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Fever

Deon Meyer
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Fever

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Deon Meyer

Fever

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Africa • Near Future

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Fever by Deon Meyer follows a father and his son navigating a post-apocalyptic world after a devastating virus wipes out most of humanity. They face numerous challenges as they strive to rebuild society and maintain hope amid the chaos.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Fever by Deon Meyer is an engaging post-apocalyptic novel praised for its gripping narrative and deep character development. Reviewers highlighted Meyer's vivid world-building and suspenseful storytelling. However, some noted a slow pace and extensive detail that could detract from the flow. Overall, it's a compelling read with minor pacing issues.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Fever?

Readers who enjoy Fever by Deon Meyer are typically fans of post-apocalyptic fiction and intricate narratives, with a preference for strong character development and suspenseful plots. Comparable to Cormac McCarthy's The Road and Emily St. John Mandel's Station Eleven, this book appeals to those captivated by survival stories and human resilience in catastrophic times.

Book Details
Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

South Africa • Near Future

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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