In a dystopian parallel world, all people are governed by their Instincts and subjects of the totalitarian We. The instincts are complementary abilities that keep society running smoothly. There are Makers and Repairers, Helpers and Healers, Calculators and Welcomers, and more. The We’s rules include the principle “All instincts are equal,” but as in George … Continue reading #WorldKidLit Wednesday: We
The Marrow Thieves, by Cherie Dimaline From the first nostalgic and tangible whiff of nacho Doritos that Frenchie shares with his brother to the last hopeful lines that set up the sequel, The Marrow Thieves becomes a shining example of what dystopian literature can be. Set in a world not too far in our future … Continue reading #IntlYALitMonth: The Marrow Thieves
Written by Malorie Blackman ISBN: 978-1-5344-9742-9 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Noughts & Crosses is one of those books that takes a while to wrap around your head because there’s so much to unpack! This is a story of love in a very different dystopian world trying to keep these two lovers apart. Sephy and Callum … Continue reading #INTLYALITMONTH: Noughts & Crosses
