Neal Shusterman‘s novel Dry is a thrilling dystopian, young adult fiction novel set in a world where water is scarce, and a severe drought has been plaguing the nation. In this world of drought, seventeen-year-old Alyssa, and her brother Garrett have been struggling to survive and protect their family, but when the authorities arrested her father for stealing a precious resource, water has become the most valuable commodity. Alyssa must seek a way to help her family and save her beloved town.
Shusterman crafts a dystopian world that is both frightening and believable. The characters are incredibly well-developed and realistic, and the plot woven and unpredictable. The novel’s themes of water scarcity, family tensions, and community spirit
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It is a well-written and full of suspenseful moments that will keep readers hooked until the end. It has themes of resilience, family, community, and the power of water. The suspenseful ending will leave readers wanting more. Neal Shusterman‘s novel Dry is a thrilling dystopian, young adult fiction novel set in a world where water is scarce, and a severe drought has been plaguing the nation. In this world of drought, seventeen-year-old Alyssa, and her brother Garrett have been struggling to survive and protect their family, but when the authorities arrested her father for stealing a precious resource, water has become the most valuable commodity. Alyssa must seek a way to help her family and save her beloved …show more content…
Through Alyssa and Garrett’s story, the reader is shown the importance of being able to stay strong and adapt to a changing world. The book also examines the power of water and how it can bring out both the best and worst in people. Overall, Dry is an excellent and engaging read that is sure to appeal to fans of dystopian fiction. Shusterman’s writing is dynamic and engaging, and the story is full of unexpected twists and turns. With its tight plotting, well-crafted characters, and timely themes, Dry is a must-read for any fan of the genre. Shusterman crafts a dystopian world that is both frightening and believable, with characters that are incredibly well-developed and realistic. The novel’s themes of water scarcity, family tensions, and community spirit are timely and thought-provoking, and the suspenseful ending will leave readers wanting more. The main purpose of the novel is to explore the effects of water scarcity, and how the community can come together to survive in a dire situation. It also highlights the importance of family and the power of community