Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
341
Language
English
Published
Apr 1, 2014
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press/Macmillan Children's
ISBN-10
1596438924
ISBN-13
9781596438927
Description
In a world where thoughts can be weaponized, Yulia learns at an early age that an empty mind provides the ultimate protection. Growing up amidst a society that views emotions as a vulnerability, she curtails her feelings and suppresses her innermost thoughts. This necessity shapes her existence, forcing her to navigate life in a continual state of restraint, haunted by the dangers that lurk in the minds of others.
As she grapples with the weight of her isolation, Yulia discovers that maintaining control may come at a heavy cost. Her struggle unfolds against a backdrop of political tension and espionage, where loyalty is fluid and betrayal is lurking in every shadow. The fine line between survival and surrender blurs as she meets others who trade in secrets, revealing the strength found in vulnerability.
Yulia's journey is a gripping exploration of the human psyche’s depths, capturing the essence of fear, resilience, and the quest for identity in an oppressive regime. Torn between her instinct to protect herself and her longing for connection, she stands at a precipice where every decision can lead to salvation or doom.
The stakes become even higher when she uncovers a conspiracy that could alter the fate of her world. As Yulia wrestles with trust and truth, she must decide whether to remain hidden in the safety of her silence or harness her suppressed emotions to fight for her freedom and the freedom of those she cares about.
As she grapples with the weight of her isolation, Yulia discovers that maintaining control may come at a heavy cost. Her struggle unfolds against a backdrop of political tension and espionage, where loyalty is fluid and betrayal is lurking in every shadow. The fine line between survival and surrender blurs as she meets others who trade in secrets, revealing the strength found in vulnerability.
Yulia's journey is a gripping exploration of the human psyche’s depths, capturing the essence of fear, resilience, and the quest for identity in an oppressive regime. Torn between her instinct to protect herself and her longing for connection, she stands at a precipice where every decision can lead to salvation or doom.
The stakes become even higher when she uncovers a conspiracy that could alter the fate of her world. As Yulia wrestles with trust and truth, she must decide whether to remain hidden in the safety of her silence or harness her suppressed emotions to fight for her freedom and the freedom of those she cares about.