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Novel • Fiction
Future Earth • 22nd Century
2008
Middle grade
10-14 years
In Emma Clayton's middle-grade, post-apocalyptic novel, The Roar, set in the British Isles, twelve-year-old siblings Ellie and Mika Smith navigate a world filled with lies and conspiracies, mutant children, and authoritarian rule. Ellie escapes captivity from a space station while Mika participates in a government-run contest, hoping to reunite with Ellie amidst revelations of a global hoax.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Adventurous
Dark
Challenging
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The Roar by Emma Clayton boasts an intriguing dystopian setting that captivates readers with its imaginative world-building and suspenseful plot. Enthusiasts praise the vivid descriptions and thought-provoking themes. However, some criticize the pacing and character development, suggesting the narrative can feel disjointed. Overall, it delivers an engaging read for young adults.
Fans of dystopian thrillers like The Hunger Games and The Maze Runner will relish The Roar by Emma Clayton. Ideal for readers aged 12 and up, it blends futuristic scenarios with intense adventure, making it a compelling choice for those who enjoy gripping, post-apocalyptic narratives and strong young protagonists.
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Ellie Smith
Mika's sister, who plays a crucial role despite limited narrative space, possesses unique abilities that make her a target for the powerful elite and shares a deep empathy for animals.
Mal Gorman
The over century-old Minister for Youth Development, Gorman is an antagonist driven by self-interest, who views mutant children as tools in his plot and is maintained by pharmaceuticals.
Audrey Hudson
A skilled gunner and Mika's partner in the Pod Fighter competition, Audrey supports him in uncovering Gorman's secrets, bonded by their shared status as outsiders and mutual skills.
Asha and David Smith
Mika's loving parents, who aim to ground him with familial support but become secondary to his narrative, representing adults' compromised authority in the genre.
Kobi Nenko
Mika's friend and fellow outsider, Kobi introduces him to the Pod Fighter game and provides companionship, reinforcing Mika's skepticism of authority.
512
Novel • Fiction
Future Earth • 22nd Century
2008
Middle grade
10-14 years
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