The Prey (37 page)
Praise for
The Hunt
“The story is bona fide creepy, and as it builds to its cliff-hanger ending (which delivers quite a good twist), readers will be torn between hoping Gene can maintain the ruse and that he will take on the bloodsuckers already. As revolutions go, this one is well worth keeping on your radar.”
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Booklist
“In this terrifying and inventive adventure, Fukuda turns the vampire novel inside out.… With an exciting premise fueled by an underlying paranoia, fear of discovery, and social claustrophobia, this thriller lives up to its potential while laying groundwork for future books.”
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Publishers Weekly
“Take the overwhelming aloneness of
I Am Legend,
add in the hunt of
The Hunger Games,
and you’ll see why this combustible combo results in a tense moment-to-moment calculation of Gene’s chances at survival.”
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Justine Magazine
“Fukuda takes the feeling of isolation that dominates adolescence and builds a world around it in a novel where the tension rarely slackens. He turns up the violence a notch from
The Hunger Games
with language that is as graphic as it is eloquent. Readers will hanker for answers as they’ll discover a kindred spirit in Gene, who so eloquently describes the feeling of being an island in the middle of a vast ocean.”
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Maximum Shelf
“I was blown away from the first chapter all the way to the end. Fukuda did an excellent job turning the world of vampirism upside down. Wonderful descriptions, great imagination, and very tight characters. If you love vampire worlds, then read this book. You will not want to put this one down!”
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Night Owl Reviews
(Reviewer Top Pick)
“The dialogue is authentic and intense, the setting is grim and frightening, and the narration is superbly executed—lending an immediacy to the action as it unfolds. A fine piece of work.”
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The Examiner
“
The Hunt
is utterly disturbing, dark, twisted, but incredibly fascinating at the same time. It was a ride like nothing else I’ve read before. Gene was a smart and sharp hero I loved to follow! And the ending was incredible with a cliff-hanger that will leave you hanging and wanting more—right now! If you are up for a thrilling ride then go and get
The Hunt
!”
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Bewitched Bookworms
“
The Hunt
was fast-paced and awesome, propelling me forward with each new twist. It was dark, gritty, and intense. Gene was a dynamic character, while the surrounding characters were insanely creepy. They were ruthless, and it was perfect. And the ending? Just right!”
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The Passionate Bookworm
“Action-packed, heart-pounding, page-flipping action. I’m thoroughly in love.
The Hunt
is a riveting, thrilling read—definitely one of my favorite books of 2012 so far. I can’t wait to get my hands on a sequel, even if I have to wait a year for it.”
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YA Reads
“This book was hard to put down. I kept thinking about it when I wasn’t reading it! I just love this new world Mr. Fukuda created.”
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Milk and Cookies
“Holy. Crap. This book is creeptastic! Some parts gave me shivers and others had me gasping and screaming out loud. I loved every minute of
The Hunt
! I couldn’t put it down. It’s horrific, terrifying, gruesome, and inspiring. A story of survival, loss, and sacrifice that had me reading late into the night and early into the morning. If you haven’t already added
The Hunt
to your TBR I highly recommend it.”
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Paperblog
“Great book.
The Hunt
is at once intriguing and frightening. It’s twisted and dark with just enough hope that it kept me on my toes and turning the pages. I can’t wait to see what happens in the series because it should be interesting!”
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I’m Loving Books
“Andrew Fukuda has given us a vampire version of
The Hunger Games
… one of the creepiest novels I have ever read. Gene is a beautiful character. Seeing his feelings really made this story for me … a must-read.”
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I Heart YA Books
“I fell in love with this book. I’m just going to say all the huge cliché things right now, because they express my sentiments exactly … ‘I couldn’t stop turning the pages,’ ‘I was up reading all night,’ ‘I didn’t want the story to end,’ and ‘I CANNOT WAIT TO READ THE SEQUEL!’”
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Taming the Bookshelf
“Very unique. This book is a standout. Andrew Fukuda has some good and original ideas. This series will only get better with each sequel.”
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Poetry to Prose
“The action never stopped! Brilliantly written, the author weaves the story of Gene and his lonely, isolated life with his desperate fight to blend in that is literally a fight for survival. The book ends with an interesting puzzler, meaning much more to come in the next installment. Highly recommended.”
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YA Lit Ramblings
“Andrew Fukuda has the amazing ability to successfully create an alternate reality where … in one of the most action-packed endings that I have read recently, it all comes down to one thing: surviving. With a last line that will leave you stunned, you will immediately want to hunt down Andrew Fukuda and demand to know what happens next. This book definitely deserves four stars!”
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The Book Vortex
“
The Hunt
gripped me from page one. Completely refreshing. The world Fukuda creates is fascinating and creative. I ended up loving it—creeped out, a little scared, holding my breath. A book I finished in one sitting.
The Hunt
is violent, intense, and absolutely captivating. I highly recommend this. I will definitely be reading the sequels!”
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Rex Robot Reviews
“One of the best vampire books I’ve ever read! This is a breath of fresh air within the genre.… Definitely makes my best of 2012 so far list. If you’re looking for something fresh to read within the paranormal and dystopian genres,
The Hunt
is for you.”
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Birth of a New Witch
“
The Hunt
is fast-paced and exciting. Andrew Fukuda does a wonderful job of blending traditional vampire lore with cool and new ideas. He did a good job of bringing the story to an end, while at the same time leaving the reader begging for more after an amazing cliff-hanger. Even if you aren’t a fan of vampire stories, you should give this a try.
The Hunt
is definitely unique.”
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Karin’s Book Nook
“This book was fascinating. If you enjoy the idea of a world where humans aren’t the top of the food chain and a human boy is struggling to survive since giving up isn’t an option, then you’ll want to read Gene’s story.”
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This Blonde Reads
“If
The Hunger Games
were taken over by vampires, this would be the result. A perfect blend of horror and YA fantasy,
The Hunt
sets a whole new bar for vampire novels. With incredible suspense, drama, ethical dilemmas, and a bit of romance—it’s completely riveting. I loved every minute of this fast-paced thrill ride. Don’t miss this one.”
“
The Hunt
is a fascinating thriller starring two fabulous protagonists. The story line is fast-paced and filled with chilling action. Fans will appreciate joining Gene as he tries to avoid becoming the prey of
The Hunt.
”
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Alternate Worlds
“I must say. You’re a clever one, Mr. Fukuda. Kudos. I found myself reading this everywhere I was. It keeps you in your seat and
demands
you stay there. With the constant threat of heart-pumping danger and imminent death, the characters only grow closer and stronger. Shining like a beacon of humanity in a very dark and scary world, I highly recommend this book.”
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Teen Librarian’s Toolbox
“Andrew Fukuda managed to surprise me. I can’t wait to see how it continues in the next book.”
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Fighting Dreamer
“With his propulsive plot and highly developed characters, readers will find it impossible to resist the vivid world Andrew Fukuda has created in this stunning standout debut. Readers craving a book that grips and mesmerizes them like
The Hunger Games
will love
The Hunt.
”
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RJ Does Books
“Fast-paced, horrifying, and delicious!
The Hunt
is a brilliant new series … steeped in horror and riddled with tension and fear that left me spent and wanting more. I highly recommend. One of my favorite reads for 2012.”
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Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer
“From page one, Fukuda draws the reader into a fast-paced, suspenseful narrative of suspicious coincidences, unanswered questions, and building action.… In addition to fans of vampire fiction, this book will appeal to readers who enjoy survivalist stories, action, and adventure.”
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VOYA
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Andrew Fukuda currently resides on Long Island, New York. After earning a bachelor’s degree in history from Cornell University, Fukuda went on to work as a criminal prosecutor in New York City. He now writes full-time.
This is a work of fiction. All of the characters, organizations, and events portrayed in this novel are either products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously.
THE PREY.
Copyright © 2013 by Andrew Fukuda. All rights reserved. For information, address St. Martin’s Press, 175 Fifth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10010.
Cover design by Elsie Lyons
Cover photographs: woman © Stephen Carroll/Trevillion Images; moon © Ajay Shrivastava/
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ISBN 978-1-250-00511-3 (hardcover)
ISBN 9781250020758 (e-book)
First Edition: February 2013