Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi follows the gripping tale of Juliette Ferrars, a young girl with a deadly touch who has been imprisoned for years. In a dystopian society plagued by environmental decay and authoritarian rule, she becomes a pawn in a power-hungry regime's plans. When she is unexpectedly freed, Juliette must navigate a world of danger and intrigue, torn between her desire for freedom and the responsibility that comes with her lethal abilities.
Lord of the Flies by William Golding is a classic novel that explores the dark aspects of human nature. The story begins with a group of British boys stranded on a deserted island after their plane crashes during wartime. Initially, they attempt to establish order and rules, electing a leader, Ralph.
Proxy by Alex London is a captivating dystopian young adult novel set in a future society where the privileged few lead luxurious lives while others serve as their proxies, taking the punishment for their wrongdoings. Syd is a poor orphan working as a proxy for the wealthy Knox, taking on the consequences of Knox's reckless behavior. When Knox's latest misstep leads to a deadly accident, Syd finds himself on the run, seeking justice and freedom.
The Maze Runner by James Dashner is a thrilling dystopian novel that follows the story of Thomas, a young boy who wakes up in a mysterious glade surrounded by a massive ever-changing maze with no memory of his past. He joins a group of boys who have been trapped in the Glade, trying to survive and find a way out. As they navigate the deadly maze, they face terrifying mechanical creatures known as Grievers and uncover unsettling secrets about their existence.
The Hunger Games is a story about a dystopian society of Panem, where two youngsters from each of the twelve districts participate in the Hunger Games. The players must kill each other and survive in the wilderness until only one remains. The story follows Katniss Everdeen, a sixteen year old girl who volunteers to participate in the games instead of her younger sister, Prim. The other tribute from District 12 is a boy named Peeta. Katniss lives in District 12 with her mother and sister.
The Forever Man by Eoin Colfer is a captivating science fiction novel that follows the thrilling adventures of Riley, a young boy with the power to heal. Set in a dystopian world where dark forces called the Harvesters threaten humanity's existence, Riley finds himself hunted by these malevolent beings due to his unique abilities. Alongside his loyal friend, Chevie, a seasoned FBI agent from the future, Riley embarks on a perilous journey through time and dimensions to confront the Harvesters and save humanity.
Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi is a beautifully crafted dystopian young adult book. This hexalogy follows Juliette Ferrars who has a deadly touch. She finds herself locked in an asylum and there are plans to use her as a weapon. Follow her as she searches for answers and finds unexpected allies.
The main character of The Hunger Games is Katniss Everdeen. Throughout this whole book Katniss has one goal; win The Hunger Games, a deadly human killing game. There is only one survivor. Every year 2 people from each district are sent. Katniss is from District 12. Katniss and Peeta Mellark will be competing against each other even though they come from the same district. Will Katniss bring glory to her District 12… Or die trying to do so?
Katherine McGee’s futuristic, dystopian debut, The Thousandth Floor, follows the story of five different protagonists, all with different backgrounds, hardships, and secrets that slowly become uncovered. The author paints a beautiful, yet artificial, world, full of glittering gold technology, immense opulence, and a class divide that grows harsher the higher you go.
The Calling is the first book in the Endgame series by James Frey and Nils Johnson-Shelton. Set in a dystopian world, the story follows a high-stakes competition called Endgame, where twelve ancient bloodlines, represented by their skilled players, compete in a battle for survival. The Players must solve a series of global clues in a race against time, with the fate of their bloodlines and the world at stake.
