Not a Drop to Drink (Not a Drop to Drink, #1)
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
American Midwest • Post-apocalyptic
2013
14-18 years
HL820L
Super Short Summary
Not A Drop To Drink by Mindy McGinnis depicts Lynn, a teenager surviving in a dystopian world with scarce water resources. Living in isolation, Lynn protects her pond from threats and learns the harsh realities of survival, community, and trust in a world where every drop is precious.
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Review Roundup
Not A Drop To Drink by Mindy McGinnis provides a gripping, dystopian narrative set in a post-apocalyptic world where water is scarce. Praised for its strong, realistic protagonist and vivid, atmospheric writing, the novel is a compelling survival story. However, some readers find the pacing uneven and secondary characters less developed. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and intense read.
Who Should Read Not a Drop to Drink (Not a Drop to Drink, #1)?
Fans of dystopian fiction with a strong female protagonist will enjoy Not a Drop to Drink. Similar to The Hunger Games and Divergent, this book offers a gritty survival story in a world where water scarcity drives the plot. Readers who appreciate intense, character-driven narratives and environmental themes will find it compelling.
14,697 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
309
Novel • Fiction
American Midwest • Post-apocalyptic
2013
14-18 years
HL820L
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