![]() ![]() ![]() It’s easy for us in Western Culture to acclaim that personal freedom is never worth giving up simply for safety. A good post apocalyptic dystopian will force you to question everything you believe you hold dear, and force you to ask yourself what exactly you would be willing to give up to protect yourself and humanity in total. While at first glance, there is a system that suppresses freedom, implements strict regimented procedures onto its citizenry and ruthlessly protects the power structure, more often than not at some point in the institutions development, it is done with the best of intentions. There is a certain dichotomy that comes with most well done dystopian novels particularly for dystopia regimes that rise after some sort of apocalyptic event. If you are like me, and hesitated a bit at this novel, I can honestly say, go for it. Howey lovingly builds his world on top of dark secrets and fills it with wonderful cast of diverse characters. Fans of post apocalyptic and near future dystopian will love having a new playground to explore. Quick Thoughts: Wool is a fun and fascinating science fiction. ![]()
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