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After a plane crash strands them on a tropical island while the rest of the world is ravaged by war, a group of British schoolboys attempts to form a civilized society but descends into brutal anarchy.
Quick Summary
Left alone on a deserted island with no adults or rules, a group of British schoolboys must create their own society, but their experiment in civilization devolves into something terrifyingly primal and violent. Readers will be hooked by the power struggles, the escalating fear, and the psychological tension as friendships fracture and the line between civilization and savagery blurs. If your teen enjoyed The Hunger Games or Hatchet, this classic novel takes that same survival instinct and turns it into an even darker, more thought-provoking read. Perfect for ages 13 and up, especially eighth through twelfth graders who love stories that make them think.