YA Dystopian
YA Dystopian is set in oppressive societies and often features young protagonists challenging the status quo.
Lord of the Flies
Lord of the Flies by William Golding is a haunting allegorical novel about a group of British schoolboys stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash. Without adult supervision, their attempt to establish order quickly descends into savagery, revealing the thin veneer of civilization. The story follows Ralph, who tries to maintain order, and Jack, who embraces chaos and violence. As fear, power struggles, and primal instincts take over, the boys’ society collapses. Golding explores themes of human nature, morality, and the inherent darkness within mankind. First published in 1954, it remains a powerful critique of civilization and human behavior.