Love Sounds Like

Reach for this book when your teenager begins questioning authority, expressing frustration with school or social rules, or showing a deep interest in how information is shared online. It is a vital tool for families navigating the transition from following instructions to developing critical thinking and a personal moral compass. The story follows Winston Smith as he attempts to maintain his individuality in a world where even thoughts are monitored by Big Brother. While the setting is a dark, futuristic London, the emotional core focuses on the struggle for privacy, the importance of truth, and the courage it takes to be oneself. It is an intense but foundational read for mature teens who are ready to discuss the ethics of power and the value of intellectual freedom.