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Scythe

By Neal Shusterman
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Scythe by Neal Shusterman is set in a future where humanity has conquered death, disease, and even aging. The story follows two teenagers, Citra and Rowan, who are chosen as apprentices to become scythes, individuals responsible for managing life and ensuring population control through "gleaning." As they navigate their training, they must grapple with the moral complexities of their role and the implications of wielding the power over life and death.
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This book may appeal to you if you're intrigued by a futuristic society where death is abolished, and Scythes are the only ones who can end life. It offers a thought-provoking exploration of morality, mortality, and power, wrapped in an engaging narrative. With compelling characters and unexpected twists, fans of dystopian young adult fiction will find it captivating.

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Scythe

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In a perfect world, what is there left to fear? A stunning new Collector's Edition of the New York Times bestseller, with a new piece from the author.

A Time Best YA Book of All Time (2021)

Collector's Edition with a new author's note.

Two teens must learn the "art of killing" in this, the chilling first book in the award-winning Arc of a Scythe series.

In a world where disease, war, and crime have been eliminated, the only way to die is to be randomly killed ("gleaned") by professional scythes.

Citra and Rowan have been selected to be scythes' apprentices, and despite wanting nothing to do with the vocation, they must master the art of taking life, knowing that the consequence of failure could mean losing their own.

Scythe is the first novel in a thrilling series by Neal Shusterman in which Citra and Rowan learn that a perfect world comes with a heavy price.

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Neal Shusterman's Scythe is lauded for its compelling narrative that offers deep philosophical insights within a well-crafted futuristic setting. Reviews highlight the book's engaging plot, featuring elements of forbidden love and mass murder, paired with cool philosophical musings. Many commend its captivating and fast-paced storytelling, making it an unputdownable and thought-provoking read that poses intriguing questions about human nature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529512434

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 448

Collections

Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dystopian Fiction Fiction Neal Shusterman Special Editions Young Adult

About the Author

Neal Shusterman is the New York Times bestselling author of more than thirty award-winning books for children, teens and adults. These include the acclaimed Arc of a Scythe series (Scythe, Thunderhead and The Toll), Dry and Roxy, as well as the Unwind dystology and Challenger Deep, which won a National Book Award. He also writes screenplays for film and television. Neal lives in Florida and has four children, all of whom are talented writers and artists themselves. Visit Neal at StoryMan.com or follow him on Twitter: @NealShusterman

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