I'll start with an important leading factor - this genre is not my typical read. Though I found myself intrigued with the blurb and advertisements I had come across and was gratefully given an opportunity to read this novel. It was beautifully written, and far more intense than I had initially suspected. You may be wondering why I use the word intense - but the gore and the rawness of emotion between the siblings and those they knew throughout the story was gut wrenching in parts. Overall, the character development, and ability to narrate a multitude of different and very distinct personas into this storyline was beautifully done.

The romance comes in the least of expected places and is definitely a slow burn with a meticulous and well curated story line. All in all, I thoroughly got to enjoy the way this story unfolded and think most readers would too.

L. Rae wrote this well and was engaged from the first page, it was a strong start to the Escaping The Primary series. it had that element that I was looking for and was engaged with what was happening. The characters had that overall feel that I was wanting and enjoyed the concept and how it uses the dystopian romance element in the storyline. I enjoyed this as a opening chapter and am excited to read more in this universe.

Ummmm. This book is intense - and I mean that in all seriousness! I was caught up in it from the first few pages and stayed tense throughout it. The book is filled with strong emotional interactions and experiences. The characters are well-developed and well written, adding to the depth and beauty of this book. Keep in mind the subject matter and context of the story is a hard, unrelenting world filled with its own kind of horrors and the raw emotions of the three characters is explored. This book will keep you turning the pages hoping for an HEA>

I can't wait to see the series unfold.

I loved the action and suspense in this dystopian YA/New Adult romance. The Primary has seized control of Anna's world - the setting has Hunger Games vibes. Meredith, Michael, and Anna have a great connection, and their emotions are palpable. I can't wait to see how the story evolves in book 2!

Thank you to netgalley and L. Rae for giving me the opportunity to read this book.

This book was beautifully written. It was an emotional rollercoaster and I was hooked. It was filled with action and suspense that had me on the edge of my seat. I could feel the emotions of the characters as I was reading.

I can't wait to read the sequel.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.