The First to Die at the End

Ages 13 And Up, Grades 8 And Up

In this #1 New York Times bestselling prequel to They Both Die at the End, Adam Silvera tells the story of new star-crossed lovers facing down Death-Cast’s first day.

There’s a new technology that claims to be able to alert people on the day of their death—Death-Cast. Society is divided: does Death-Cast really work or is it just an elaborate hoax? Still, thousands signed up for Death-Cast, and on day one, when this book begins, dozens receive their calls.The story follows two boys, Orion and Valentino, who seem destined for love—until one receives the first End Day call.In this prequel to #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon They Both Die at the End, acclaimed author Adam Silvera has crafted a story that is heartbreakingly beautiful, completely captivating, and utterly unforgettable.

About the Author

Adam Silvera is the #1 New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of They Both Die at the End, The First to Die at the End, More Happy Than Not, History Is All You Left Me, the Infinity Cycle, and—with Becky Albertalli—What If It’s Us and Here’s to Us. He worked in the publishing industry as a children’s bookseller, community manager at a content development company, and book reviewer of children’s and young adult novels. He was born and raised in New York and now lives in Los Angeles. He is tall for no reason. Visit him online at adamsilvera.com.