Paradox

Reach for this book when your teen is grappling with the weight of expectations or feels isolated in their responsibilities. It is a perfect choice for the child who enjoys logic puzzles and high stakes but also needs a mirror for their own internal struggles with self-doubt and identity. The story follows Ana, a girl who wakes up on a harsh, alien planet with no memory of how she got there, only a vague sense that the survival of the human race depends entirely on her success. As Ana navigates a series of life-threatening trials, she must piece together her past and reclaim her confidence. The book explores deep emotional themes of resilience and trust, making it highly appropriate for the middle to high school years. Parents will appreciate how the narrative encourages critical thinking and emotional fortitude, showing that true bravery isn't the absence of fear, but the willingness to move forward despite it.