Among the Free

In the climactic finale of Margaret Peterson Haddix's Shadow Children series, Luke Garner, a third-born in a society that permits only two children per family, bravely emerges from hiding to challenge the oppressive Population Police. His actions ignite a rebellion that leads to the overthrow of the government, granting the people newfound freedom. However, as they embrace this liberty, questions arise about who will lead them and whether their dreams of freedom will truly be fulfilled.