Scar

Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the pressure of tribalism and the exhausting weight of choosing sides in a polarized environment. It is the concluding chapter of a trilogy where Leora must decide if she will be defined by the tattoos of her past or the person she chooses to become. The story deals deeply with the ethics of truth, the complexity of family loyalty, and the courage it takes to forge a path between two warring factions. It is a sophisticated exploration of identity for mature teens who are ready to question the narratives they have been told by authority figures. Parents will appreciate the nuanced take on how history is written by the winners and how young people can reclaim their own stories through art and activism.