Survival Instincts: A Dystopian Novel
By May Dawney
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Civilization ended long before Lynn Tanner was born. Wild animals roam the streets, but mankind is still the biggest threat to a woman alone in the ruins of a world reclaimed by nature. Lynn survives by sleeping with one eye open at all times and trusting no one but her dog.
When she is forced to go on a dangerous journey through the concrete jungle of New York City, Lynn does all she can to scheme her way to safety. Her guard, Dani Wilson, won’t be played that easily, however. As their lives become entwined, Lynn finds herself developing feelings for Dani and is forced to find the answer to the question that scares her most: is staying alone really the best way to survive?
Fast-paced and full of adventure, "Survival Instincts" introduces a post-war dystopian world where the only person you can rely on is yourself...unless you fall in love.
May Dawney
When May was a child, her father read Asimov and Zelazny to her. As a teenager, she gravitated toward science fiction, (future) fantasy, dystopian, and occult stories, even though there was never a character she, as a queer woman, could fully identify with. May’s motivation to write comes from the desire to create stories where women turn to women once they stop the apocalypse—be it a global or a personal one. She wants to write the stories she wishes her father could have read to her as a child: riveting tales with a heroine who kicks ass and just so happens to be gay.
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Reviews for Survival Instincts
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This book was incredible. I have read hundreds and this one immediately secured its spot as one of my favorites.
The writing and world building were perfect.
There is a a decent amount of blood and gore in this book so it definitely wasn’t your typical romance but that added a rawness to the story that you don’t find often. Read it! If I could give more than five stars I would! - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5watching the relationship grow and blossom between the main characters was both infuriating and deeply satisfying. this book made me feel such a huge range of emotions and i loved every second.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Very well written. A compelling story. Refreshing to see a lgbt themed dystopia novel. Can't wait to read more from this author.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5One of the best books I have read! Now if you don’t enjoy the animal planet and the circle of life, beware. I hated saying goodbye to Dani and Lynn.