Want
Want
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Brief
Beta328
Novel • Fiction
Taiwan • Near Future
2017
YA
14-18 years
HL830L
Super Short Summary
In Want by Cindy Pon, a young person in a polluted future Taipei fights against oppressive corporate forces. Wealthy individuals use special suits to avoid pollution, leaving others vulnerable. The protagonist joins a group to expose these injustices and bring change, navigating danger and alliances in a society divided by power and privilege.
Adventurous
Dark
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
5,195 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Want by Cindy Pon is praised for its vivid world-building and engaging exploration of environmental and socio-political themes. Readers appreciate its fast-paced narrative and strong character development. However, some critiques mention that secondary characters could have been more fleshed out. Overall, it is lauded for its imaginative setting and timely commentary.
Who Should Read Want?
A reader who enjoys Want by Cindy Pon would likely appreciate fast-paced dystopian narratives with strong themes of environmentalism, a diverse cast, and social justice. Fans of Legend by Marie Lu and The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins would enjoy its action-packed plot and thought-provoking societal critique.
5,195 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
328
Novel • Fiction
Taiwan • Near Future
2017
YA
14-18 years
HL830L
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