World Below, A

A class graduation trip turns into a fight for survival in this novel where students find themselves in the depths of the earth after an earthquake; they must find a way out, relying on each other and themselves in the face of death, trauma, dangerous predators, and their own demons. Suitable for students in Grade 8–10, “A World Below” will leave readers looking within themselves, realizing that crisis situations may uncover sides to a person never seen before. Told from multiple perspectives, the novel allows readers to explore the themes of self-discovery and self-reflection through many lenses. The idea that people can overcome their own personal challenges can segue into engaging class discussions.