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Fifteen-year-old genius Cadel Piggot Greenaus sets aside his new, crime-free life when his best friend Sonja is attacked, and he crosses oceans and continents trying to track down his nemesis Prosper English, breaking whatever rules he must.
Is The Genius Wars appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A YA thriller featuring a teenage genius who breaks rules and crosses continents to protect his best friend after she's attacked. Contains moderate action violence and themes of revenge and moral compromise.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence and assault.
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to the fast-paced international chase, the brilliant protagonist willing to bend rules for his friend, and the high-stakes hunt for a dangerous enemy.