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Rowan and Citra take opposite stances on the morality of the Scythedom, putting them at odds, in the chilling sequel to the Printz Honor Book Scythe from New York Times bestseller Neal Shusterman, author of the Unwind dystology.The Thunderhead cannot interfere in the affairs of the Scythedom. All it can do is observe—it does not like what it sees. A year has passed since Rowan had gone off grid. Since then, he has become an urban legend, a vigilante snuffing out corrupt scythes in a trial by fire. His story is told in whispers across the continent. As Scythe Anastasia, Citra gleans with compassion and openly challenges the ideals of the “new order.” But when her life is threatened and her methods questioned, it becomes clear that not everyone is open to the change. Will the Thunderhead intervene? Or will it simply watch as this perfect world begins to unravel?

In the second installment of Neal Shusterman's thrilling Arc of a Scythe series, Thunderhead, the AI governing society, faces new challenges and threats. Rowan Damisch, now a Scythe, grapples with the complexities of his role and the weight of the lives he must take. He finds himself questioning the very foundations of the Scythedom and the society it upholds.

Meanwhile, Citra Terranova, now a famous Faraday, struggles to reconcile her past as a Scythe apprentice with her new life as a public figure. She uncovers a dark secret that shakes her faith in the Thunderhead and the utopian society it has created.

As Rowan and Citra navigate their changing roles, they form an unlikely alliance with Grayson Tolliver, a renegade Scythe who believes the only way to change the system is to destroy it. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the Thunderhead and challenge its absolute power.

In Thunderhead, Shusterman weaves a gripping and thought-provoking tale that delves into the nature of life, death, and the delicate balance between order and chaos. With its intricate world-building, compelling characters, and philosophical musings, Thunderhead is a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction and anyone who enjoys a thrilling and intellectually stimulating read.