📖 peek insideScythe
by Neal Shusterman
In a future where death has been eradicated by technology, the only way to control population growth is through Scythes-individuals tasked with "gleaning" lives. Citra and Rowan are chosen as apprentices to a Scythe, a role neither of them wants. They must master the art of killing while navigating the political corruption within the Scythedom. This thought-provoking novel challenges readers to consider the value of mortality and the ethics of playing god, set against a backdrop of a chillingly perfect society.
A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.
Notable Quotes
"My greatest wish for humanity is not for peace or comfort or joy. It is that we all still die a little inside every time we witness the death of another. For only the pain of empathy will keep us human. There’s no version of God that can help us if we ever lose that."
"Hope in the shadow of fear is the world's most powerful motivator."
"Without the threat of suffering, we can’t experience true joy."
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