Borne (Borne, #1)
Borne (Borne, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Dystopian City • Future
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Borne by Jeff VanderMeer follows a young woman named Rachel who discovers a mysterious bioengineered creature she names Borne. Set in a ruined city governed by a giant flying bear, Mord, the story explores themes of survival, identity, and transformation in a post-apocalyptic world.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Borne by Jeff VanderMeer combines a dystopian setting with a deep exploration of identity and survival. Positive reviews praise its imaginative world-building, rich prose, and emotional depth. Negative reviews mention its occasionally confusing narrative and complex plot that may not suit all readers. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of speculative fiction.
Who Should Read Borne (Borne, #1)?
Readers who enjoy Borne by Jeff VanderMeer are typically fans of speculative fiction with a mix of environmental themes and surreal storytelling. Comparable to Margaret Atwood's Oryx and Crake and China Miéville's Perdido Street Station, these readers appreciate richly imagined worlds and complex, thought-provoking narratives.
42,412 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Dystopian City • Future
2017
Adult
18+ years
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