Unlocked

Name: Unlocked
ISBN: 9781713637967

by Shannon Messenger

Join Sophie Foster, a powerful elf with telepathy, as she navigates the complex world of the Lost Cities, uncovers secrets about her past, and confronts dangerous extremist groups. This novella and gu

About This Book

"Unlocked" is book 8.5 in the popular upper-middle-grade fantasy series, Keeper of the Lost Cities, by Shannon Messenger. This volume serves as both a comprehensive guide to the intricate world and characters, and a significant novella that continues Sophie Foster's journey. Sophie, a twelve-year-old elf with extraordinary abilities, was raised by humans before being brought to the hidden Lost Cities, where she attends an elvin academy and becomes embroiled in a conflict between a rebel organization, the Black Swan, and criminal extremists, the Neverseen. The series explores themes of identity, belonging, friendship, and the search for family, as Sophie uncovers secrets about her origins and faces moral dilemmas. Parents should be aware of themes of peril, conflict, and some character trauma, particularly regarding family issues and the ongoing battle between factions.

Heads up, parents

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Violence

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Character Death

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Discussion Prompts

How does Sophie's experience of being adopted by elves compare to her life with her human family?

What does it mean to "belong," and how do different characters in the book find their sense of belonging?

The Black Swan and the Neverseen have very different goals. How do you decide who is "good" or "evil" in a complex conflict like this?

Keefe uses humor to hide his feelings. Why do you think people do that, and how can friends help each other when they're struggling?

Sophie has many special abilities. If you could have one elvin ability, which would it be and why?

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