About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is grappling with the feeling of being an outsider or is starting to express deep concern about the environmental future of our planet. It is a haunting, atmospheric historical thriller that explores what it means to be truly human in a world that often prizes profit over life. Set in Victorian London, the story follows Manon, a silent girl with red eyes who is fleeing those who wish to exploit her unique biology. Parents will appreciate the way it weaves complex scientific theories and Darwinian evolution into a mystery about belonging and the interconnectedness of all living things. While it contains some darker elements of suspense and grief, it provides a profound platform for discussing ethics, conservation, and the beauty of being different.
