The first in a series..., I know I'll be going back for more. This is a dystopian- sci-fi type of book. I believe it is totally accessible for my 3rd and 4th grade G/T students, but boy does it pack a punch! 
 This deals with a time in the future of our country when a fear of a food shortage pushes the government to become totalitarian and to control population, food production, etc. Families are restricted to having only two children-- yet third, and sometimes fourth, children do occur. These "illegals" must be hidden lest they be taken by the Population Police. Luke, the story's protagonist, is one of these third children. Fascinating and thought- provoking!