About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager feels like they are hiding a part of themselves or struggling to fit into a social mold. Smallville follows the high school years of Clark Kent, a boy with extraordinary secrets and powers who simply wants to belong. It captures the tension between wanting to be 'normal' and the responsibility of having unique gifts. Parents will appreciate the way it explores identity, the pressure of parental expectations, and the complexity of early friendships. It is a solid choice for middle or high schoolers who enjoy science fiction but are also navigating the real world social dynamics of school and community life. The story provides a safe space to discuss the weight of secrets and the slow process of discovering who you are meant to be.
