Truesight Series by David Stahler Jr.

Everyone in Jacob's colony is born blind. It has always been this way. They embrace the philosophy of Truesight: Blindness brings unity, purity, and freedom. It is an exceptional community. Everyone is happy.As Jacob nears his thirteenth birthday, he anxiously anticipates his new role as an adult and all the changes that will bring. But as the day approaches, a far greater change threatens Jacob's future. It all starts with a searing pain in his eyes .. moreEveryone in Jacob's colony is born blind. It has always been this way. They embrace the philosophy of Truesight: Blindness brings unity, purity, and freedom. It is an exceptional community. Everyone is happy.As Jacob nears his thirteenth birthday, he anxiously anticipates his new role as an adult and all the changes that will bring. But as the day approaches, a far greater change threatens Jacob's future. It all starts with a searing pain in his eyes ...This is the first book of David Stahler Jr.'s gripping Truesight trilogy.Ages 12+ less

The gripping sequel to Truesight continues the Orwellian tale of a colony that embraces blindness. Jacob Manford is the 13-year-old boy stricken with sight who must see the truth before those he loves are lost forever.

Jacob can see--and his vision brings him great power. But he still hasn't found what he's been looking for. . . .Danger is closing in. The stars are calling. And young Jacob Manford is restless. He's tried settling into life as a Seer, but he hasn't forgotten the ghostly boy who told him about a new colony--a colony for those who were once blind but can now see. A place for people like Jacob.Soon Jacob buys passage on a cargo ship hurtling toward distant planets... moreJacob can see--and his vision brings him great power. But he still hasn't found what he's been looking for. . . .Danger is closing in. The stars are calling. And young Jacob Manford is restless. He's tried settling into life as a Seer, but he hasn't forgotten the ghostly boy who told him about a new colony--a colony for those who were once blind but can now see. A place for people like Jacob.Soon Jacob buys passage on a cargo ship hurtling toward distant planets. But strange events along the way worry him. Is he moving toward a new life and a new sense of peace, or is he simply bringing trouble with him? less