
Unwind
by:
Neal Shusterman
Language: English
Format: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 1416912045
ISBN 13: 9781416912040
Publication date:
November 6th, 2007
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pages: 337
Genres: Children’s, Action & Adventure
In a dystopian future where life and death decisions are made based on the controversial practice of unwinding, three teenagers find themselves on a harrowing journey for survival. Connor, a rebellious yet brave boy, grapples with the knowledge that he has been targeted for the terrifying act of unwinding, where his body will be harvested for parts. As he fights against the system that seeks to tear him apart, he becomes a symbol of resistance.
Risa, a talented girl raised in a state institution, faces a grim fate as she too is deemed expendable. Her determination to escape her predetermined end leads her to forge an unlikely alliance with Connor. Together, they navigate a treacherous landscape filled with those who aim to stop them, showcasing their resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.
Lev, a boy raised to believe in the righteousness of unwinding, is torn between his faith and the harsh reality of what it means to be unwound. His journey of self-discovery unfolds as he meets Connor and Risa, forcing him to confront deep-seated beliefs and question the morality of a society that sacrifices its youth.
As their paths intertwine, the trio must confront the grim decisions of a fractured society while coming to terms with their identities. Their fight for freedom becomes a powerful statement against a world that treats lives as commodities, prompting readers to reflect on the value of life itself.
Risa, a talented girl raised in a state institution, faces a grim fate as she too is deemed expendable. Her determination to escape her predetermined end leads her to forge an unlikely alliance with Connor. Together, they navigate a treacherous landscape filled with those who aim to stop them, showcasing their resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.
Lev, a boy raised to believe in the righteousness of unwinding, is torn between his faith and the harsh reality of what it means to be unwound. His journey of self-discovery unfolds as he meets Connor and Risa, forcing him to confront deep-seated beliefs and question the morality of a society that sacrifices its youth.
As their paths intertwine, the trio must confront the grim decisions of a fractured society while coming to terms with their identities. Their fight for freedom becomes a powerful statement against a world that treats lives as commodities, prompting readers to reflect on the value of life itself.