About This Book
In this fast-paced adventure, 12-year-old Jackson Opus grapples with the sudden discovery of his family's powerful hypnotic abilities. As he learns to control his newfound powers, he finds himself targeted by the Sentia Institute, a shadowy organization determined to use him for their own nefarious purposes. This book explores themes of identity, responsibility, and standing up to those who seek to control others, all wrapped in an exciting mystery perfect for middle-grade readers.
Twelve-year-old Jackson Opus is descended from two powerful hypnotist bloodlines, but he has just begun to realize that he can control other peoples' actions with sometimes frightening results--especially when the head of the Sentia Institute plans to use Jackson for his own benefit.
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If you had Jackson's powers, how would you use them? What rules would you set for yourself?
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The Sentia Institute wants to control Jackson. Why do you think people want to control others?
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Jackson has to decide who to trust. How do you decide who is trustworthy in your own life?
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What does it mean to be truly free, and how does Jackson fight for his freedom?
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