Young World: The genre-busting debut YA thriller from a bestselling author

What would happen if the US elected a 17 year old as President? Find out in this sizzling, genre-busting YA political thriller from bestselling author of The School for Good and Evil.

When 17 year old Benton Young uploads a video daring the world to elect him as US President, the video goes viral. Young people have lost all faith in their leaders, and Benton’s video ignites a national revolution . . . resulting in Benton as President.

Inspired, young people from across the globe take to the streets, and soon eight of the world's most powerful nations are led by teenagers. Their mission: to set a bold new course for the future. But, on the eve of their first global summit, one of the leaders is murdered in cold blood . . . and Benton is the only suspect.

Now Benton must untangle a deadly web of secrets, betrayal and power plays to prove his innocence. The world’s future – and his own – is on the line . . .

With globe-spanning action, shocking twists and an electric new brand of storytelling, YOUNG WORLD is a heartstopping thriller that asks: what happens when the future really does belong to the young? • A genre-busting YA thriller of teen leaders, murder, and revolution • Perfect for fans of fast-paced, high-stakes thrillers like The Hunger Games • , All That’s Left in the World • and The Inheritance Games • Themes include: power, greed, betrayal, activism, revolution, found family, love, friendship, finding your voice

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© 2026 Simon & Schuster Audio UK (Lydbog): 9781398547223

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Lydbog: 7. maj 2026