Revenge

Reach for this book when your middle schooler is craving an adrenaline rush but also needs to see a model of extreme mental toughness and problem solving under pressure. It is a high stakes survival thriller that follows a teenager caught in a web of international intrigue, forced to rely on his wits and physical endurance to stay alive. The story centers on resilience, bravery, and the importance of thinking clearly when things go wrong. The emotional core of the book is about overcoming fear and the drive for justice. While the pace is relentless and the peril is real, the narrative rewards perseverance and logic. It is an ideal choice for 10 to 14 year olds who prefer fast moving plots over internal monologues, offering a cinematic experience that encourages independence and critical thinking in a dangerous world.