| Author: | Kali Wallace |
| Isbn: | 978-1-68369-289-8 |
| Pub Date: | April 26, 2022 |
| Publisher: | Quirk Books |
| Pages: | 304 |
| Genre: | Children's fantasy, Middle grade fiction |
Hunters of the Lost City is a children's fantasy novel by Kali Wallace.
Twelve-year old Octavia grows up in the town of Vittoria, the last remaining enclave of humanity after a cataclysmic war and pandemic destroyed civilization. The town is surrounded by woods populated with Ferox, magically animated constructs which prey on humans. She aspires to become a Hunter like her mother and sister.
After meeting Sima, a girl who travelled to Vittoria from elsewhere, Octavia learns that there is a world of humans outside of the town's walls.
The novel received mostly positive reviews from critics.[1] [2] Publishers Weekly wrote that "Richly detailed magical lore, gripping action, and frightening fantastical creatures are grounded by well-rounded characters and the girls’ blossoming friendship."[3] Kirkus Reviews gave the novel a starred review, praising its heroine and writing.[4]