Dystopian

Dry

When a catastrophic drought hits California, one teen must navigate a world of desperation and chaos in a fight for survival.

Neal Shusterman, Jarrod Shusterman
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Matched

Matched by Ally Condie explores Cassia's journey of self-discovery and rebellion in a dystopian society that controls every aspect of life, including love.

Ally Condie
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The Giver

The Giver is a thought-provoking novel about a boy, Jonas, who discovers dark secrets about his seemingly perfect community when he is chosen as the Receiver of Memory.

Lois Lowry
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Shatter Me (Enhanced Edition)

Shatter Me (Enhanced Edition) tells the story of Juliette Ferrars, a girl with a lethal touch, fighting against a repressive regime and discovering her inner strength.

Tahereh Mafi
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Legend

"Legend" by Marie Lu is a gripping dystopian novel that follows two teens from opposite backgrounds, June and Day, as they navigate a corrupt regime and uncover dark secrets that bind them together.

Marie Lu
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The Scorch Trials

In 'The Scorch Trials,' Thomas and the Gladers face new dangers in a desolate world infected by the Flare, leading them to question their survival and freedom.

James Dashner
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The Hunger Games (Hunger Games, Book One)

The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins is a dystopian novel where 16-year-old Katniss Everdeen volunteers to participate in a deadly televised competition in place of her sister.

Suzanne Collins
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Manhunt

In 'Manhunt,' Gretchen Felker-Martin presents a gripping post-apocalyptic tale where trans women and men navigate a savage world while hunting feral men, exploring survival, identity, and the complexities of community.

Gretchen Felker-Martin
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Catching Fire

In "Catching Fire," Katniss Everdeen returns home after winning the Hunger Games, only to face new challenges and a brewing rebellion against the Capitol, complicating her relationships and survival.

Suzanne Collins
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Unwind

Unwind by Neal Shusterman follows three teens in a dystopian society where unwanted children are harvested for body parts. They escape this fate and go on the run, fighting to survive until their eighteenth birthdays.

Neal Shusterman
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Mockingjay

In 'Mockingjay', Katniss Everdeen becomes the reluctant symbol of a revolution against the Capitol, grappling with her role as the Mockingjay while facing personal sacrifices and the complexities of war.

Suzanne Collins
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Divergent

In a dystopian Chicago, Beatrice 'Tris' Prior must navigate a society divided into five factions, while harboring a dangerous secret that sets her apart.

Veronica Roth
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Legend

In a futuristic, war-torn America, prodigy June and criminal Day uncover government secrets while seeking justice and survival.

Marie Lu
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Feed

M.T. Anderson's "Feed" explores a dystopian future where teenagers connect to the Internet through brain implants, exposing themes of identity, consumerism, and love against a backdrop of societal decay.

M.T. Anderson
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Fracture Me

Fracture Me, narrated from Adam's perspective, explores his emotional turmoil as Omega Point prepares for battle against The Reestablishment, unraveling his struggles with love, loyalty, and identity amid impending war.

Tahereh Mafi
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Never Fade

In "Never Fade," Ruby navigates her extraordinary abilities in a dystopian America while grappling with her identity as a monster and a leader, embarking on a treacherous journey to uncover a secret that could change everything.

Alexandra Bracken
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The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas

Ursula K. Le Guin's "The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" presents a haunting parable about a utopian city whose joy is built upon the suffering of a single child, raising profound questions about morality and societal happiness.

Ursula K. Le Guin
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Renegades

Renegades is a gripping tale of vengeance and justice in a world of prodigies with extraordinary abilities, focusing on Nova's quest against the Renegades and her encounters with Adrian.

Marissa Meyer
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Never Let Me Go

Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro is a haunting exploration of humanity, memory, and the ethics of cloning, centered around the lives of three friends from a mysterious boarding school.

Kazuo Ishiguro
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Four

Four: A Divergent Story Collection offers a deeper look into Tobias's journey as 'Four,' revealing his challenges and growth in the Dauntless faction, enhancing the beloved Divergent narrative.

Veronica Roth
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