About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is beginning to question the infallibility of the adults in their life or struggling with the weight of looming responsibilities. Lleydrin follows Kier, a fifteen year old crown prince forced into a leadership role when a predatory intergalactic corporation threatens his home. It is a high stakes space adventure that mirrors the real world transition from childhood play to adult accountability. Parents will appreciate how the story explores the nuance of trust and the realization that even heroic parents can make mistakes. It is an excellent choice for middle and high schoolers who enjoy fast paced action but are ready for deeper themes regarding justice and individual agency. The book models how to build a support system when traditional structures fail, making it a powerful tool for discussing resilience and the ethics of power.
