Prodigy

Reach for this book when your teenager begins to question the black and white narratives of authority and realizes that even the 'good guys' have hidden agendas. It is a powerful tool for a young person navigating the transition from childhood idealism to the nuanced, often messy realities of social justice and political change. The story follows two teenage fugitives, June and Day, as they flee a collapsing society and join a rebel group, only to find that their new allies might be just as dangerous as the government they left behind. As the second book in a trilogy, it focuses heavily on the emotional weight of loyalty, the fragility of trust, and the burden of making impossible choices. While there is plenty of high stakes action, the core of the book is about identity and the courage required to think for oneself. It is ideal for ages 12 and up, offering a safe space to explore complex feelings about systemic power and the personal cost of standing up for what is right.