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Reach for this book when your teen is grappling with a complicated family legacy or struggling to reconcile their own identity with the mistakes of their elders. Traitor follows Danny Watts as he attempts to track down his grandfather, a man branded a traitor to the British Crown who vanished years ago. As Danny dives into a world of espionage and survival, he must decide whether to believe the official record or the man standing in front of him. This high stakes thriller explores deep themes of loyalty, the weight of family secrets, and the courage required to seek the truth against all odds. It is a sophisticated choice for middle and high schoolers who enjoy fast paced action but are ready to engage with the moral grey areas of justice and betrayal.