Nobody's Princess

Reach for this book when your daughter feels confined by the social 'boxes' she is expected to fit into or when she expresses frustration with being told she is too delicate for certain activities. This historical adventure reimagines the girlhood of Helen of Troy, not as a passive beauty, but as a fierce Spartan princess who refuses to sit still and wait for a husband. Through her journey, the book explores themes of self-determination, the courage to be different, and the hard work required to master a skill. It is an empowering choice for middle and high schoolers who are navigating the transition into young adulthood and looking for role models who define their own worth rather than letting others do it for them. Parents will appreciate the way it turns a classical myth into a relatable coming-of-age story about grit and agency.