Strange Angels

A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is navigating profound grief, especially the sudden loss of a protector, or when they are struggling to establish their own voice in a world that feels hostile. While it is framed as a supernatural thriller, it is at its heart a study of resilience and the messy transition from child to self-reliant adult. It validates the feeling that the world is a dangerous place where you can only rely on your own instincts. Dru Anderson is a teen girl forced into hiding after her father is murdered and returns as a supernatural threat. The story explores themes of identity, the weight of inherited burdens, and the complexity of finding trust in new relationships while mourning the old. It is appropriate for older teens who enjoy darker, atmospheric stories and can handle intense action and gritty themes. Parents will appreciate how it models a young woman reclaiming her agency during a crisis.