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    Delirium
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    Delirium - Delirium by Lauren Oliver
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    Delirium by Lauren Oliver is a dystopian novel set in a future United States where love is considered a dangerous disease that must be eradicated through a mandatory procedure at the age of 18. The story follows Lena, a 17-year-old girl who has always looked forward to receiving the cure until she unexpectedly falls in love with Alex. As Lena navigates this forbidden romance and questions the government's control over emotions, she begins to uncover the truth about her society and her own desires. The plot is described as compelling, well-written, and thought-provoking, with themes of censorship, government control, and the power of love.

    It has been sixty-four years since the president and the Consortium identified love as a disease, and forty-three since the scientists perfected a cure. Everyone else in my family has had the procedur...

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    The Seclusion by Jacqui Castle
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    The Seclusion by Jacqui Castle is a gripping dystopian novel set in the year 2090, where America is ruled by the autocratic Board. The story follows Patch and Rexx, who work for the Board but become fugitives after discovering forbidden books that challenge their beliefs. As they venture beyond the Wall on a fact-finding mission, they uncover truths that lead to rebellion and resistance. The plot is intense, with a steady pace that immerses readers in the setting, reminiscent of works like George Orwell's 1984 and Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games.

    Patch, a patriot and protector of the US, navigates a world of excessive surveillance, murder, and lack of due process orchestrated by the Board. Alongside Rexx, she delves into the truth behind the Board's authoritative power and risks everything to uncover the reality behind their controlled society. The novel's first-person narrative in past tense, combined with influences from classic literature, keeps readers engaged till the end, offering a thrilling tale of rebellion and the quest for truth.

    The first time I laid eyes on it, I was in awe of its vastness—an iconic monument, stretching to the horizon in either direction. As strong and secure as its sister up north. Ten feet wide by thirty f...

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    The Farm by Joanne Ramos
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    'The Farm' by Joanne Ramos is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the world of surrogacy, focusing on a business where wealthy clients hire women to carry their babies under strict conditions at Golden Oaks. The story follows the lives of immigrant women like Jane, who make difficult choices to earn money through surrogacy, while grappling with themes of motherhood, race, and commodification of fertility. The narrative unfolds at a luxurious yet monitored setting, raising questions about power dynamics, exploitation, and the complexities of relationships among the characters.

    THE EMERGENCY ROOM IS AN assault. There are too many people, and the din of their voices is too loud. Jane is sweating—it is hot outside, and the walk from the subway was long. She stands at the entra...

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    Oval by Elvia Wilk
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    In an alternate near future Berlin, Anja and Louis, a young couple, live in a malfunctioning eco house while being part of a world controlled by corporations. Anja works as a scientist until being promoted into a consultant role, while Louis works on developing a new drug that has some repercussions. The novel delves into a dystopic vision of leftism taken too far, where efforts to promote equality become mutated into selfish patronization and mindless philanthropy, all set in a near future Berlin rife with issues and a crumbling relationship between the main characters.

    AFTER DEATH, BUREAUCRACY TAKES THE WHEEL. FUNERAL arrangements, bank account closures, insurance payouts. Unpaid taxes. Unforgiven debts. For some, the cascade of paperwork adds an unbearable layer of...

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