About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with social divides, feeling isolated by technology, or questioning the prejudices they have been taught. In this dystopian adventure, Aria is exiled from her sheltered, high-tech city and forced to survive in a harsh wasteland where she meets Perry, a 'savage' from a primitive tribe. The story follows their shift from mutual distrust to deep empathy as they navigate environmental hazards and political conspiracies. It is an excellent choice for parents looking to encourage conversations about looking past surface differences and finding common ground. While there is action-oriented violence and some romantic tension, the narrative remains grounded in a hopeful exploration of resilience and human connection. It is most appropriate for ages 13 and up due to its mature survival themes.
