Challenger Deep: An Insightful Exploration of Mental Illness by Neal Shusterman

Neal Shusterman’s Challenger Deep is an incredibly thought-provoking novel about a teenage boy’s journey into the depths of his own mind and psyche. It follows Caden Bosch, a high school student whose life begins to unravel as he struggles with mental illness. The book is written in an innovative style that mixes prose and illustrations as Caden’s thoughts become increasingly surreal and disjointed. With its honest portrayal of mental illness and its exploration of the power of art and storytelling, Challenger Deep is much more than just a gripping read—it’s a powerful statement on resilience and recovery.