Chasing Embers

Chasing Embers plunges readers into a gripping dystopian future where the powerful Topos regime controls society. Sixteen-year-old Ember, whose parents were taken by Topos, finds herself in a precarious position when she's recruited to their task force aimed at curbing 'underage extremism.' Meanwhile, seventeen-year-old Sky escapes to a community of 'Holdouts' who fiercely resist Topos's rule, forcing him to confront his own understanding of truth and loyalty. This young adult novel explores themes of government control, rebellion, identity, and the search for freedom. It's ideal for mature middle schoolers and high schoolers who enjoy thought-provoking science fiction with strong character arcs and moral dilemmas.

Sixteen-year-old Ember remembers the day her parents were taken by Topos. When Ember is selected to serve on Topos's task force to reduce underage extremism, she has one chance to start a new life. Seventeen-year-old Sky has run away to a town of savage Holdouts who refuse to live under the rule of Topos. As the Holdouts slowly but surely win Sky over, he must decide what 'true' really means