Royals

In Tegan Bennett Daylight’s novel Royals, six teenagers find themselves stranded in an empty shopping centre with no Wi-Fi, smartphones, or adult supervision, creating a tense and immersive environment. As they navigate this unfamiliar setting filled with consumer goods and new social dynamics, the story explores themes of connectivity, human nature, and societal conventions, all while maintaining a gripping, suspenseful tone. Praised for its vivid characters and unsettling realism, the book offers a thought-provoking twist on classic survival tales for young adults.