Pet is the award-winning speculative YA novel by Akwaeke Emezi, known for the Sunday Times bestseller list. This English-language book is suitable for younger readers and blends fantasy with socially relevant themes.
In a future city where monster stories are denied, Jam discovers the creature Pet, which appears from a painting by her mother. Pet is on the trail of a hidden threat, while Jam is confronted with grief and denial within her closest circle of friends. This story explores how young people can act when adults ignore facts.
Emezi’s debut delivers a mix of speculative fiction, dystopian elements, and political commentary, with a powerful, story-driven tone. Pet is an affecting and timely young adult novel that asks questions about truth and responsibility.
Features:
- Speculative YA novel by Sunday Times bestselling author Akwaeke Emezi
- English-language edition suitable for young readers
- Themes: monsters, denial, friendship, and dystopia
- Genre: speculative fiction, dystopian, coming-of-age