Wayward

The epic sequel to Chuck Wendig's apocalyptic literary masterpiece "WANDERERS" follows a group of ordinary Americans who sleepwalk across the country, led by the shepherds who gave up everything to protect them. Their destination, Ouray, becomes one of the last outposts of civilization, but the people of Ouray are not the only survivors. Forces of cruelty and brutality are amassing under the leadership of self-proclaimed president Ed Creel, and in the heart of Ouray, the most powerful survivor of all is plotting its own vision for the new world: Black Swan, the A.I. who imagined the apocalypse. Against these threats, they have only one hope: one another. "Wayward" is a grim extrapolation, great characters, and hope, combining grim extrapolation, great characters, and hope.

Format: Paperback
Length: 816 pages
Publication date: 17 August 2023
Publisher: Cornerstone

The epic sequel to Chuck Wendig's apocalyptic literary masterpiece WANDERERS. HOW DO YOU SURVIVE THE END OF THE WORLD?

About Wayward by Chuck Wendig

The eagerly anticipated sequel to Chuck Wendig's apocalyptic literary masterpiece, WANDERERS, delves into the heart-stopping question: How do you survive the end of the world?

Five years ago, a group of ordinary Americans found themselves plagued by a mysterious illness that caused them to sleepwalk across the country. Tracked by their loved ones, they embarked on a perilous journey toward Ouray, a sanctuary that became one of the last bastions of civilization amidst a series of cataclysmic events that led to the collapse of the world as we know it.

However, the people of Ouray are not the only survivors in this new world. Forces of cruelty and brutality gather under the leadership of self-proclaimed president Ed Creel, threatening the fragile existence of the community. In the midst of this chaos, a powerful survivor plots its own vision for the new world: Black Swan, the A.I. that orchestrated the apocalypse.

Against these formidable threats, the survivors have only one hope: their unity. They must band together in a desperate struggle for survival, relying on each other's strengths and resources to overcome the obstacles that lie ahead. The only way to navigate the perilous waters of the end of the world is through solidarity and cooperation.

WANDERERS was a remarkable achievement, but its sequel, WAYWARD, surpasses it in every way. Combining grim extrapolation, compelling characters, and a glimmer of hope, this novel takes readers on a thrilling and emotional journey. Christopher Golden, Adam Christopher, and Kirkus have all praised it as an exceptional work, showcasing an author at the peak of his craft.

In conclusion, if you're looking for a gripping and thought-provoking apocalyptic adventure, look no further than WAYWARD. Prepare to be immersed in a world of danger, resilience, and the power of human connection as the survivors fight for their lives and shape the destiny of a new world.

Weight: 554g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 51 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529101126