This was an action-packed, survival competition that sees a group of seniors competing against each other for a big cash reward. There's tons of Hunger Games vibes with twists you don't see coming, betrayals, a second chance romance, grief and more. Good on audio and recommended for fans of the Inheritance games series. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early audio copy in exchange for my honest review!

Chloe has been determined to be chosen for the Wilde Trials, an elite wilderness challenge at her school which awards the winner $600,000 - money she needs to help pay for her sister's medical bills. So determined, she and her first love Hays even broke up when she admitted she planned to stole even though Hays' brother died in the trials a few years earlier. But Chloe has other reasons - she wants to prove she can do it, that she belongs at this school. Especially since she's got a secret - one that is threatened when someone in the trials seems to have it out for her and is not above blackmail.

This story was fast-paced and engaging, even when it felt like some aspects are a little trope-y. Even with those aspects, there were still surprises and interest while the characters solved the puzzles and clues. Chloe feels like a developed character, though some secondary characters feel a little flatter. There is some reference to body image that would have been interesting to develop more, but it also felt respectfully done.

Overall, an entertaining take on the mystery genre.