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A Reluctant Hero Trey may have saved Luke's life, but he still thinks of himself as a coward who can barely stand to be outdoors. Now Trey finds out Luke has been taken prisoner at Population Police headquarters. Trey is terrified, but he knows that if he doesn't rescue his friend,... Read Full Overview

In the aftermath of a crisis that threatens the safety of all shadow children -- illegal third-borns in a society that allows only two children per family -- Trey's friends expect him to take charge -- a function he doesn't want or think he can do. Trey's new role leads him to... Read Full Overview

Trey impersonates an officer to try to rescue his friend, Luke. Just when it looks like he?s close to succeeding, Trey finds himself in danger of exposing not just himself but all shadow children. Includes an author profile.