Dystopian & Post-apocalypse Novels
Latest Reviews
Into The Forest
Jean Hegland
Dystopian / Drama
Standalone
Our review: Teenage sisters Nell and Eva have to develop a new existence without after society crumbles in this post-apocalypse drama.
Realistic, refreshing and sometimes raw. The writing is really good and the story at first glance appears simplistic but the nature of humans is that we are overly complex and the author captures every ounce of us all in this surprising novel.
Also a movie.
Realistic and authentic.
The Road
Cormac McCarthy
Post-apocalypse
Standalone
Our review: Brutal and gritty and all too realistic. Hope abandoned in a post-apocalyptic world, except for the love of a parent and child. Also a movie which you won’t forget in a hurry but be warned the ending is no fairy tale. The writing style is succinct and compellingly unique.
If you love a quiet apocalypse then this is the book for you.
Thought-provoking
Edge Of Collapse
Kyla Stone
Action
Series 1/7
Our review: If you’re post-apocalypse connoisseur then this might not be for you. There is some repetition and i think the author was channelling James Patterson in terms of chapter length but without his skill. That said, overall it’s a solid post-apocalyptic novel with much to admire.
Easy to read.
A solid post-apocalypse treat.
The Last Survivors
Bobby Adair
Dystopian / Post-Apocalypse
Series 1/6
Our review: A futuristic sci-fi post-apocalypse: reminiscent of The Maze Runner.
The writing style is strongly Young Adult-esque but still enjoyable for adults that like an easy reading novel. The story is middle of the road but with great characters that you can get behind.
A dependable series for YA fans.
Gritty Adult Dystopian Novels
The Handmaid’s Tale
Margaret Atwood
Dystopian
Standalone
Our review: Writing doesn’t get much better than MA’s Handmaid. Societal events you think might never happen are entirely plausible in the Handmaid’s Tale. Read the book then watch the series - you won’t be disappointed.
Awarded 5 stars and we can’t do better than that!
Exogenesis
Peco Gavkovski
Dystopian / Sci-Fi
Standalone
Our review: I took a chance on this because it is little known but I’m glad I did. Reminiscent of A Brave New World and true to Utopian societies that cannot be sustained.
The writing is excellent and the story will not disappoint.
A little gem.
Up and coming author
The Children Of Men
P.D. James
Dystopian
Standalone
Our review: Similar to the film in that you won’t be on the edge of your seat. Rather, it is a thought-provoking and provides more back-story than the movie. I found the writing refreshing. Overall, if you enjoyed the movie then the book is worth a look especially if you like realistic end of days parables.
It really could happen.
A book for an ‘I told you so-er’.
The Last Day
Andrew Hunter Murray
Dystopian / Thriller
Standalone
Our review: Multiple genres in one. As a reader some bits you might have to gloss over but actually it’s a good plot with solid characters. The writing is sound and I thought the pace was just right.
Female protagonist with substance.
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