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Cinder (The Lunar Chronicles Book 1)

Name: Cinder (The Lunar Chronicles Book 1)
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Book Synopsis: The #1 New York Times Bestselling Series!Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets of New Beijing. A deadly plague ravages the population. From space, a ruthless lunar people watch, waiting to make their move. No one knows that Earth's fate hinges on one girl. . . . Cinder, a gifted mechanic, is a cyborg. She's a second-class citizen with a mysterious past, reviled by her stepmother and blamed for her stepsister's illness. But when her life becomes intertwined with the handsome Prince Kai's, she suddenly finds herself at the center of an intergalactic struggle, and a forbidden attraction. Caught between duty and freedom, loyalty and betrayal, she must uncover secrets about her past in order to protect her world's future. Marissa Meyer on Cinder, writing, and leading menWhich of your characters is most like you?I wish I could say that I'm clever and mechanically-minded like Cinder, but no—I can't fix anything. I'm much more like Cress, who makes a brief cameo in Cinder and then takes a more starring role in the third book. She's a romantic and a daydreamer and maybe a little on the naïve side—things that could be said about me too—although she does find courage when it's needed most. I think we'd all like to believe we'd have that same inner strength if we ever needed it. Where do you write?I have a home office that I've decorated with vintage fairy tale treasures that I've collected (my favorite is a Cinderella cookie jar from the forties) and NaNoWriMo posters, but sometimes writing there starts to feel too much like work. On those days I'll write in bed or take my laptop out for coffee or lunch.If you were stranded on a desert island, which character from Cinder would you want with you?Cinder, definitely! She has an internet connection in her brain, complete with the ability to send and receive comms (which are similar to e-mails). We'd just have enough time to enjoy some fresh coconut before we were rescued. The next book in the Lunar Chronicles is called Scarlet, and is about Little Red Riding Hood. What is appealing to you most about this character as you work on the book?Scarlet is awesome—she's very independent, a bit temperamental, and has an outspokenness that tends to get her in trouble sometimes. She was raised by her grandmother, an ex-military pilot who now owns a small farm in southern France, who not only taught Scarlet how to fly a spaceship and shoot a gun, but also to have a healthy respect and appreciation for nature. I guess that's a lot of things that appeal to me about her, but she's been a really fun character to write! (The two leading men in Scarlet, Wolf and Captain Thorne, aren't half bad either.) Read more

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Looking for a thrilling and captivating read? Look no further. Cinder, the first book in the epic Lunar Chronicles series, is a #1 New York Times Bestseller that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Set in a futuristic world where humans and androids coexist, this book takes you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions as you follow Cinder, a gifted mechanic with a mysterious past. Blamed for her stepsister's illness and treated as a second-class citizen, Cinder's life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes entangled in an intergalactic struggle and finds forbidden love with the handsome Prince Kai. With duty, freedom, loyalty, and betrayal at odds, Cinder must uncover the secrets of her past to protect the future of her world.

Marissa Meyer, the genius behind Cinder, shares her insights into the characters and her writing process. Each character in the book is unique and relatable, with traits that reflect the author's own personality. While Cinder is clever and mechanically-minded, Cress brings out the romantic and daydreamer in Meyer herself. As fans, we all secretly hope to find our inner strength just like these characters when faced with adversity.

Ever wondered where an author creates such a fascinating world? Meyer has a home office filled with vintage fairy tale treasures, providing the perfect inspiration for her writing. But sometimes, even the most inspiring space can feel like work. That's when she takes her laptop out for coffee or lunch, letting her creativity flow in new surroundings. Meyer truly understands the importance of finding the right environment to nurture her imagination.

If you could choose one character to have by your side on a desert island, who would it be? Hands down, Cinder is the perfect companion. With her cyborg abilities, including an internet connection in her brain, you will have all the resources you need to survive and even have time for some coconut feasting before being rescued. Who says a desert island can't be enjoyable?

But the Lunar Chronicles don't end with Cinder. The next book, Scarlet, presents a whole new adventure based on the beloved Little Red Riding Hood. This time, meet Scarlet, an independent, temperamental, and outspoken protagonist, raised by her ex-military pilot grandmother on a small farm in southern France. Scarlet's character brings a refreshing blend of nature appreciation, spaceship flying abilities, and marksmanship. Join Scarlet on her thrilling journey and get to know the charming leading men, Wolf and Captain Thorne, along the way.

If you're ready to dive into an enthralling series that will keep you hooked from beginning to end, don't miss out on Cinder and the Lunar Chronicles. Experience the magic, action, and romance that await you. Start your adventure now!

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