Out of Sight, Out of Time

Cammie Morgan, a student at a top-secret spy school, wakes up in the Alps with no memory of her summer. As she returns to the Gallagher Academy, she must piece together clues she left for herself while evading the Circle of Cavan, an ancient organization targeting her family. SENSITIVE TOPICS: The book deals directly with psychological trauma and amnesia. The approach is realistic within its fictional world, showing the physical and emotional toll of being hunted. The resolution is hopeful but emphasizes that recovery is a process. EMOTIONAL ARC: The story begins in a place of disorientation and fear. It builds through intense mystery and action, ending with a sense of reclaimed agency and the strengthening of foundational friendships. IDEAL READER: A middle or high schooler who enjoys fast-paced mysteries but is also interested in the internal life of a protagonist who is trying to find her footing after a major life disruption. PARENT TRIGGER: Parents should be aware that the book deals with amnesia and psychological trauma, which may be triggering for children who have experienced similar events. The trigger moment is when Cammie realizes she cannot simply go back to her old life after the trauma. PARENT PREP: Parents should be aware of scenes involving physical combat and the psychological strain Cammie undergoes. It can be read cold, though familiarity with previous series entries adds depth. AGE EXPERIENCE: Younger teens will focus on the cool gadgets and spy missions. Older teens will resonate more deeply with Cammie's struggle to remember her past and rebuild her life, as well as the complexities of her romantic and platonic relationships in the face of these challenges. DIFFERENTIATOR: It elevates the spy genre by making the protagonist's own mind the greatest mystery to be solved, blending high-octane action with genuine psychological depth. ```