The Knife of Never Letting Go by Patrick Ness (2008)

In a world where everyone can hear each other’s thoughts, a boy discovers a terrifying secret that sends him running for his life. Ness writes with furious energy and raw emotion, capturing the chaos of growing up in an oppressive world. It’s philosophical, heart-wrenching, and impossible to forget. One of the defining books of modern YA sci-fi.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐