About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is grappling with the distinction between righteous anger and paralyzing grief, or when they are questioning the validity of established institutions like organized religion and government. It is a sophisticated high fantasy novel that concludes a duology centered on two young women, Elodie and Sabine, as they face a vengeful deity known as the Second Son. The story explores how trauma can be weaponized into rage and the difficult work of choosing hope over destruction. Parents will appreciate the nuanced exploration of faith and power, wrapped in a high-stakes adventure. The book is most appropriate for older teens due to its darker themes of cult influence and emotional complexity, offering a safe space to discuss how we handle pain and whom we choose to trust when the world feels broken.
