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Reach for this book when your teen is grappling with the pressure to fit a certain mold or feeling like they are merely a product of their family expectations. Sharp North is a high stakes dystopian thriller set in a future Britain where the elite maintain their power through strict genetic control. When young Mira discovers she is actually an illegal clone, or spare, intended only to provide organs for her original, she is forced into a pulse pounding race for survival in the wilderness. This story explores profound questions of individual identity, the ethics of biotechnology, and the courage required to claim one's own life. It is an ideal pick for mature middle schoolers and high school students who enjoy complex world building and fast paced action while contemplating what truly makes a person unique.