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The Declaration

Gemma Malley
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The Declaration

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007

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Gemma Malley

The Declaration

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction

Action & Adventure
Period
Futurism
Setting

England • 2140s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

930L

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Super Short Summary

The Declaration by Gemma Malley is a dystopian novel about a future society where longevity drugs have eradicated aging and the population is controlled through strict laws. Individuals face harsh consequences for unauthorized births, leading a young girl to question the system and her own existence.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

23,716 ratings

61%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Gemma Malley's The Declaration provides a compelling dystopian narrative that has resonated with many readers for its thought-provoking themes on immortality and population control. Reviewers praised the vivid world-building and emotional depth of the characters. However, some criticized the predictability of the plot and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it's a gripping story with impactful moral questions.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Declaration?

Readers who enjoy dystopian novels with thought-provoking themes will appreciate The Declaration by Gemma Malley. Ideal for fans of The Giver by Lois Lowry and Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro, this book captivates those interested in ethical dilemmas and futuristic societies.

4.0

23,716 ratings

61%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Science Fiction

Action & Adventure
Period
Futurism
Setting

England • 2140s

Publication Year

2007

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

930L

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