<B>“A suspenseful, authentic, and emotional narrative makes <I>Pandemic</I> a gripping and powerful story. . . . Riveting and terrifyingly real with moments of hope that shine through when you least expect it, <I>Pandemic</I> is one that will stay with you long after you read the last page.” </B><B><B>—Amalie Howard, author of the Alpha Goddess and Aquarathi series and the Riven Chronicles</B></B><BR><BR>Even under the most normal circumstances, high school can be a painful and confusing time. Unfortunately, Lilianna’s circumstances are anything but normal. Only a few people know what caused her sudden change from model student to the withdrawn pessimist she has become, but her situation isn’t about to get any better. When people begin coming down with a quick-spreading illness that doctors are unable to treat, Lil’s worst fears are realized. With her parents called away on business before the contagious outbreak—her fa