Ten families agreed to be locked in a bunker for 30 days to go on a simulated trip to the moon. They knew the experience could be life changing. They never dreamed it could be deadly.

Sixteen-year-old Lois and her mom, dad, and sister have signed up for a top-secret competition, hoping to win a life-changing prize. They will be locked in a state-of-the-art bunker with nine other families to go on a thirty-day simulated trip to the moon. During their "journey," their every move will be judged by anonymous evaluators. Families that don't have what it takes will be eliminated.

Lois thought losing the competition was the worst thing that could happen to her.

She was dead wrong.

If you like fast-paced dystopian sci-fi mystery thrillers with intriguing suspense, gripping action and adventure, clean romance, and jaw-dropping twists and turns that keep you guessing until the end, you’ll love this riveting new novel!

What readers are saying about THE DARKNESS OUTSIDE:

"WOW!! I was totally blown away. The characters are perfect. The world building is great. LOVED IT!!!" - Winter, Goodreads ★★★★★

"One of the best books I have read. Great story and an ending that you will never see coming!" - Christine, Goodreads ★★★★★

"Full of twists and turns that even I didn't see coming. A great read which will keep you turning the pages from beginning to end." - Donna, Goodreads ★★★★★

Perfect for fans of Five Survive by Holly Jackson, Uglies by Scott Westerfeld, The Martian: Classroom Edition by Andy Weir, Delirium by Lauren Oliver, Scythe by Neal Shusterman, The Giver by Lois Lowry, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson, or Wake Me After the Apocalypse by Jordan Rivet. This standalone novella is highly recommended for tweens ages 12 and up, teens, young adults, and adults who enjoy futuristic science fiction featuring astronauts or outer space travel.

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