Sheine Lende

Reach for this book when your teenager is beginning to navigate the complexities of family expectations and the desire to protect those they love. Sheine Lende is a deeply rooted supernatural mystery that follows Loren, a Lipan Apache girl who uses her ancestral gift of communicating with the ghosts of animals to find missing children. When her own mother goes missing, the stakes become personal, forcing Loren to lean into her heritage and inner strength. This is an excellent choice for parents who want to provide their teens with a story that balances high-stakes adventure with a grounded, respectful portrayal of Indigenous culture and multi-generational wisdom. The emotional themes of bravery, resilience, and the power of family bonds are handled with a maturity that respects the teen reader's intelligence while maintaining a hopeful, empowering tone.