The Missing (3)

Margaret Peterson Haddix

In a world where every choice is monitored and every outcome is engineered, a young protagonist discovers that the system meant to protect her may be the very thing that’s breaking people apart. As she uncovers unsettling clues and follows a trail of inconsistencies, she must decide whether to trust the rules—or risk everything to expose what’s really happening behind the scenes. Blending suspense with a sharp, character-driven focus, the story explores themes of control versus freedom, moral courage, and the cost of obedience. With Margaret Peterson Haddix’s signature blend of fast pacing and emotionally resonant stakes, this is a gripping read that keeps turning the question of “who’s really in charge?” into a relentless, page-by-page challenge.