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Synopsis
When your average, 16-year old loser, Scott Tyler, meets the beautiful and mysterious Aubrey Jones, he learns he's not so average after all. He's a 'Shifter'. And that means he has the power to undo any decision he's ever made. At first, he thinks the power to shift is pretty cool. But as his world starts to unravel around him he realises that each time he uses his power, it has consequences; terrible unforeseen consequences. Shifting is going to get him killed. In a world where everything can change with a thought, Scott has to decide where he stands.
Is Shift appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Teen gains reality-warping powers but discovers every choice has dangerous, unforeseen consequences that threaten his life. Expect moderate action violence and life-or-death stakes typical of YA sci-fi/fantasy.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death and violence.
Who'll love this
Teens will love the wish-fulfillment concept of undoing any mistake, plus the escalating danger as the hero realizes his power comes with a deadly price.