The Divers' Game
The Divers' Game
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Dystopian World • Near Future
2019
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Divers' Game by Jesse Ball explores a dystopian society where individuals are segregated into two groups with strict rules governing their interactions. The narrative examines the impact of societal divisions and the loss of empathy on human relationships, offering a chilling portrayal of a world where compassion is suppressed and replaced by systemic control.
Dark
Unnerving
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Divers' Game by Jesse Ball presents a dystopian world exploring themes of societal division and dehumanization. Critics praise the novel's lyrical prose and thought-provoking concepts. However, some find the plot underdeveloped, feeling it prioritizes allegory over character depth. Overall, it is lauded for its imaginative narrative but may not appeal to readers seeking conventional storytelling.
Who Should Read The Divers' Game?
The ideal reader for Jesse Ball's The Divers' Game relishes dystopian narratives exploring societal division and power dynamics. Fans of Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid's Tale or Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World will appreciate its unsettling examination of cultural and ethical disintegration.
1,978 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Dystopian World • Near Future
2019
Adult
18+ years
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