Snakehead

Reach for this book when your middle-schooler is looking for a way to process high-stakes pressure or needs to see that even a young person can navigate a complex, dangerous world with competence and moral clarity. While the setting is an international spy thriller, the emotional core speaks to the transition from childhood to the heavy responsibilities of the teenage years. This graphic novel adaptation follows teen spy Alex Rider as he infiltrates a human smuggling ring and attempts to recover a stolen weapon. It is a fast-paced, cinematic experience that rewards resilience and quick thinking. It is ideal for readers aged 10 to 14 who enjoy visual storytelling and stories where the protagonist must rely on their own skills rather than adult intervention. Parents will appreciate how Alex maintains his integrity even when faced with significant moral dilemmas and physical peril.