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Legend

By: Marie Lu
Narrated by: Mariel Stern, Steven Kaplan
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A New York Times best seller!

What was once the Western United States is now home to the Republic, a nation perpetually at war with its neighbors. Born into an elite family in one of the Republic's wealthiest districts, 15-year-old June is a prodigy being groomed for success in the Republic's highest military circles. Born into the slums, 15-year-old Day is the country's most wanted criminal. But his motives may not be as malicious as they seem.

From very different worlds, June and Day have no reason to cross paths - until the day June's brother, Metias, is murdered and Day becomes the prime suspect. Caught in the ultimate game of cat and mouse, Day is in a race for his family's survival, while June seeks to avenge Metias's death. But in a shocking turn of events, the two uncover the truth of what has really brought them together, and the sinister lengths their country will go to keep its secrets.

Full of nonstop action, suspense, and romance, this novel is sure to move readers as much as it thrills.

©2011 Marie Lu (P)2011 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

“Fine writing and excellent execution. Sequel, please!" (Entertainment Weekly)

“Legend doesn’t merely survive the hype, it deserves it.” (The New York Times)

“Marie Lu’s dystopian novel is a ‘Legend’ in the making.” (USA Today)

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The people reading this sounds more like Siri ripoffs than actual humans. It makes it boring to listen too.

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i love this book

my fav book in existance. the voice actors did a really good job on showing emotion.

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I couldn't stop reading.

ok so normally I hate reading books but I had to read this book for school and it was actually quite entertaining. it is probably one of the only books that actually kept me wanting to hear what would happen next in the story.

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really enjoyed

I really enjoyed this book looking forward to the next 2 books prodigy and champion

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My favorite YA series

I think the story and the readers in this helped make it one of my all time favorite book series in general, definitely my top in the YA category.

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Engaging

The story was well thought out. Predictable only for a few moments but it definitely made me keep reading and keep reading. intense through the whole book. loved it.

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Great book!

This is a futuristic book that reminds me of the Maze runner series. It's a futuristic, controlling govt, but the main focus is always the two main characters. I hope it becomes a movie.

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Great book, well written.... maybe a little cringy

Amazing author. The detail, the narrative, fantastic. Fifteen is young for some of the emotions

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Anazing

The story is amazingly well told. The difference and similarities between the two characters are amazing and easy to identify.

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one of my favorites

this is one of my favorite books that I have read. looking forward to the rest of the series

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