I Must Betray You

Note

People all over the world in any era are products of the society in which they live. They are susceptible to the norms and the hardships of their cultures, as are every one of us, for better or for worse. In choosing to include this honest, modern novel in the Boomerang collection, we open the door to big juicy conversations that contribute to the greater dialogue about mature themes of human experience–violence and war, dishonesty and betrayal, socioeconomic differences, and even basic human biology. While accurately reflecting the harsh realities and civil unrest during this troubled time in Romania’s history, through the storm, ultimately I Must Betray You affirms the value of honesty and human decency. By using a book such as this as a teaching tool to foster understanding and growth, the intimate nature of language and history blend to provide a context in which to discuss these evolving ideologies. You, as the parent, can decide how far you want to step into the room of discourse with your teens as you explore these works. We encourage parents to read ahead in order to be prepared for deep conversations with your teens.