Books matching: rising against oppression
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Save:A gripping, gut-wrenching conclusion to the trilogy - you’ll feel every scar and spark of hope. Mockingjay doesn’t shy away from hard truths, which makes it memorable, if not always easy to love.
I stare down at my shoes, watching as a fine layer of ash settles on the worn leather. This is where the bed I shared with my sister, Prim, stood. Over there was the kitchen table. The bricks of the c...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series The Hunger Games ) - #2
Save:Set in a dystopian world where every word and gesture is copyrighted, trademarked, or restricted, 'All Rights Reserved' follows fifteen-year-old Speth Jime on her Last Day celebration as she decides to remain silent rather than pay to speak. This decision leads to a massive movement of silence and social upheaval, as Speth becomes an icon to others who resist the oppressive society governed by lawyers and capitalism. The story is fast-paced, well-written, and immersive, with a complex plot that keeps readers engaged until the explosive ending.
The book explores themes of freedom of speech, copyright law, and the consequences of a society controlled by capitalism and consumerism. Through compelling characters like Speth, her siblings, and the manipulative villain Silas Rog, the author paints a vivid picture of a world where individuals must pay for every word they speak, creating a thought-provoking narrative that resonates with real-world social commentary.
Once, I loved to talk. What did I say with all those words? It seems like nothing now. I honestly can’t remember much: a conversation with Nancee about how birds make it into the city, an argument wit...
