About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is navigating a period of intense questioning regarding the values they were raised with versus their own evolving sense of morality. It is an ideal pick for students who feel the pressure of high expectations and are beginning to realize that the 'authority' in their lives might be flawed. Sydney Sage is a protagonist who must manage a high-stakes double life, protecting people she was taught to fear while hiding her true self from her own family and organization. This story beautifully captures the anxiety of potentially disappointing ones parents while honoring ones personal truth. While it contains supernatural elements and romantic tension, the heart of the story is about the courage it takes to unlearn prejudice and stand up for what is right even when the cost is high. It is best suited for ages 14 and up due to complex emotional themes and some intense fantasy violence.
