Before you click any “download now” link, consider these four dangers:

Distributing or downloading copyrighted PDFs without permission from the publisher (Simon & Schuster) and the author, Rachel Renée Russell, is a violation of international copyright law and can expose users to cybersecurity risks.

Downloading copyrighted material from unauthorized sites is a violation of copyright law. Furthermore, piracy deprives creators like Rachel Renée Russell of the revenue needed to continue the series.

Searching for is understandable – everyone loves free things. But the risks far outweigh the convenience. You could lose personal data, infect your devices, or simply waste time on a low-quality scan.