Cage of Souls
Cage of Souls
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Dying Earth • Distant Future
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Adrian Tchaikovsky's Cage of Souls, a person named Stefan Advani narrates their survival journey in Shadrapar, a brutal prison set in a dystopian future. Society, nearing collapse, deals with environmental decay and a mysterious threat as they navigate conflict, alliances, and existential challenges in this richly imagined world.
Mysterious
Adventurous
Dark
Fantastical
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Cage of Souls by Adrian Tchaikovsky is lauded for its vivid world-building and philosophical depth, offering a richly imaginative narrative. The protagonist's journey is both compelling and thought-provoking, though some readers find the pace uneven and the complex plot occasionally hard to follow. Overall, it presents a unique and engaging dystopian tale.
Who Should Read Cage of Souls?
Readers who enjoy Cage of Souls by Adrian Tchaikovsky would likely appreciate intricate world-building, philosophical depth, and existential themes. Fans of China Miéville's Perdido Street Station or Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale may find it compelling for its speculative setting and thought-provoking narrative.
17,813 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Dying Earth • Distant Future
2019
Adult
18+ years
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