About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is navigating a period of profound isolation or facing a major life transition that feels culturally or socially overwhelming. This story follows Glory as she escapes a restrictive community to face the daunting complexities of the modern world alone. It is a powerful exploration of how we find our footing when everything we knew is gone. Because the book deals with themes of self-reliance, fear of the unknown, and the courage to trust strangers, it provides a safe space to discuss independence and the anxiety that comes with growing up. While set in a dystopian future, the emotional stakes are deeply grounded in the universal teenage experience of leaving childhood safety behind for an uncertain future. It is a hopeful choice for kids who feel like outsiders or those who are struggling to find a place where they truly belong.
