About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is starting to ask big questions about where they come from or is navigating the complex realization that the world is much larger and more complicated than they were told. It is a perfect fit for the independent 10 to 14 year old who feels like an outsider or is grappling with the transition from the protected bubble of childhood into the messy realities of the wider world. The story follows Eva Nine, a girl raised by a robot in an underground bunker, as she is thrust into a strange, alien wilderness in search of other humans. Through her journey, she must process the heavy themes of loss, the collapse of her known world, and the discovery that family is defined by loyalty and care rather than biology. While the setting is a vivid, high stakes science fiction adventure, the emotional core is about the bravery required to keep going when the future you imagined disappears. It is an excellent choice for kids who love immersive world building and need a story that validates their search for identity and belonging.
