Everwild

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Action-AdventureScience FictionDystopianSurvivalPolitical IntrigueThought-ProvokingMorally Grey CharacterYoung Adult (YA)Thriller
YA Dystopian

Everwild

Neal Shusterman

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Picking up after the tumultuous events of the first book, 'Everwild' plunges readers back into a world where death has been conquered, and the Scythedom holds the sole power to end life, acting as population control. The story centers on Citra Terranova and Rowan Damisch, two individuals forced into the role of Scythes, who have now become fugitives. Having defied the established order and broken the sacred rules of their grim profession, they find themselves hunted by their former colleagues and the powerful figures within the Scythedom who seek to maintain absolute control. Their flight is not merely about survival but also a desperate quest to preserve their own humanity and ideals in a system increasingly mired in corruption and political maneuvering. The narrative delves deeply into the philosophical and moral complexities of a society that has eliminated natural death, exploring what it truly means to live when life is managed and mortality is a privilege of the few. Citra and Rowan face harrowing challenges, forcing them to make life-altering decisions that blur the lines between right and wrong as they navigate a treacherous landscape. The compelling nature of 'Everwild' lies in its exploration of rebellion against oppressive structures, the inherent corruption of power, and the enduring struggle for individuality and conscience. The constant threat of discovery, the intricate moral dilemmas, and the profound questions about the nature of life, death, and humanity make this sequel a gripping and thought-provoking continuation of the series.

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Publisher

Simon and Schuster

Pages

448

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9781534483309

ISBN-10

1534483306

Language

English

Published

2020-09-15