I See Black

Reach for this book when your child is starting to question the infallibility of adults or feeling a growing desire for independence. It is an ideal choice for the middle-schooler who feels responsible for others but perhaps a bit trapped by their daily routine. Through the story of Prue, who must enter a forbidden forest to save her kidnapped brother, the book explores themes of loyalty, systemic corruption, and the courage required to navigate a world that is much larger and more dangerous than it looks. It is a sophisticated fantasy that honors a child's capability while acknowledging the weight of their fears. Parents will appreciate the rich vocabulary and the way it treats the transition from childhood to adolescence with genuine gravity.