
Callum
by:
Malorie Blackman
Language: English
Format: eBook
Publication date:
March 1st, 2012
Pages: 61
Genres: Dystopian
In a society marked by deep-seated prejudice, the stark divide between the pale-skinned noughts and the dark-skinned cruzers shapes the lives of its inhabitants. Callum, a nought, navigates the treacherous waters of a world that views him as less than human. Constantly facing discrimination, he struggles with his identity while yearning for acceptance, friendship, and love. His experiences reflect the agonizing reality of a system designed to oppress, yet his spirit remains unbroken.
As Callum’s relationships deepen, particularly with his childhood friend Sephy, a cruiser, their bond becomes a symbol of hope and defiance against societal norms. Their connection ignites a spark of rebellion, challenging the rules that seek to keep them apart. Throughout this turbulent journey, the weight of their world’s expectations bears down on them, forcing them to confront what it truly means to love and fight for one another in a biased society.
Set against a backdrop of stark injustice and enduring love, Callum's story sheds light on the destructive nature of discrimination and the powerful desire for connection. The narrative invites readers to reflect on the complexities of race, privilege, and the human capacity for empathy, courage, and change in the face of adversity.
As Callum’s relationships deepen, particularly with his childhood friend Sephy, a cruiser, their bond becomes a symbol of hope and defiance against societal norms. Their connection ignites a spark of rebellion, challenging the rules that seek to keep them apart. Throughout this turbulent journey, the weight of their world’s expectations bears down on them, forcing them to confront what it truly means to love and fight for one another in a biased society.
Set against a backdrop of stark injustice and enduring love, Callum's story sheds light on the destructive nature of discrimination and the powerful desire for connection. The narrative invites readers to reflect on the complexities of race, privilege, and the human capacity for empathy, courage, and change in the face of adversity.