Exile

AI Rating: 2/10 - "Exile," the second book in Shannon Messenger's Keeper of the Lost Cities middle-grade fantasy series, focuses on Sophie Foster's adventures in a hidden elven world, emphasizing themes of friendship, self-discovery, bullying, and mystery-solving. While it features a strong female protagonist and a diverse cast of elf characters with varied abilities and personalities, these elements serve the storytelling rather than promoting identity politics or social justice agendas. No overt progressive messaging, DEI lectures, or prioritization of inclusion over plot. Standard empowering YA fantasy tropes without heavy "woke" overlay.