The story: It's 1963, and the USSR is determined to get ahead of the Americans any way they can--even if it means kidnapping teens with psychic abilities and putting them to work spying on their targets' minds. Yulia can read the memories attached to an object; Sergei is a remote viewer, able to see what's going on in other locations--each must learn to use their own gift. What they don't know is that someone even more powerful on the other side is looking for THEM--and plans to scrub their brains before they can track him down. Who will get there first to plant a mental flag for their country?
June Cleaver's ratings: Language PG-13; Violence PG-13; Sexual content PG-13; Nudity G: Substance abuse PG-13; GLBT content PG; Magic & the occult (psychic abilities) PG-13; adult themes (political intrigue, brainwashing) PG-13; overall rating PG-13.
Liz's comments: I found this to be a really interesting read, and a fascinating look at Cold War Russia. However, although there really isn't anything content-wise that would make it objectionable for MS readers, the fact that it's historical fiction and requires quite a bit of thought make it a better title for high school. Booklist and SLJ both rate it for 9-up.
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