Short Synopsis
In the second book in the Birthmarked series, Gaia finds herself forced to observe the strict social code of the people of Sylum.

Full Synopsis
Striking out into the wasteland with nothing but her baby sister, a handful of supplies, and a rumor to guide her, sixteen-year-old midwife Gaia Stone survives only to be captured by the people of Sylum, a dystopian society where women rule the men who drastically outnumber them, and a kiss is a crime. In order to see her sister again, Gaia must submit to their strict social code, but how can she deny her sense of justice, her curiosity, and everything in her heart that makes her whole?

"Reminiscent of James's Children of Men and Atwood's A Handmaid's Tale, this series practically begs to be a book club selection." ---VOYA

"Fans of Kristin Cashore's Graceling books should know about O'Brien's writing: these are smart, tough romances." ---Booklist