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Daughters of the North

Sarah Hall
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Daughters of the North

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Sarah Hall

Daughters of the North

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

210

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Near Future

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Daughters of the North by Sarah Hall, readers are transported to a dystopian England where societal collapse has led to a totalitarian regime controlling resources and personal freedoms. Following dire circumstances, a woman escapes to join a female-led commune, seeking autonomy and resistance against oppressive forces. The book explores themes of survival, community, and empowerment amidst adversities.

Mysterious

Dark

Contemplative

Challenging

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.5

4,469 ratings

48%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

18%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sarah Hall's Daughters of the North is praised for its evocative prose and strong feminist themes, creating a haunting dystopian narrative. The novel skillfully critiques authoritarianism and explores personal resilience. However, some readers find its pace uneven and the plot occasionally lacking depth. Overall, it is a compelling and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Daughters of the North?

Readers who enjoy speculative fiction with strong feminist themes would appreciate Sarah Hall’s Daughters of the North. Fans of Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale or Naomi Alderman’s The Power will find this dystopian exploration of autonomy and survival equally compelling.

3.5

4,469 ratings

48%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

18%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

210

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Near Future

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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