About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager begins to question the ethics of authority or expresses interest in how individual actions can impact global politics. Set during the 1966 French nuclear tests in the Pacific, it follows Darryl, a boy who stumbles upon a secret that puts him at odds with powerful forces. The story explores heavy themes of government transparency, the environmental cost of war, and the personal bravery required to speak truth to power. It is an excellent choice for 12 to 16 year olds who are transitioning into complex historical fiction and need a bridge between high-stakes adventure and serious moral inquiry. Parents will appreciate how it fosters a sense of global citizenship and integrity in the face of peer and societal pressure.
