100 Hours Advanced Review

In this pulse-pounding new trilogy by New York Times bestselling author Rachel Vincent, a decadent spring break getaway on an exotic beach becomes a terrifying survival story when six Miami teens are kidnapped and ransomed.

Maddie is beyond done with her cousin Genesis’s entitled and shallow entourage. Genesis is so over Miami’s predictable social scene with its velvet ropes, petty power plays, and backstabbing boyfriends.

While Maddie craves family time for spring break, Genesis seeks novelty—like a last-minute getaway to an untouched beach in Colombia. And when Genesis wants something, it happens.

But paradise has its price. Dragged from their tents under the cover of dark, Genesis, Maddie, and their friends are kidnapped and held for ransom deep inside the jungle—with no diva left behind. It all feels so random to everyone except Genesis. She knows they were targeted for a reason. And that reason is her.

Now, as the hours count down, only one thing’s for certain: If the Miami hostages can’t set aside their personal problems, no one will make it out alive.

Expected publication: March 28th 2017 by Katherine Tegen Books

Review:

I'm still speechless. Wow, just wow. I don't normally read ya suspense, love paranormal romance books. But Rachel Vincent is my all time favorite author so I had to read it. 

100 Hours was a young adult novel with grit. The story was raw, emotional, and action packed to the very last page. 

The author still managed to capture teens in the peak of drama. This book has everything. True to form, social hierarchy, boyfriend drama, personality flaws, and entitlement are weaved into the plot. 

Once the plot really got going, it didn't stop. There were twists I never expected. Being kidnapped and held hostage in the jungles of Colombia, these teens will be put to the ultimate test-how they respond under true pressure. 

Vincent penned a story most others would be leery to write. She delved into politics, cartels, tension between countries, and managed to turn this into one of the best ya page turners I've read all year. 

This book-out March 28, 2017- needs to be on your to read shelves. Ten glittery stars for 100 Hours. No guts, no glory. The end was shocking and I can't wait to see what the next installment in this trilogy will bring.

SURVIVAL + SIZZLING ROMANCE+ TICKING CLOCK = UNPUTDOWNABLE!Fans of books by Nova Ren Suma, Becca Fitzpatrick, and Lauren Oliver as well as devoted followers of television shows such as Homeland, Lost, and Scandal will devour 100 Hours' mix of fight-for-survival stakes and real-life romantic drama.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHORKnown for writing unputdownable books that hook readers from the very first page, bestselling author Rachel Vincent once again grapples with our darkest fears, this time exploring issues of power, loss, inequality, and the courage to fight for what matters most.

STRONG FEMALE CHARACTERS

Each book is told in the alternating perspectives of Genesis and Maddie Valencia, two powerful, determined, and flawed cousins. Readers won’t soon forget the Valencia spirit.

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Praise for Rachel Vincent's books:

"A dark tale of exploited and abused others, expertly told by Vincent.”

—Library Journal on Menagerie (starred review)

“A hugely fun and entertaining read.”

—SLJ on The Stars Never Rise

“Vincent (the Soul Screamers series) carves out an intriguing niche in the postapocalyptic landscape . . . plenty of reasons for readers to look forward to the next installment.”

—Publishers Weekly on The Stars Never Rise

“The gritty world is compellingly presented . . . much to consider.”

—BCCB on The Stars Never Rise

“A devil of a thriller.”

—ALA Booklist on The Stars Never Rise

“This high-stakes romantic thriller had me hooked from the very first page!”

—Kimberly Derting, author of the Taking trilogy on The Stars Never Rise

“As depicted by Vincent, Delilah is magnificent in her defiance of injustice, and the well-wrought background for her world sets the stage for her future adventures in this captivating new fantasy series.”

—Publishers Weekly on Menagerie

"Well paced, readable, and imaginative.”

—New York Times Book Review on Menagerie

“Vincent creates a fantastic world that is destined to pique your curiosity. . . . As Delilah Morrow slowly uncovers a side of herself that she never knew existed, you’ll sympathize with her . . . desperate to see her succeed.”

—RT Book Reviews (Top Pick and Seal of Excellence) on Menagerie

Rachel Vincent is the New York Times bestselling author of several pulse-pounding series for teens and adults, including The Stars Never Rise and Menagerie. A former English teacher, Rachel remains convinced that writing about the things that scare her is the cheapest form of therapy. She shares her home in Oklahoma with two cats, two teenagers, and her husband, who’s been her number one fan from the start. You can find her online at www.rachelvincent.com and on Twitter @rachelkvincent.