About This Book
"Guardian" is a gripping science fiction thriller set in a dystopian world after a revolution. Syd, now a figurehead, is both a hero and a target. With his bodyguard Liam, he navigates a dangerous landscape filled with armed Machinists and a spreading, fatal disease that disproportionately affects Guardians. When the government fails to act, Syd takes it upon himself to find a cure, embarking on a quest that reveals shocking truths. This 368-page chapter book is ideal for readers aged 8-11, offering themes of bravery, social justice, and perseverance amidst intense action and suspense. It also features LGBTQ+ characters, as indicated by Open Library subjects.
Once a proxy, now the figurehead of the Revolution, Syd is a savior to some and a target for others. His bodyguard Liam must protect Syd with his life but armed Machinists aren’t the only danger in the post-Jubilee world. A horrible disease is infecting people and since Guardians are hit first the government does nothing to help. Syd decides it's up to him to find a cure. . . And what he discovers leaves him stunned. This heart-stopping thriller is packed with volatile action and breathtaking heroics that will have readers racing to its epic conclusion.
Discussion Prompts
1
What does it mean to be a "savior" or a "figurehead" in a revolution? How do these roles differ?
2
Syd takes on the responsibility of finding a cure when the government won't. What does this tell us about leadership and justice?
3
How do Syd and Liam demonstrate bravery and loyalty throughout the story?
4
The book explores a dystopian world. What elements make it dystopian, and what lessons can we learn from such a setting?
5
What "stunning discovery" do you think Syd makes, and how might it change his perspective on the revolution?
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