The 100 Kass Morgan Book 1 (2026 Release)

The 100 juveniles, ranging in age from 15 to 17, are chosen for their crimes, which range from murder to theft. They're loaded onto a spaceship and sent to Earth, where they crash-land in a supposed safe zone. However, upon arrival, they quickly realize that they're not alone on the planet. The group must confront the harsh realities of their new surroundings, where natural resources are scarce, and the atmosphere is toxic.

In perhaps the most shocking divergence from the show, Wells Jaha is alive and central to . He is the Chancellor’s son, handsome, principled, and deeply in love with Clarke. He gets himself arrested intentionally to follow her to Earth. Wells serves as the moral compass of the group, constantly trying to maintain order while battling his own privileged guilt. His relationship with Clarke is the emotional core of the novel. The 100 Kass Morgan Book 1

— The 100 is an enjoyable, quick-read YA novel that works best as its own thing. It doesn’t have the intensity of the TV show, but it has heart, mystery, and a bingeable structure. If you go in with adjusted expectations (less Battlestar Galactica, more teen drama with a sci-fi backdrop), you’ll have a good time. The 100 juveniles, ranging in age from 15

Just remember: Forget what you know about the TV show. Let Glass, Wells, and a very different Bellamy and Clarke tell you their own story. You may find that the original novel is a hidden gem worth exploring. The group must confront the harsh realities of

: Compared to The Hunger Games , this is a "softer" dystopia. It’s a quick, breezy read that focuses on the emotional weight of being a teenager gifted—and cursed—with a second chance at life on a dead planet. The Verdict