Two Cities Book Award

The Two Cities Book Award is an annual event run by King Edward's School Birmingham and Wolverhampton Grammar School. Aimed at Year 9 and above, pupils from schools across the two regions read and vote for their favourite title from four shortlisted books; all from UK based authors and published within the last year.  Designed to inspire reading for pleasure, it culminates in an award ceremony in December. Many thanks go to Authors Aloud for their continuing support in arranging this event.

WINNER 2025

Augmented

Udogu, Kenechi ISBN: 9780571385843
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I was going to be a Mechsim. I was going to use my powers to make a difference.

In a near future London, where extreme weather has depleted plant life, sixteen-year-olds must surgically augment an ability to contribute to the new utopian society. Akaego moves to a prestigious academy after the late discovery of her rare ability - she can project a vocal frequency that accelerates plant growth. As Akaego learns to use her new skill and is chosen for an internship with the mayor she begins to feel like she can change society for the better . . . and it doesn't hurt that the mayor's gorgeous son, Joon, seems to be flirting with her. But then the Freestakers, an anti-enhancement group, warn Akaego not to get Augmented. Can she discover the truth of her ability, find the courage to rebel and keep her power out of the hands of those wishing to control it?

- Browns Books Synopsis

Shortlist 2025

Crosby, Polly ISBN: 9780702325618
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Udogu, Kenechi ISBN: 9780571385843
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Epps, Felicity ISBN: 9781444980042
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McCaughrean, Geraldine ISBN: 9781836040774
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