Shatter Me

Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling isolated, misunderstood, or like their very presence is a burden to others. It is an ideal choice for the child who feels like an outsider and needs to see a journey from self-loathing to self-empowerment. The story follows Juliette, a young woman whose touch is lethal, as she is released from an asylum to be used as a weapon by a corrupt government. While the setting is a dystopian sci-fi world, the emotional core is deeply grounded in the experience of reclaiming one's identity after being labeled as dangerous or broken. It explores themes of isolation, first love, and the courage to stop apologizing for existing. Given the intense emotional atmosphere and some violence, it is best suited for readers aged 14 and up who enjoy high-stakes romance and psychological depth.