About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with an existential crisis, the loss of a mentor, or the feeling that their entire world has been upended by circumstances beyond their control. Set on a fictional Pacific island after a devastating tsunami, Nation follows Mau, the sole survivor of his village, and Daphne, a shipwrecked Victorian girl. Together they must rebuild a society from scratch while questioning the traditions, gods, and scientific rules they were raised to believe in. It is a profound exploration of grief, resilience, and the courage required to think for oneself. While the premise is heavy, Pratchett's trademark wit and deep humanity make it an empowering read for ages 12 and up. It provides a safe space to discuss the tension between faith and reason, and how to find meaning when everything familiar is gone.
