{"product_id":"9781459841925","title":"Delta Oblivion","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e★ “One of the most poignant elements of the story is Tallie’s exploration of her neurodivergence. A technology-forward, futuristic story that holds friendship and empathy at the centre, highly recommended for hi-lo or general collections.” — \u003cem\u003eSchool Library Journal (SLJ), starred review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSixteen-year-old Tallie and her best friend Diego have always shared the same dream: to become mechbot pilots and compete in the Mech Battles, a hugely popular sport that promises fame and fortune to successful pilots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the day that copilots are assigned, Tallie is devastated when she doesn’t get paired with Diego. Instead, she has to partner with Zaina Chandra, a troubled pilot who got kicked off her last team. But to drive a mechbot, pilots have to connect their minds, which means sharing your deepest thoughts and secrets. Tallie was ready to share her secrets with Diego, but Zaina? She's a complete stranger. With her dreams and pride riding on the partnership, Tallie will have to find a way to open up and convince Zaina to do the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis short novel is a high-interest, low-reading-level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth J.M. Walker (CA)","offers":[{"title":"Orca Book Publishers |  Paperback \/ softback | Trade paperback (US) |  2026-04-14","offer_id":48428545933567,"sku":"9781459841925","price":10.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0329\/9075\/7001\/files\/BNCImageAPI_0c9e45bc-e0b1-4c83-a3d8-17cfae531386.jpg?v=1776958929","url":"https:\/\/riverbookshop.com\/products\/9781459841925","provider":"River Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}