Outside
“Outside” by Jennifer L. Holm, published by Scholastic, Incorporated on October 7, 2025, is a 240-page children’s book that explores the life of a girl named Razzi, who has been raised in a secluded compound. Throughout her life, Razzi has been warned about the dangers of the outside world, leading her to believe that the walls of the Refuge are her only protection. The narrative unfolds as Razzi grapples with her understanding of isolation and the reality of her existence when she begins to question the rules that have governed her life.
In this poignant story, Razzi’s journey is marked by her connection to a dog that guides her curiosity about the world beyond the compound. As she navigates her responsibilities as the oldest child and the weight of her friend Ollie’s tragic fate, readers will find themes of growing up, family life, and the mysteries that lie beyond familiar boundaries. “Outside” invites readers to reflect on the complexities of freedom and the unknown, making it a thoughtful addition to the genre of children’s literature.
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From three-time Newbery Honor winner Jennifer L. Holm, a chilling but heartfelt story of a girl being raised in a compound who doesn’t understand how isolated and unusual her life is… until she must encounter the outside world.
Whatever you do, don’t leave home.
Razzi has always been told: Don’t go Outside. It isn’t safe. There are people and creatures out there that will harm you. The walls of the Refuge will protect you from them.
Razzi’s friend Ollie was curious about Outside… and it led to his death. So Razzi is trying to be on her best behavior. She is the oldest kid left, the one the younger kids look up to. She has to follow the rules.
But Outside has a way of getting in, and Razzi, guided by a dog she has a strangely close connection with, wonders what it’s like to run free beyond the walls.
If she steps away from everything she’s ever known… what will she find?
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