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Synopsis
Fifteen-year-old Michael Vey, born with Tourette's syndrome and special electromagnetic powers, joins his techno-genius best friend and an alliance of other "electric" teenagers to battle powerful foes in the jungles of Peru, where Michael learns the Order of Elgen's plan to "restructure" the world.
Is Rise of the Elgen appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
Parents should know this book features teens with superpowers fighting against a villainous organization, with action sequences involving electromagnetic powers and battles. The protagonist has Tourette's syndrome, providing positive disability representation.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include ableism, violence, and chronic illness.
Who'll love this
Kids will love the exciting superhero action, cool electric powers, and a team of teens working together to stop an evil organization's world domination plans.