Nightmare Academy

Reach for this book when your teenager is beginning to question the 'truth' they see in the media or feeling the heavy weight of social engineering and peer pressure. It is an ideal choice for families who want to discuss the importance of objective truth and moral clarity in a world that often feels relative and confusing. The story follows teenage siblings Elijah and Elisha as they go undercover at a bizarre, high-tech academy for runaways. They soon discover that the school's 'progressive' curriculum is actually a sinister plot to strip students of their individuality and moral compass. While the plot is a fast-paced mystery, the heart of the book deals with the courage required to stand by one's convictions. It is best suited for middle and high schoolers who enjoy high-stakes adventure and are ready to engage with deeper philosophical and spiritual questions about right and wrong.