Scythe (1) (Arc of a Scythe) by Neal Shusterman

Scythe, written by Neal Shusterman, is the first book in the Arc of a Scythe series. This gripping novel takes place in a future world where death has been conquered, and the only way to control population growth is through the work of Scythes, who are tasked with "gleaning" individuals at random. The story follows two young apprentices, Citra and Rowan, as they are chosen to train under a legendary Scythe and must navigate the complex and dangerous world of Scythedom. Scythe is available in both paperback and eBook formats, making it easy to enjoy this thrilling and thought-provoking novel wherever you go.