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Synopsis
On a twenty-second-century Earth where life expectancy has increased to span centuries and robots perform most of society's work, a ragtag ensemble of unlikely heroes join forces to save the frozen living head of an assassinated leading citizen's daughter, who represents humanity's only protection against a genocide plot by wealthy immortals.
Is Counting Heads appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This adult science fiction novel contains assassination, genocide plot themes, and complex social commentary about class inequality in a future society. Violence is present but not graphically detailed.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include genocide, murder, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens interested in complex futuristic societies and ensemble cast adventures will find this engaging, though the themes are mature.