!" Katherine Bogle, author of Queen of Thieves. Enter a world of dragons, sun and moon elves, intriguing magic, and compelling characters, and embark on an epic fantasy adventure with strong world building, heart-pounding action, in a coming-of-age dark tale perfect for fans of Game of Thrones, Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn, and Patrick Rothfuss. Scroll up and grab your copy of this romantic--action packed young adult adventure today. Reading Order: The Blood Lottery The Fallen Wall The Ashen City