Under the Never Sky

Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the feeling that the world is divided into 'us versus them,' or when they are struggling to see the humanity in people with different backgrounds. This story serves as a powerful metaphor for social bubbles and the courage it takes to step outside of them. Following Aria, a sheltered girl from a high-tech city, and Perry, a survivor from the rugged outside world, it explores how proximity and shared crisis can dissolve deep-seated prejudices. While the setting is a dystopian wasteland filled with environmental perils and 'Savage' tribes, the heart of the story is the developing bond between two people who were taught to fear one another. It is ideal for readers aged 13 and up who enjoy high-stakes adventure but are ready for more mature themes of sensory experience, physical survival, and the complicated nature of trust. Parents will appreciate the book's emphasis on looking past labels to discover shared values and the resilience found in human connection.