The Finisher

By David Baldacci

Book #1 in the Vega Jane series

A girl defies danger to uncover a conspiracy in a town where no one leaves alive.

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497 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Vega Jane has always believed no one leaves Wormwood alive, until she witnesses Quentin Herms' escape. Chased by dark forces, Quentin leaves behind clues to a sinister conspiracy. As Vega follows the trail, she attracts deadly attention from those desperate to keep their secrets hidden. With her life on the line, Vega must decide whether to stay silent or fight back against the powerful forces threatening her world. Will she uncover the truth, or will the dangers lurking in the shadows consume her? In a town where silence means safety, Vega's courage could change everything.

From the publisher

The #1 New York Times bestselling fantasy novel for all ages by master storyteller David BaldacciSHE WILL NOT BREAKVega Jane was always told no one could leave the town of Wormwood. She was told there was nothing outside but a forest filled with danger and death. And she always believed it – until the night she saw Quentin Herms run away.Vega knows Quentin didn’t just leave – he was chased. And he left behind a trail of clues that point to a dark conspiracy at the heart of Wormwood. To follow the clues will attract the attention of influential people willing to kill to keep their secrets. If Vega wants to stay safe, she just needs to keep her head down and her mouth shut. There’s only one problem – Vega Jane never walks away from a fight.Master storyteller David Baldacci introduces an unforgettable heroine who must think fast, hit hard, and defy all odds to uncover the truth.

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