Book Summary
Ten-year-old Alia’s world shatters when she and her mother are kidnapped. In the chaos that follows, they’re cruelly separated, leaving Alia alone in a world of secrets.
Six years later, Alia emerges into a society that appears flawless—but she knows better. Armed with abilities she doesn’t fully understand and haunted by fragmented memories, Alia sees beyond the veil of perfection to a darker truth.
As she reconnects with her childhood friend Tarius, Alia uncovers lies that extend far beyond her own past. With each revelation, the world she thought she knew unravels further, leaving her to question everything—and everyone—around her.
In “The Creators,” Alia must navigate a perilous reality where truth is the most dangerous weapon of all.
But in a world built on deception, will uncovering the truth cost more than she’s willing to pay?
Author Bio
Anjika Bansal is a rising sophomore in high school who has been an avid reader since she could walk. Currently residing in the Bay Area with her parents, younger brother, and beloved 2-year-old dog (Hermes), Anjika’s passion for literature spans various genres, with a particular fondness for fantasy and dystopian fiction. Some of her favorite series include Keeper of the Lost Cities, Aru Shah, The Hunger Games, Divergent, Percy Jackson, and The Land of Stories. Anjika’s love for storytelling led her to establish a reading and writing club in middle school, inspiring peers to craft their own narratives. Beyond writing, Anjika is expanding her horizons in STEM through Girls Who Code, eager to explore the world of programming. An active member of her high school’s Speech and Debate team, Anjika thrives on the challenges and experiences each tournament brings. When not immersed in books or coding, Anjika enjoys painting, cooking, and playing video games, especially. For Anjika, this novel represents the realization of a goal she’s held for years—a dream she once thought impossible, now brought to life through determination and creativity.
Ten-year-old Alia’s world shatters when she and her mother are kidnapped. In the chaos that follows, they’re cruelly separated, leaving Alia alone in a world of secrets.
Six years later, Alia emerges into a society that appears flawless—but she knows better. Armed with abilities she doesn’t fully understand and haunted by fragmented memories, Alia sees beyond the veil of perfection to a darker truth.
As she reconnects with her childhood friend Tarius, Alia uncovers lies that extend far beyond her own past. With each revelation, the world she thought she knew unravels further, leaving her to question everything—and everyone—around her.
In “The Creators,” Alia must navigate a perilous reality where truth is the most dangerous weapon of all.
But in a world built on deception, will uncovering the truth cost more than she’s willing to pay?
Author Bio
Anjika Bansal is a rising sophomore in high school who has been an avid reader since she could walk. Currently residing in the Bay Area with her parents, younger brother, and beloved 2-year-old dog (Hermes), Anjika’s passion for literature spans various genres, with a particular fondness for fantasy and dystopian fiction. Some of her favorite series include Keeper of the Lost Cities, Aru Shah, The Hunger Games, Divergent, Percy Jackson, and The Land of Stories. Anjika’s love for storytelling led her to establish a reading and writing club in middle school, inspiring peers to craft their own narratives. Beyond writing, Anjika is expanding her horizons in STEM through Girls Who Code, eager to explore the world of programming. An active member of her high school’s Speech and Debate team, Anjika thrives on the challenges and experiences each tournament brings. When not immersed in books or coding, Anjika enjoys painting, cooking, and playing video games, especially. For Anjika, this novel represents the realization of a goal she’s held for years—a dream she once thought impossible, now brought to life through determination and creativity.
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