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Lois Lowry

"The Giver" series

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The Giver, a captivating dystopian quartet by Lois Lowry, explores themes of individuality, freedom, and the moral complexities of a "perfect" society. The series begins with the original Newbery Medal-winning novel, The Giver, where we meet Jonas, a 12-year-old boy living in a seemingly utopian community. As Jonas becomes the Receiver of Memory, he discovers the dark truth behind his society's façade and faces the weighty decision to restore humanity's emotions and chaos or maintain the community's engineered peace. The series continues with Gathering Blue, introducing a new protagonist, Kira, who lives in a world that values physical perfection. Despite her crippled leg, Kira's talent for embroidery earns her a place among the community's elite. As she uncovers her village's secrets, Kira learns the power of storytelling and the importance of preserving history. Messenger, the third installment, follows Matty, a young man with a mysterious past, as he navigates the tension between two neighboring communities. Matty's journey reveals the consequences of isolation and the value of interdependence. Finally, Son, the series' conclusion, weaves together the stories of Jonas, Kira, and Matty as they confront their society's oppressive regime and fight for a more compassionate and connected world. The Giver quartet is a thought-provoking and engaging series that encourages readers to reflect on the significance of personal freedom, memories, and the human experience...

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Orson Scott Card

Ender's Game

This novel tells the story of a young boy, Ender, who is recruited to attend a military academy in space. Like Jonas, Ender must confront moral dilemmas and the harsh realities of his world.

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Mary E. Pearson

The Adoration of Jenna Fox

This novel explores the themes of identity and what it means to be human, much like The Giver. The protagonist, Jenna, like Jonas, must confront the secrets of her society and make difficult moral choices.

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Nancy Farmer

The House of the Scorpion

This novel tells the story of a young boy, Matt, who is cloned to be an organ donor for a drug lord. The novel explores themes of identity, humanity and power, much like The Giver.

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Jeanne DuPrau

The City of Ember

This novel tells the story of a group of people living in a city that is running out of resources. The protagonist, Lina, like Jonas, must navigate a confusing and dangerous world and uncover the truth about her society.

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