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The Gate to Women's Country

Sheri S. Tepper
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The Gate to Women's Country

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988

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Sheri S. Tepper

The Gate to Women's Country

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1988
Book Details
Pages

315

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Post-apocalyptic world

Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Gate to Women's Country by Sheri S. Tepper follows Stavia, a woman questioning the strict matriarchal social order of walled cities established by female survivors 300 years after a catastrophic war. Men live in outside garrisons and choose at age 15 whether to continue as warriors or return to the cities. Stavia's journey explores the tension between power and ethics amid underlying societal conflicts. The book contains sexual violence and themes of oppression.

Contemplative

Mysterious

Emotional

Bittersweet

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.2

14,579 ratings

76%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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The Gate to Women's Country by Sheri S. Tepper is widely praised for its thought-provoking exploration of gender roles and societal structure. Reviewers commend Tepper’s world-building and strong feminist themes. However, some critique it for a perceived heavy-handedness and predictable plot. Overall, it’s considered a compelling and provocative read that sparks important discussions.

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Who Should Read The Gate to Women's Country?

Readers who enjoy thought-provoking dystopian fiction with a focus on gender dynamics and societal structure will appreciate The Gate to Women's Country by Sheri S. Tepper. Fans of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale and Ursula K. Le Guin's The Left Hand of Darkness will find similar themes and engaging world-building.

4.2

14,579 ratings

76%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

315

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Post-apocalyptic world

Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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