Widowland: Review
Widowland envisions an alternate postwar England in which Hitler was victorious. England is semi-autonomous but under German rule. The quality of life has declined in general for everyone, but women have suffered the worst, being assigned roles not unlike a slightly less oppressive Gilead.
The protagonist chooses to fight back against the regime while remaining under the radar. Her efforts reach a dramatic climax that is ingenious and memorable.
All told, Widowland is an ultimately rewarding novel about battling against seemingly all-powerful oppression. It has stuck with me more than many other novels.
Rating:
- Recommend? Yes
- Buy as a gift? No
Last modified on 4 Sep 2023 by AO
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