Books by Karen Healey

3 books · Ages 12–18

Known for the When We Wake Duology series, Karen Healey writes middle grade and young adult for ages 12–18, alongside 2 standalone books, exploring themes of self-confidence & identity, fear & bravery, resilience & perseverance.

Series

When We Wake
When We Wake Duology
1 book · Ages 13–18

Standalone Books

Cover of Guardian of the Dead
Guardian of the Dead
Karen Healey
Seventeen-year-old Ellie Spencer's normal boarding school life is shattered when she uncovers a dark plot by mythical Ma
Ages 12–18
Cover of While We Run
While We Run
Karen Healey
In 2128, Tegan Oglietti, the first successfully revived cryonics patient, is on the run from the government and rebels.
Ages 12–18

Common Themes

Self-Confidence & IdentityFear & BraveryResilience & PerseveranceJustice & FairnessBeing DifferentGrowing UpGood vs. EvilFriendship & Loyalty

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