Margaret Peterson Haddix is the author of the Shadow Children series, starting with Among the Hidden. She writes engaging young adult fiction, often exploring themes of identity and societal control.
Among the Free
Among the Free
Synopsis
Thirteen-year-old Luke Garner has spent his life hiding as an illegal third child, but his world changes forever when he accidentally triggers a national revolution. As the oppressive Population Police fall, Luke discovers that the new leaders might be just as dangerous as the old ones. He must navigate a crumbling society to find a way toward genuine liberty for all shadow children.
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Luke GarnerProtagonist
A thirteen-year-old who has spent his life hiding as an illegal third child, he accidentally triggers a national revolution and must navigate a crumbling society to find genuine liberty.
Population PoliceAntagonist
The oppressive force that enforces the population laws, they fall during the revolution but are replaced by new, potentially dangerous leaders.
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Among the Free (Shadow Children Books)Unknown, Jul
194 pages
Perfection LearningISBN: 97807569795395 editions available
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Frequently asked questions
What is the book Among the Free about?
Among the Free is about thirteen-year-old Luke Garner. He has always lived in hiding as an illegal third child. He accidentally sparks a national revolution against the oppressive Population Police.
Is "Among the Free" part of a series?
Yes, "Among the Free" is the seventh and final book in the Shadow Children series. The series concludes with this installment.
What kind of book is "Among the Free"?
"Among the Free" is a dystopian novel for young readers. It continues the story of Luke Garner in a society with strict population control.