Deep Is the Fen

Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling the sting of a friendship drifting apart or expresses concern about a peer being influenced by an exclusive or exclusionary group. The story follows Merry as she attempts to rescue her best friend from a shadowy, male-only secret society with archaic values, forcing her to form an unlikely alliance with a rival. It explores the complexities of loyalty, the courage required to challenge tradition, and the emotional weight of outgrowing people we love. It is a sophisticated fantasy that addresses the transition from childhood innocence to the messy realities of social power structures, making it perfect for older teens navigating their own high school hierarchies.