About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is grappling with the feeling of belonging to two different worlds or feels a growing responsibility to protect their community against systemic injustice. It is a powerful choice for a young person who feels overlooked or who is navigating the heavy transition of grief after a sudden loss. The story follows Rue, a Black teen from Houston who is whisked away to a hidden magical land called Ghizon. While she discovers she is half-human and half-god, the emotional core of the book remains rooted in her loyalty to her neighborhood back home. Parents will find it an excellent bridge for discussing how to use one's power and privilege to stand up against corruption and racism. The language and action are geared toward older teens, offering a gritty, realistic look at urban life blended with high-stakes epic fantasy.
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