Hunted

Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling to balance who they are with who their family expects them to be, or when they are processing the fear of losing a parent. It is a sophisticated retelling of Beauty and the Beast that moves away from the traditional romance and focuses on a young woman's autonomy and survival. Set in a desolate, magical wilderness, the story follows Yeva as she hunts the creature that captured her father. Parents will appreciate the focus on female agency and the nuanced exploration of grief and resilience. It is best suited for readers aged 12 and up due to its dark atmosphere and some intense, visceral hunting sequences. It offers a powerful metaphor for finding one's own voice in the midst of family crisis.