About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is grappling with the heavy burden of responsibility or the moral complexity of making impossible choices. It is a powerful tool for discussing how we prioritize the needs of loved ones versus the needs of the community, especially when life and death are on the line. The story follows Tella Holloway as she competes in the final legs of the Brimstone Bleed, a high stakes race through treacherous oceans and mountains to win a cure for her terminally ill brother. While the plot is a fast paced dystopian adventure, the heart of the book explores trust, the ethics of competition, and the emotional toll of leadership. Parents should be aware that the book contains moderate violence and profanity, making it best suited for mature middle schoolers and high school students who enjoy intense, high stakes narratives about resilience and loyalty.
