Books like Below the Root by Zilpha Keatley Snyder
In the land of Green-Sky, 13-year-old Raamo is chosen to serve as a leader alongside 12 other children. However, his experiences as a civil and religious leader begin to bring to light age-old deceptions within his society. This realization sparks a journey of self-discovery and rebellion against the established order, as Raamo seeks to uncover the truth and restore justice. The story explores themes of faith, morality, and the search for understanding in a world far from what he was taught.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Zilpha Keatley Snyder
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