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Synopsis
In a world struggling back from the brink of apocalypse, life is harsh. And for Elspeth Gordie, it is also dangerous. That's because Elspeth has a secret: she is a Misfit, born with mysterious mental abilities that she must keep hidden under threat of death. And her worries only multiply when she is exiled to the mountain compound known as Obernewtyn, where--for all her talents--Elspeth may finally and truly be out of her depth. Then she learns she's not the only one concealing secrets at Obernewtyn.From the Paperback edition.
Is Obernewtyn appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This post-apocalyptic YA fantasy contains themes of persecution and exile for those with mental abilities. Violence is present but not graphic, and the focus is on survival and self-discovery in a harsh world.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include ableism, exile, and mental manipulation (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to Elspeth's dangerous secret and her struggle to survive in a world where being different means death.