The Initiates - by Ryan Hyatt (Paperback)

About the Book

Myles discovers supervising a cabin of boys in the mountains means putting their needs ahead of his. When aliens overrun Southern California, he and his fellow misfits must work together to survive a horrifying nightmare.

Book Synopsis

A cynical high school graduate must overcome otherworldly odds with a group of fellow misfits if they hope to survive an alien invasion at summer camp. The Outsiders meets Annihilation.

Myles Harper's transition to adulthood couldn't be more disturbing.

After celebrating his high school graduation, his stepfather tells him he needs to get a job. The cynical Los Angeles native, more concerned that climate change will affect his life than his lack of a career, grudgingly applies to Camp Friendly Forest, where he is hired to work as a counselor for the summer. Soon Myles has more responsibilities than he bargained for. Supervising a cabin of boys in the mountains means that he must prioritize the needs of others over himself.

Even worse, vicious cosmic canines, Kiaskis, have crash landed off the coast and quickly overrun Southern California. As the situation at camp deteriorates, Myles and a group of fellow misfits, his new friends, realize they must work together if they hope to survive a horrifying nightmare.

A science-fiction horror novel involving humanity's first contact with a violent extraterrestrial race, exploring notions of youth, masculinity, and morality during a time of crisis.

Review Quotes

"In almost Spielberg-esque fashion, Ryan Hyatt crafts an imaginative twist on the alien invasion story...a compelling update to a classic tale for a new generation of readers." - Matt Joseph Misetich, Partner, Pipeline Media Group

"Ryan Hyatt has swiftly been establishing himself as one of the best new authors of dystopian fiction." - Tony Caballero, Reviewer, Fanbase Press

"This coming-of-age novel blends elements of science fiction and horror to excite readers in what is the most fast-paced Hyatt book to date. This one will appeal to a wide audience."

- Mark Everglade, Author of Hemispheres, Inertia, and Song of Kitaba

"Smart sci-fi/horror mashups are always a delight to read. Ryan Hyatt weaves relevant topics into action-packed stories with relatable characters, whimsy, and carnage, proving thinking can be fun." - Lucy Leitner, Author, Outrage: Level 10

"The Initiates reads like a good magic trick. Keep your eyes trained on Hyatt all you want, you're still in for a surprise. Hyatt's vivid, fast-paced writing will leave you breathless and begging for more." - Joseph Hurtgen, Literature Professor and Author, Tower Defender

"The Initiates is a wild ride through the Terrafide universe that brings old stalwarts together with new faces. The twists and turns are incredibly captivating. A must read for near-future sci-fi fans." - Justin Bowers, Reviewer, 23rd Legion