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Science Fiction · DarkA woman is forced to bear children in a theocratic America
The Handmaid’s Tale
See it on Amazon1985Moderate readSteady pace
What it is about
In the Republic of Gilead, a totalitarian regime that has seized power in the United States, Offred is a Handmaid, forced to bear children for the ruling class. Atwood’s 1985 novel is a classic of dystopian fiction.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy science fiction built on big ideas, with a dark mood and a steady pace. It is a read that rewards some attention.
Themes: Dystopia · Women · Control
Screen adaptation
The Handmaid’s Tale (1990) · The Handmaid’s Tale (TV, 2017)
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About the author
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