The Future
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Book Brief
432
Novel • Fiction
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Fantasy•
Horror & SuspenseMultiple Locations • Near Future
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Appearance & Reality•
Order & Chaos2023
Simon & Schuster
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Future by Naomi Alderman, set in a post-apocalyptic near future, the CEOs of the three largest technology companies vanish amidst societal collapse. Survivalist Lai Zhen navigates a world where technology and corporate power dominate, leading to unexpected alliances and confrontations. Themes of environmental impact and corporate ethics are central to the novel. The novel contains depictions of death by suicide and substance misuse.
Suspenseful
Dark
Mysterious
Gritty
Reviews & Readership
27,162 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Naomi Alderman's The Future is praised for its thought-provoking narrative and engaging writing. Reviewers commend its imaginative exploration of technology and society, though some find the pacing uneven. Characters receive mixed reviews, with some finding them compelling while others see them as underdeveloped. Overall, it's a stimulating read for fans of speculative fiction.
Who Should Read The Future?
A reader who would enjoy The Future by Naomi Alderman is likely someone intrigued by dystopian narratives and speculative fiction. Fans of Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale and Alderman’s own The Power would appreciate its exploration of technology and societal shifts. This reader values thought-provoking themes and complex characters.
27,162 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
A woman familiar with the inner workings of the powerful elite, influenced by her upbringing by a cult leader father. She engages in forum discussions under a pseudonym and orchestrates an ambitious plan with a select group of confidants.
432
Novel • Fiction
•
Fantasy•
Horror & SuspenseMultiple Locations • Near Future
•
Appearance & Reality•
Order & Chaos2023
Simon & Schuster
Adult
18+ years
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