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Among the Brave

Among the Brave

DystopianMiddle Grade
Pages
229
Published
2004
Language
English

Synopsis

Trey has always seen himself as a coward, preferring the safety of the indoors to the dangers of a world that forbids his existence. When his friend Luke is captured by the ruthless Population Police, Trey must overcome his paralyzing fear to launch a rescue mission. By infiltrating enemy headquarters under a false identity, he risks more than just his own life—he threatens the safety of every hidden child in the country.

Prose complexity
3/10

Vibe

TenseAdventurousHopeful
Reluctant HeroComing of AgeSecret IdentityQuestSacrifice

Genres

Dystopian Middle Grade Science Fiction Juvenile Thriller Adventure Children's Books

About the author

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Margaret Peterson Haddix

Margaret Peterson Haddix (born April 9, 1964, in Washington Court House, Ohio) is an American author of children's and young adult fiction, best known for the Shadow Children series (beginning with Among the Hidden) and The Missing series (beginning with Found). She graduated from Miami University and worked as a newspaper reporter before becoming a full-time novelist. Several of her more than fifty books have appeared on the New York Times bestseller list, and her work often explores themes of...

Characters

Trey PostelProtagonist
TreyProtagonist

A young boy who sees himself as a coward but must overcome his fear to rescue his friend from the Population Police.

Population PoliceAntagonist

A ruthless organization that enforces laws against hidden children and captures Trey's friend, Luke.

Luke GarnerSupporting
LukeSupporting

Trey's friend who is captured by the Population Police, prompting Trey's rescue mission.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Among the Brave about?

    Among the Brave is about a boy named Trey who lives in a society where his existence is illegal. When his friend Luke is captured by the Population Police, Trey must overcome his fear to rescue him. He infiltrates enemy headquarters, risking his own life and the safety of other hidden children.

  • Is "Among the Brave" part of a series?

    Yes, "Among the Brave" is the seventh book in Margaret Peterson Haddix's "Shadow Children" series. It continues the story of children living in a dystopian society where third children are forbidden.

  • What is the reading order for the "Shadow Children" series?

    The correct reading order for the "Shadow Children" series is: "Among the Hidden," "Among the Impostors," "Among the Betrayed," "Among the Barons," "Among the Brave," "Among the Enemy," and "Among the Free."

  • What kind of book is "Among the Brave"?

    "Among the Brave" is a dystopian young adult novel that explores themes of courage, identity, and rebellion in a society with strict population control. It is a fast-paced and suspenseful read.

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