Exile

Reach for this book when your teenager is beginning to question the authenticity of the world around them or is struggling to balance personal passion with family expectations. It follows Catherine, a high school senior managing a rising rock band, as she unravels a mystery involving a legendary missing musician and the darker undercurrents of the music industry. The story expertly navigates themes of grief, creative integrity, and the complicated layers of trust within friendships and family. It is most appropriate for readers aged 13 and up due to its mature look at the professional world and the emotional weight of uncovering long-held secrets. Parents will appreciate how the book models professional responsibility and critical thinking while honoring the intensity of teenage ambition and the search for truth.