title: Hunters of the Lost City
text: # Hunters of the Lost City
  
  Hunters of the Lost City is a children's fantasy novel by Kali Wallace.
  
  ## Synopsis
  
  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.
  
  ## Reception
  
  The novel received mostly positive reviews from critics. 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." Kirkus Reviews gave the novel a starred review, praising its heroine and writing.
  
  