The Future (Alderman novel)

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The Future
Author Naomi Alderman
GenreSatire, science fiction
Publisher Simon & Schuster
Publication date
2023

The Future is a 2023 satirical science fiction novel by Naomi Alderman. It was published by Simon & Schuster. [1]

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Synopsis

The novel is set in a future dystopia where the world has been altered by environmental crisis and a powerful technocracy.

Reception

The book received mostly positive reviews from critics. [2] It received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews. [3] Niall Harrison of Locus gave the novel a mixed review, writing that "a novel with an interesting argument. But I did just occasionally feel that I was watching the urge to imagine the metaphori­cal wedding sabotage the suspense of the journey." [1] Stephanie Merritt of The Guardian wrote that "Alderman moves easily between an ironic, comic register and more reflective asides. She writes with warmth and wisdom; beyond the entertaining action sequences and the sci-fi gadgets, she posits an alternative future that acknowledges both our human weaknesses and our resilience." [4]

References

  1. 1 2 "Niall Harrison Reviews The Future by Naomi Alderman". Locus Online. 2023-12-24. Retrieved 2026-02-06.
  2. ↑ Wang, Ian (2023-11-07). "In 'The Future,' Earth Barrels Toward Fiery Destruction". The New York Times. ISSN   0362-4331 . Retrieved 2026-02-06.
  3. ↑ THE FUTURE | Kirkus Reviews.
  4. ↑ Merritt, Stephanie (2023-11-27). "The Future by Naomi Alderman review – survival of the fittest". The Guardian. ISSN   0261-3077 . Retrieved 2026-02-06.
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