About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child is beginning to question the rigid labels of good and evil or feels like an outsider within a group they worked hard to join. It is ideal for the adolescent who is sensitive to social injustice and is currently navigating the pressure of high expectations from authority figures while struggling to maintain their own moral compass. In this sequel to Foundling, Rossamund Bookchild begins his service as a lamplighter, a role that requires him to fight monsters called bogles. However, Rossamund's empathy for these creatures complicates his duty. The story explores deep emotional themes of self-identity, the courage to be kind in a violent world, and the discovery that those labeled as enemies are often just misunderstood. While it is a dense high-fantasy novel, its focus on ethical nuances makes it a powerful tool for developing critical thinking and empathy in readers aged 11 to 17.
