Gone

In Michael Grant's Gone, the world is turned upside down as all adults mysteriously vanish, leaving only teens to navigate a chaotic and dangerous new reality. With no technology or means of communication, hunger and conflict arise as kids struggle for survival, facing bullies and a lurking sinister creature. As they grapple with their changing circumstances—some developing extraordinary and perilous powers—factions emerge, creating a tense battle for dominance. With the looming threat of disappearance on their birthdays, the stakes have never been higher.