Rachel Carter Bücher

Lydia embodies the skills and mindset of a formidable recruit for the Montauk Project, despite her initial fears and reluctance. Driven by love and desperation, she is determined to confront the challenges and dangers of the Project to rescue someone dear to her. The narrative explores her transformation into a fierce protector, highlighting themes of sacrifice and the lengths one will go to for loved ones.

Lydia grapples with newfound certainties that shape her understanding of life and relationships. As she navigates personal revelations, the narrative delves into her emotional journey, exploring themes of identity, love, and resilience. The story unfolds through her introspections and interactions, revealing the complexities of her experiences and the profound impact they have on her perspective. Lydia's journey is one of self-discovery, highlighting the transformative power of knowledge and acceptance.

Exploring the struggle between fate and free will, this narrative delves into the challenges of living up to preordained expectations. The protagonist grapples with the weight of a predetermined destiny, highlighting the tension between societal roles and personal identity. As they navigate their journey, themes of self-discovery and rebellion against one’s fate emerge, questioning whether true fulfillment can be achieved when paths are set from the beginning.

Ethan enjoys living by the canal, where he can catch newts and minnows without being laughed at for not talking. He doesn't recall when or why he stopped speaking until he meets Polly, a new girl, which makes him wish for a change in his life.

Lydia Bentley has heard stories about the Montauk Project all her life: stories about the strange things that took place at the abandoned military base near her home and the people who've disappeared over the years. Stories about people like her own great-grandfather. When Lydia stumbles into a portal that transports her to a dangerous and strange new reality, she discovers that all the stories she's ever heard about the Montauk Project are true, and that she's in the middle of one of the most dangerous experiments in history. Alongside a darkly mysterious boy she is wary to trust, Lydia begins to unravel the secrets surrounding the Project. But the truths behind these secrets force her to question all her choices—and if Lydia chooses wrong, she might not save her family but destroy them . . . and herself.