Privilege by Megan Wobus is a young adult dystopian romance that released on June 16, 2025.
Privilege is the first book in the Peaceful Society trilogy. The second book, Prisoner is expected in December 2025. The series is indie, and self-published by Megan. Ebooks are $2.99 available on Amazon, paperbacks are $9.99 from Amazon, and 14.99 from Barnes and Noble, Ingram and bookstores.
Megan Wobus goes by Meg and Wobus is pronounced "Woe-biss".
Short description 100 words:
In 2034 the Peaceful Society is safer than it's ever been. Women have seized power, guns are outlawed, and aggression is monitored. Amity Bloome is ready to take her Oath and become an Officer of the Peace, but nothing on Oath Day goes as expected. Amity is sent to spy on a men’s rebel militia with a grudge against the Peaceful Society. Now she's developing feelings for a man whose father leads the dangerous organization that’s determined to regain control of Greater Maryland. Perfect for fans of Divergent, this young adult romance is set in a tightly controlled dystopian world.
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Honors:
Finalist in The Emily Contest
Nominated for NetGalley LibraryReads List
Reader's Choice Five Stars
US Review of Books Recommended Pick
Author bio:
Megan Wobus is an author, musician, and mom of three in Baltimore, Maryland. Meg's young adult dystopian series is the Peaceful Society trilogy. She is also the author of the Fiddle Studio books for learning to play the fiddle and she writes children’s chapter book mysteries as Willow Night.
Blurb:
In 2034 women have taken control of Greater Maryland, and weapons are banned all over the world.
Amity has spent her life trying to do everything her mother, teachers, and government expect of her. Now she is ready to take her Oath and train to become an Officer of the Peaceful Society.
Vale is in Baltimore on a dangerous assignment, rescuing men to train in his father’s militia. He knows the women of the PS can never be trusted, never be forgiven for what happened to his mother.
Nothing on Oath Day goes as expected. Amity is sent on a mission far from home. She’ll have to convince Vale she’s turned her back on the PS, and convince herself that the Peaceful Society is still worth fighting for.
Advance praise from Goodreads reviews:
"Privilege is a masterful return to the young adult dystopia boom of the 2010s. Familiar tropes are both followed and subverted, keeping the reader on their toes."
"With its vivid imagery and palpable tension between the two love interests, Privilege captivates readers and holds their attention until the very last page, even leaving them craving for more."
"Privilege is a dystopian YA novel that evokes many books of the golden era of dystopian fiction, such as Uglies, Divergent, and even Delirium."
"If you're a fan of Divergent or The Testing Series, this dystopian fiction will keep you on the edge of your seat!"
Megan Wobus delivers a bold and imaginative vision of the future in Privilege, the compelling first book in the Peaceful Society trilogy. Set in 2034, the novel introduces readers to the Peaceful Society of Greater Maryland—a world without weapons, where women lead, guns are banned, and even the smallest signs of aggression are monitored. On the surface, it’s a utopia. But beneath the order lies a current of tension ready to erupt.
At the center is Amity Bloome, a dutiful and determined young woman who’s always followed the rules—until Oath Day changes everything. Expecting to begin her training as an Officer, Amity instead finds herself sent on a mysterious mission that pulls her into a far more complicated reality. Her journey leads her to a group that challenges the very foundation of the society she thought she believed in, and a man whose passion and ideals spark both danger and unexpected connection.
Megan crafts a world that is as intriguing as it is unsettling, asking readers to question what peace really means—and what it might cost. Amity is a relatable and dynamic heroine, and her transformation is handled with nuance and heart. The romance is subtle but impactful, woven seamlessly into the tension and personal growth at the story’s core.
Privilege stands out for its smart worldbuilding, steady pacing, and the way it blurs the lines between utopia and dystopia. It’s a gripping story that explores power, obedience, and the courage it takes to ask hard questions in a world that insists on easy answers.
Thoughtful, suspenseful, and full of heart, Privilege is a powerful start to a series that promises even more intrigue and insight to come.
-Angela Borgo for NetGalley
Privilege by Megan Wobus is a riveting YA dystopian romance set in the year 2034. It centers around a reformed civilization known as the Peaceful Society. In this female-led society, women have complete autonomy, firearms are prohibited, and aggressive behavior is fully repressed. Amity Bloome, the protagonist, is about to take her Oath—vowing her allegiance to the Peaceful Society order—to become an Officer. Unfortunately, Oath Day takes an unforeseen turn, leaving Amity stranded far away from her home. She becomes entangled with Vale, a young man whose father is the leader of a male-centered rebellion seeking to conquer the Peaceful Society's female-led regime. Forced into life on the run, Amity begins to question her loyalty to the PS. Along the way, she wrestles with unexpected feelings for Vale and faces major threats that could shatter the delicate peace holding her world together. How will Amity navigate these complicated dynamics emerging in her life?
Privilege by Megan Wobus is an exciting start to the Peaceful Society series. It is a bewitching combination of dystopian world-building, thought-provoking themes, intriguing characters, and emotional vigor. Featuring a resilient female lead, the narrative explores complex moral dilemmas centered around power and consensus in gender-structured societies. This novel is fast-paced and emotionally charged and will undoubtedly grab your attention. It faultlessly integrates high-stakes situations, political upheaval, and romantic tension to create a unique YA read. Overall, this book compellingly underscores the extreme lengths a society might adopt to put an end to brutality and belligerence, particularly when power is controlled by one gender. Privilege is the ideal book for readers who appreciate novels like The Handmaid’s Tale, Divergent, and The Hunger Games. It will resonate with readers who enjoy speculative fiction that centers on gender and political dynamics. I highly recommend it.
—Jefto Pierre for Readers’ Favorite
Baltimore tie-ins: The novel was written by Megan in Baltimore city where she lives with her family. The story begins in Baltimore and Amity, the main character is a graduate of City College High School in Baltimore. The backstory is told through Baltimore Sun letters to the editor.
