By: Soman Chainani
Location: FIC CHA
Genre: Thriller
‘The PERFECT READ for our tumultuous times.’ - VERONICA ROTH
"A renegade thriller about a teenager elected President of the United States, sparking a global revolution of young leaders—until one of them is murdered and he’s the prime suspect.
"YOUNG WORLD is a wild ride and a fast read; don't let the 400+ pages scare you off. It hits hard and makes you think. Maybe it'll even inspire you to take action." Barb
"Phenomenal writing, and storyline, the art scattered through is surprising and really puts you in the world. So amazing for teenagers who feel politically helpless"
When 17-year-old Benton Young uploads a video daring the world to elect him as US President, the video goes viral. Young people have lost all faith in their leaders, and Benton’s video ignites a national revolution … resulting in Benton as President.
Inspired, young people from across the globe take to the streets, and soon eight of the world’s most powerful nations are led by teenagers. Their mission: to set a bold new course for the future. But, on the eve of their first global summit, one of the leaders is murdered in cold blood … and Benton is the only suspect.
Now Benton must untangle a deadly web of secrets, betrayal and power plays to prove his innocence. The world’s future – and his own – is on the line …
With globe-spanning action, shocking twists and an electric new brand of storytelling, YOUNG WORLD is a heartstopping thriller that asks: what happens when the future really does belong to the young?
- A genre-busting YA thriller of teen leaders, murder, and revolution
- Told in a stunning mixed-media style with 150+ explosive neon-orange visuals
- Perfect for fans of fast-paced, high-stakes thrillers like The Hunger Games, All That’s Left in the World and The Inheritance Games
- Themes include: power, greed, betrayal, activism, revolution, found family, love, friendship, finding your voice
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