Flight of Fate

Flight of Fate is a gripping and emotionally powerful young adult novel that brings urgent attention to the hidden crisis of human trafficking. Told through the alternating perspectives of Mia, a teenage girl trapped in a terrifying situation, and John, a business traveler who receives her silent plea for help, this suspense-filled debut is as timely as it is unforgettable.

When John boards a routine flight to New York, he expects nothing more than a few hours of travel. But everything changes when a crumpled note slips into his lap. It reads: "Help me. I'm being trafficked." The note comes from Mia-a scared, observant teenage girl who is taking a desperate chance by reaching out to a stranger. Under the watchful eye of a man posing as her guardian, Mia's only hope is that someone will notice before it's too late.

Thrown into a dangerous situation he doesn't understand, John must make a decision: look the other way, or step into the unknown and try to help. As the two navigate their rapidly converging paths, what begins as a quiet moment on a plane transforms into a tense race against time-one that will test courage, character, and the very limits of what one person can do for another.

Written by 14-year-old author Leo Brooks, Flight of Fate explores deep emotional territory with empathy and intensity, capturing the fear, silence, and glimmer of hope that exist in real-world trafficking scenarios. This debut novel offers more than suspense-it's a story of human connection, bravery, and the power of one small act to change the course of someone's life.

Perfect for readers ages 13 and up, this book is ideal for classrooms, youth advocacy discussions, and readers who crave a compelling story with real-world stakes. Flight of Fate challenges readers to listen, to speak up, and to never underestimate the impact of doing what's right-even when it's difficult.

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Flight of Fate

Flight of Fate is a gripping and emotionally powerful young adult novel that brings urgent attention to the hidden crisis of human trafficking. Told through the alternating perspectives of Mia, a teenage girl trapped in a terrifying situation, and John, a business traveler who receives her silent plea for help, this suspense-filled debut is as timely as it is unforgettable.

When John boards a routine flight to New York, he expects nothing more than a few hours of travel. But everything changes when a crumpled note slips into his lap. It reads: "Help me. I'm being trafficked." The note comes from Mia-a scared, observant teenage girl who is taking a desperate chance by reaching out to a stranger. Under the watchful eye of a man posing as her guardian, Mia's only hope is that someone will notice before it's too late.

Thrown into a dangerous situation he doesn't understand, John must make a decision: look the other way, or step into the unknown and try to help. As the two navigate their rapidly converging paths, what begins as a quiet moment on a plane transforms into a tense race against time-one that will test courage, character, and the very limits of what one person can do for another.

Written by 14-year-old author Leo Brooks, Flight of Fate explores deep emotional territory with empathy and intensity, capturing the fear, silence, and glimmer of hope that exist in real-world trafficking scenarios. This debut novel offers more than suspense-it's a story of human connection, bravery, and the power of one small act to change the course of someone's life.

Perfect for readers ages 13 and up, this book is ideal for classrooms, youth advocacy discussions, and readers who crave a compelling story with real-world stakes. Flight of Fate challenges readers to listen, to speak up, and to never underestimate the impact of doing what's right-even when it's difficult.

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Flight of Fate

Flight of Fate

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Flight of Fate

by Leo Brooks

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Flight of Fate is a gripping and emotionally powerful young adult novel that brings urgent attention to the hidden crisis of human trafficking. Told through the alternating perspectives of Mia, a teenage girl trapped in a terrifying situation, and John, a business traveler who receives her silent plea for help, this suspense-filled debut is as timely as it is unforgettable.

When John boards a routine flight to New York, he expects nothing more than a few hours of travel. But everything changes when a crumpled note slips into his lap. It reads: "Help me. I'm being trafficked." The note comes from Mia-a scared, observant teenage girl who is taking a desperate chance by reaching out to a stranger. Under the watchful eye of a man posing as her guardian, Mia's only hope is that someone will notice before it's too late.

Thrown into a dangerous situation he doesn't understand, John must make a decision: look the other way, or step into the unknown and try to help. As the two navigate their rapidly converging paths, what begins as a quiet moment on a plane transforms into a tense race against time-one that will test courage, character, and the very limits of what one person can do for another.

Written by 14-year-old author Leo Brooks, Flight of Fate explores deep emotional territory with empathy and intensity, capturing the fear, silence, and glimmer of hope that exist in real-world trafficking scenarios. This debut novel offers more than suspense-it's a story of human connection, bravery, and the power of one small act to change the course of someone's life.

Perfect for readers ages 13 and up, this book is ideal for classrooms, youth advocacy discussions, and readers who crave a compelling story with real-world stakes. Flight of Fate challenges readers to listen, to speak up, and to never underestimate the impact of doing what's right-even when it's difficult.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9798998525049
Publisher: Moores Publishing House
Publication date: 10/03/2025
Sold by: Barnes & Noble
Format: eBook
Pages: 120
File size: 908 KB
Age Range: 13 - 18 Years

About the Author

Leo Brooks is a 14-year-old author with a powerful voice and a passion for telling stories that matter. He began reading before he could speak, always drawn to books that challenged his thinking and sparked his imagination. His debut novel, Flight of Fate, was inspired by a desire to raise awareness about the hidden crisis of human trafficking and the power of everyday courage.Leo has been writing short stories and screenplays since elementary school, but Flight of Fate marks his first full-length novel-one that reflects both emotional truth and social urgency. Told from the perspectives of a teen girl in danger and the adult stranger who tries to help her, the book tackles tough issues through empathy, suspense, and heart.When he's not writing, Leo enjoys sketching graphic novel ideas, studying criminal psychology, and playing basketball. He believes storytelling is one of the most powerful tools for change-and that young people have the ability to shift conversations and inspire action.Leo is currently a student in Southern California, balancing academics, athletics, creativity, and a growing career as a young author. Flight of Fate is just the beginning of his literary journey.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: FLIGHT PATHS AND SHADOWS 10

Chapter 2: The Risk of Rescue 17

Chapter 3: The Room 23

Chapter 4: The Raid 29

Chapter 5: Shadows Of Justice 36

Chapter 6: The Weight of Silence 42

Chapter 7: Calm Before The Storm 49

Chapter 8: Into the abyss 56

Chapter 9: The Cost of Freedom 62

Chapter 10: A New Purpose 70

Chapter 11: The First Steps 75

Chapter 12: Facing Challenges 80

Chapter 13: The National Stage 85

Chapter 14: The New Path Forward 91

EPILOGUE: THE ROAD AHEAD 97

Author's Note: 102

Acknowledgements: 104

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