The Foreshadowing

A parent might reach for this book when their teenager is grappling with a heavy sense of powerlessness or feeling overwhelmed by anxieties about the future. While set in the shadow of World War I, the story focuses on seventeen year old Sasha, whose terrifying premonitions of death make her feel isolated and burdened. It is a deeply atmospheric exploration of grief, the trauma of war, and the courage it takes to act when the odds are stacked against you. Parents should know that this is a serious and often somber historical novel. It deals directly with the visceral realities of the Great War and the psychological toll on those at home and on the front lines. It is ideal for mature teens who enjoy historical fiction with a supernatural edge and who are ready to discuss complex themes like fate, the morality of war, and the weight of personal responsibility.