The world no longer knows hunger, disease, war or misery. More importantly, humanity has conquered death; however, population levels must still be controlled. Now, Scythes are the ones who decided who lives and who dies or “gleaned.” In a strange twist, teens Citra and Rowan are chosen to apprentice with a Scythe. Reluctantly, they will learn the art of “gleaning” but only one can become a Scythe. The other must be “gleaned.” Who will be Scythe, Citra or Rowan? Is a perfect world worth the price? Neal Shusterman’s new novel Scythe does not disappoint! It is a page-turning thriller that deals with profound themes and issues. Wow!!!