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Hungry
Hungry
Reviewed by: Cidney Mayes - Wells Public Library, Wells, Choose Library District
Review Date: September 29, 2014
Review
This fast-paced and compelling dystopian novel is set in a future where there is not food, only a synthetic nutritional substance called Synthamil that quells the need to eat and feelings of hunger. It isn't until Thalia Apple, whose mother invented Synthamil, begins to feel hungry that she questions the corporation that supplies nutrition for the world and starts an underground movement that demands the right to food. Fans of science fiction, such as Scott Westerfield's "Uglies" series, as well as fans of dystopian literature will enjoy this book and crave a sequel. Readers will explore themes of class, science versus nature, human rights, and corporate control. Action, adventure and romance are all included in Swain's novel, which is recommended for grades 8-12, for both boys and girls.
Overall Book Score: excellent
About the Book
Author:
Swain, H. A.
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends/Macmillan
Book Type: chapter book fiction
Genre: adventure, science fiction, romance
Audience: grades 7-9, grades 10-12
Binding Type: trade edition
Binding Quality: good
ISBN: 9781250028297
Price: 16.99