After the First Death

Robert Cormier's gut-wrenching thriller throws you straight into a hijacked bus, a group of terrified children, and a teenage terrorist grappling with impossible choices. This is intense, psychological young adult fiction that doesn't pull punches—exploring moral ambiguity, the cost of violence, and the trembling line between hero and victim. Cormier crafts tension like few others, building dread with every page turn. Perfect for readers aged 14+ who want stories that challenge, haunt, and refuse to let go.