Sea Glass

Reach for this book when your teen is struggling with the pressure of high expectations or feels like their unique talents are being 'used' by others rather than celebrated. This high-fantasy adventure follows Opal, a young woman whose rare magical abilities make her a target for those seeking power. As she defies house arrest to search for the man she loves, she must navigate a world of shifting loyalties and learn to trust her own intuition over the voices of authority. It is an ideal choice for the older teen who is beginning to question the status quo and needs to see a protagonist grapple with the moral complexities of power and independence. While there is romantic tension and fantasy violence, the core of the story is about the internal work of deciding who you are when the world is trying to decide for you.