Eva

Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the profound physical and psychological shifts of puberty, or when they are questioning the authenticity of their identity in an increasingly digital and artificial world. This classic work of speculative fiction explores what remains of a person when their physical self is irrevocably changed. It follows Eva, a girl who wakes from a coma to find her consciousness has been transplanted into the body of a chimpanzee. It is a deeply philosophical look at the ethics of science and the boundaries of the soul. While the premise is fantastical, the emotional core is raw and grounded. Eva's journey reflects the universal adolescent experience of feeling like a stranger in one's own skin and the desperate need for autonomy. Parents will find this a powerful tool for discussing animal rights, environmental stewardship, and the ethics of medical intervention. Due to its complex themes and some intense scenes of biological and psychological distress, it is best suited for mature readers aged 12 to 16.