“...it’d be like looking for a needle in a burning haystack.' 'Oh, I’ve done that,' Mark said airily. 'It’s a game we used to play, after we got rid of all our livestock and didn’t need our hay no more. You throw a match into the haystack, give the fire a three-second head start, and begin looking. You can find the needle every time if you work quick”
Set in a future world governed by a totalitarian regime, this narrative follows characters who confront moral dilemmas and physical dangers as they resist an authoritarian order. The plot explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the human spirit's resilience under extreme pressure, focusing on the actions of those who dare to stand against injustice despite overwhelming odds. more
Margaret Haddix is an American author known for her young adult literature. Her works often combine historical and adventurous elements, which are highly appreciated by young readers. more
“Fire is always ready to burn the hand it warms.”
“I sometimes believe his lies are the truth, but I have never mistaken his truth for a lie.”