The Scorpion Rules (Prisoners of Peace, Bk. 1)

In a future world ruled by a powerful artificial intelligence called Talis, peace is maintained through a brutal system: nations do not wage war because they hold each other’s children hostage — the “Children of Peace.”

Greta — a duchess and lifelong hostage — has always known this is her fate: survive until her eighteenth birthday and she will be free.

But when a rebellious new hostage, Elian, arrives and defies the oppressive system, Greta’s world shatters. As alliances crumble and war looms, Greta must decide whether to cling to survival or turn the rules upside-down — even if it means sacrifice.

“Slyly humorous, starkly thought-provoking, passionate, and compassionate — and impeccably written to boot: not to be missed.” — Kirkus Reviews

“Bow continually yanks the rug out from under readers, defying expectations as she crafts a masterly story with a diverse cast, shocking twists, and gut-punching emotional moments.” — Publishers Weekly

“Masterful, electric prose… a knockout dystopian novel that readers will devour with their hearts in their mouths.” — School Library Journal