Ten Thousand Skies Above You

Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the complexity of identity or the heavy realization that our choices ripple out to affect others. This high stakes sequel follows Marguerite Caine as she travels through parallel universes to save the boy she loves, Paul, whose soul has been fractured across dimensions by a ruthless corporate enemy. It is a sophisticated exploration of the ethics of science and the nature of the soul. While the plot is a fast paced sci-fi adventure, the heart of the story deals with the resilience required to maintain one's values when faced with impossible odds. It touches on themes of grief, loyalty, and the fear of losing someone you love to their own internal darkness. Parents will appreciate the way it encourages older teens to consider the nuances of right and wrong in a world that is rarely black and white.