by Eoin Colfer
First published 2004
Fourteen-year-old Cosmo flees his abusive orphanage only to be attacked by a mysterious blue creature. But a scrappy band of outcasts called the Supernaturalists saves him, revealing Cosmo shares their rare ability to see these supernatural "Parasites" that feed on human life. Recruited into their ranks, Cosmo embarks on a high-stakes mission to rid the world of these threats – and uncover the sinister forces behind them. Packed with futuristic tech, thrilling chases, and a found-family vibe, this sci-fi adventure explores themes of exploitation, corruption, and the power of community.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, action, young-adult
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, outcasts
Setting: Orphanage
Period: Future
291 pages · Paperback · Puffin Books
Content warnings: abuse