The Dreamers
The Dreamers
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Brief
303
Novel • Fiction
Santa Lora, California • Contemporary
2019
Adult
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Dreamers by Karen Thompson Walker is about a mysterious virus in the fictional town of Santa Lora, California, causing extended periods of sleep and intense dreams among college students and townspeople. As the virus spreads, the affected are quarantined, and the town descends into chaos, with the narrative focusing on the personal struggles and relationships of those impacted. This book contains descriptions of illness, death, and pregnancy complications.
Mysterious
Unnerving
Contemplative
Melancholic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
44,497 ratings
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Review Roundup
Karen Thompson Walker's The Dreamers captivates with its lyrical prose and imaginative storyline, delving into a mysterious illness causing a deep sleep. Critics laud its thought-provoking themes and rich character development. However, some note pacing issues and predictability. Overall, it's a compelling blend of science fiction and literary fiction that intrigues and resonates.
Who Should Read The Dreamers?
Readers who would enjoy The Dreamers by Karen Thompson Walker are typically fans of thought-provoking, speculative fiction. They appreciate intricate storytelling and emotional depth, much like in Emily St. John Mandel’s Station Eleven or Kazuo Ishiguro’s Never Let Me Go. This audience relishes exploring human resilience in extraordinary circumstances.
44,497 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
303
Novel • Fiction
Santa Lora, California • Contemporary
2019
Adult
15-18 years
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