The death-defying conclusion to the "audacious," "razor-sharp," and "raucous" exploits of the notorious outlaws Scarlett and Browne from the bestselling author of Lockwood & Co., Jonathan Stroud.
Throughout their lawless careers, Scarlett McCain and Albert Browne have gotten out of trouble by shooting first, then running away. Now that's no longer an option.
In this non-stop thrill-ride of a novel, we witness Albert’s return to the terrifying Stonemoor prison, follow Scarlett’s search for her long-lost brother, see a town besieged by the cannibal Tainted, and join the final confrontation against the cruel forces of the Faith Houses.
Along the way, our rebellious anti-heros will have to face up to the secrets of their past, and accept the challenge of shaping a better future.
The series
In the ruins of a fractured Britain—where monsters lurk in rivers and cities are ruled by rigid, fear-soaked ideals—two outlaws carve their own law into the wilderness. One is a sharp-shooting, sharp-tongued survivor with a talent for disappearing into the shadows. The other? A boy with a dangerous secret and a smile that hides more than he lets on.
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The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne blends post-apocalyptic grit with a classic adventure feel, folding in eerie creatures, daring heists, and unexpected tenderness. At its heart is a partnership forged not by trust, but necessity—though over time, something deeper begins to flicker beneath the surface. Scarlett is ruthless and fiercely independent; Albert, awkward and disarmingly honest. Together, they tear through a decaying world governed by paranoia, hypocrisy, and a history no one wants to remember.
What sets this series apart isn't just the breakneck pace or the rich, ruin-haunted setting—it’s the quiet, careful way it examines morality, resilience, and found family. The landscapes are wild and unkind, but every moment of action is grounded in character. And while there’s plenty of tension—gunfights, escapes, secrets that could topple societies—there’s also wry humor and emotional weight, the kind that lingers.
Fans of dystopian fantasy and character-driven adventure will find themselves drawn to this story not just for its thrills, but for its heart. It’s a world where survival is a rebellion, and two mismatched fugitives just might change everything.
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