About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like they do not fit into their current environment or when they begin questioning the rules of the authority figures around them. It is an ideal choice for the middle grade reader who is ready to move beyond simple hero stories into more complex themes of survival, ethics, and the search for a true home. The story follows Tia and Ash, two telepathic children living in a repressive, primitive society after a global collapse. When an accidental death forces them to flee, they are guided by a mysterious mental voice toward a more advanced civilization. It explores themes of belonging, the weight of being different, and the courage required to leave the only life you have ever known. This classic 1980s sci-fi offers a sophisticated look at social structures and personal agency for children ages 10 to 14.
