The Boys of Fire and Ash

“Fans of James Dashner, Margaret Peterson Haddix, and Patrick Ness need look no further.” — Kirkus Reviews

They were sent there to die. Now they will fight back.

The Brothers of the Ikkuma Pit know no mothers. Abandoned at birth, they dwell in a volcanic pit far removed from the outside world. No one inside the Pit knows what’s beyond the forest that surrounds it. No one has ever come back to tell them.

Until now.

“McIsaac’s debut fantasy novel is fast-paced and heartstopping.” — School Library Journal

“The novel is urgently gritty, with rich worldbuilding and plenty of action.” — Publishers Weekly

“Fans of Rick Riordan and Anthony Horowitz will want to read this action-filled debut novel that offers a new world to enjoy and a new underdog to root for.” — Booklist

“Contemplative readers will be left with questions to ponder and ethical decisions to mull as well as a satisfying and tense read.” — The Bulletin