Powerful: A Powerless Story

This novella, set in the world of the New York Times bestseller 'Powerless,' offers a captivating look into the life of fan-favorite Adena. After her best friend is selected for the deadly Purging Trials, Adena, an Ordinary, must learn to survive alone in the harsh slums of Loot. Her journey takes an unexpected turn when she encounters Mak, a mysterious and dangerous Elite with a shadowy past. As they embark on a perilous quest, their loyalty and burgeoning love are tested against the backdrop of a stratified, oppressive society. This book explores themes of survival, friendship, forbidden romance, and resilience, making it a thrilling read for young adults aged 12-18. It also includes an extended teaser for 'Reckless,' the sequel to 'Powerless.'

**Set during the time of the New York Times bestseller Powerless, fan favorite Adena gets a story all her own in this captivating novella as she attempts to survive on the streets of Loot…and falls for a mysterious—and dangerous—Elite.** Adena and Paedyn have always been inseparable. Fate brought them together when they were young, but friendship ensured they would always protect each other and the home they built in the slums of Loot. But now Paedyn—an Ordinary—has been selected for the Purging Trials, which means almost certain death. Now alone in Loot, Adena must fend for herself. After attempting to steal, she’s rescued by a mysterious man from the market. Mak’s shadowy past and secretive power set him apart from the other low-level Elites of Loot. And as the pair team up to see their loved ones before the Trials, the quest tests their loyalty, their love, and their lives. This novella also includes a special extended teaser to Reckless—the exciting sequel to Powerless!