About This Book
Reach for this book when your mature middle grader or teen begins questioning authority or advocating for their own independence and bodily autonomy. It is a powerful choice for families navigating high-pressure environments where the individual's voice is often suppressed by tradition or community expectations. The story follows thirteen year old Kyra, a girl raised in an isolated polygamous cult, as she faces the terrifying reality of being forced into a marriage with her sixty year old uncle. As she struggles with the choice between a life of quiet obedience and the dangerous path to freedom, the book explores profound themes of bravery, resilience, and the inherent right to self-determination. This is an intense but necessary read that provides a platform to discuss faith, control, and the courage it takes to leave everything you know for a chance at a true self. Because of the heavy subject matter, including physical abuse and religious manipulation, it is best suited for older readers ready for serious contemporary fiction.
