Scythe

In an idyllic world free from disease, crime, and war, a haunting question remains: what do we truly have to fear? In his enthralling sci-fi novel, New York Times bestselling author Neal Shusterman explores a future where death is the last frontier humanity can control. Society's tranquility hinges on the somber duty of scythes, official figures who randomly select ("glean") individuals to manage overpopulation.

Teenagers Citra and Rowan find themselves unexpectedly chosen to train as scythe apprentices. Despite their initial reluctance, they must delve into the ethics and skills of this daunting role. As they navigate their training, they uncover the unsettling corruption within the Scythedom. In a twist of fate, they learn that the ultimate challenge awaits: the victorious apprentice will be required to glean the other, putting their values and choices to a harrowing test.