
The Arc of a Scythe Trilogy (Boxed Set): Scythe; Thunderhead; The Toll
by:
Neal Shusterman
Edition: Boxed Set
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 1534461531
ISBN 13: 9781534461536
Publication date:
November 19th, 2019
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pages: 1600
Genres: Science Fiction, Action & Adventure
In a future where death has been conquered and humanity has achieved immortality, the delicate balance of life is maintained by a select few known as Scythes. This boxed set brings together an immersive trilogy that explores moral dilemmas, the implications of power, and the essence of what it means to live. Neal Shusterman's intricate world-building pulls readers into a society striving for perfection, but at a profound cost.
As the story unfolds, two teens find themselves caught in the treacherous path of becoming Scythes, navigating a world rife with political intrigue, ethical questions, and existential threats. Each book in the trilogy delves deeper into the complexities of human nature and the consequences of absolute control. The characters grapple with their identities while confronting a looming entity known as the Thunderhead, which governs their world with an all-seeing eye.
Ultimately, the series serves as a provocative reflection on the choices that define humanity. Filled with suspense and thought-provoking themes, this trilogy invites readers to question the true value of life, the nature of power, and the sacrifices made in pursuit of an ideal society.
As the story unfolds, two teens find themselves caught in the treacherous path of becoming Scythes, navigating a world rife with political intrigue, ethical questions, and existential threats. Each book in the trilogy delves deeper into the complexities of human nature and the consequences of absolute control. The characters grapple with their identities while confronting a looming entity known as the Thunderhead, which governs their world with an all-seeing eye.
Ultimately, the series serves as a provocative reflection on the choices that define humanity. Filled with suspense and thought-provoking themes, this trilogy invites readers to question the true value of life, the nature of power, and the sacrifices made in pursuit of an ideal society.