Press and Reviews

“Historical elements of ancient Egypt, New York society and art history are intertwined in this intense mystery, which the teens must unpack to learn the Society’s secrets and earn their freedom. More of a thriller than anything else, the text delivers suspense…”

-Kirkus Reviews (on The Trust)

“Creepy fun…with a cinematic feel that readers will adore.”

-Booklist

“A group of 15 teens–plucked from the cream of New York’s Nat Sherman-smoking, Marc Jacobs bag-toting prep school elite–are given VIP passes to a glamorous underground world. Exclusive all-night parties in undisclosed locations are the norm, bottomless alcoholic beverages are supplied and unquestioning loyalty is expected…[T]he foreboding story has the feel of a hazing about to go awry, especially when the three slowly realize that the Society and its ‘benefits’ aren’t what they seem…”

-Publisher’s Weekly

“Amazing…Dolby lures you into his world of the Society in such an intriguing way that it is nearly impossible to put the book down…insightful, engaging, and provocative.”

-YouThink, by Teens for Teens

“Tom Dolby has combined secrets, lies, and high society life to form a book shrouded in mystery and intrigue…[It's] shocking, not to mention scary…I’m looking forward to delving deeper into the dangerous world of the Society…”

-Wondrous Reads

“Mysterious and alluring.”

-Lauren’s Crammed Bookshelf

“Absolutely entrancing and the danger is exciting…almost disturbing, but [the story] is approached so thoughtfully that the reader can hardly look away…a captivating novel, full of mystery and romance…complex and thrilling. With its cliffhanger ending, I simply cannot wait for a sequel.”

-Feed Your Imagination

“Get initiated and enjoy the ride!”

-Insatiable Readers