Green Rising | Lauren James

In a near-future world rocked by the effects of the climate emergency, teenagers around the world begin developing the ability to grow plants using the power of their minds. The Greenfingers phenomenon has the potential to revolutionize how humanity interacts with the natural world, but it also brings challenges, greed, and moral dilemmas. As James’ three young protagonists come together, they challenge large, faceless corporations that prioritize profit over the planet – but they face tough decisions about the ethics of their power, raising questions about who controls nature, who profits from it, and the sacrifices needed for real change.

While James’ novel doesn’t shy away from the dark realities of environmental degradation, it emphasizes that change is within reach, particularly in the hands of young people.