Gleanings (Arc of a Scythe, #3.5)
Gleanings (Arc of a Scythe, #3.5)
Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Published in 2022
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Fiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Published in 2022423
Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
Scythedom • Futuristic
2022
14-18 years
830L
Super Short Summary
Gleanings by Neal Shusterman is a collection of short stories set in the world of the Arc of a Scythe series. The book includes "Formidable," "Never Work with Animals," "A Martian Minute," among others, exploring the lives and dilemmas of scythes and the people around them in a future where death is controlled.
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Neal Shusterman's Gleanings is highly praised for its imaginative expansion of the Arc of a Scythe universe through short stories. Readers appreciate the deepened character backstories and moral complexities. However, some feel the episodic nature disrupts narrative flow. Overall, the collection holds appeal for fans but may not captivate new readers.
Who Should Read Gleanings (Arc of a Scythe, #3.5)?
Readers who enjoy dystopian young adult fiction like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or Divergent by Veronica Roth will find Neal Shusterman's Gleanings captivating. This book is perfect for those intrigued by speculative futures, ethical dilemmas, and thrilling, thought-provoking plots.
18,599 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
Scythedom • Futuristic
2022
14-18 years
830L
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