Hill

In the near future, a group of girls survive by their own wits and follow the laws of the Manual on the Hill, a reclaimed garbage dump they call home. When one of the girls goes missing, Wren, the new leader, must leave the Hill in search of her, encountering boys for the first time. She must sort fact from fiction, ally from enemy, and opportunity from threat to survive and lead her community. The Hill is a feminist dystopian novel that explores gender, power, and the search for truth in a world defined by scarcity, distrust, and gender politics.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 296 pages
Publication date: 18 March 2021
Publisher: Dottir Press

In a not-too-distant future, a group of resilient girls navigate their survival by their wits, adhering to the rules outlined in the Manual on the Hill, a reclaimed garbage dump they call home. The cardinal rule? Men and boys pose a threat.

After a Departure Ceremony releases the eleven oldest girls back to the Mainland, Wren assumes the role of their new leader, driven by an intense desire to excel in her position. However, her tenure is abruptly cut short when one of the girls goes missing just hours into her new leadership role. Determined to find her missing comrade, Wren makes a fateful decision to leave the safety of the Hill and venture into the unknown, encountering boys for the first time in her life.

Coincidence or not, the Hill is attacked while Wren is away. As she returns to face the challenges ahead, Wren must navigate a complex web of fact and fiction, ally and enemy, and opportunity and threat. She must discern between what is real and what is not, identify true allies, and seize opportunities to protect her community.

The Hill is a thought-provoking feminist dystopian novel that delves into profound themes of gender, power, and the pursuit of truth in a world characterized by scarcity, distrust, and gender politics. Author Bryan's captivating storytelling and meticulous worldbuilding create an immersive reading experience that leaves readers contemplating the consequences of consumerism and environmental neglect while highlighting the struggles and resilience of girls in a challenging world. With its poignant portrayal of female characters and its exploration of societal norms, The Hill is a must-read for forward-thinking feminist teens seeking to understand the complexities of the world around them.

Critics have praised the novel for its lyrical writing and deep worldbuilding, noting its ability to transport readers to a dystopian world that is both captivating and thought-provoking. The book has been described as "gritty and compassionate," offering a poignant reflection on the consequences of societal norms and the importance of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.

In conclusion, The Hill is a powerful and thought-provoking feminist dystopian novel that offers a unique perspective on gender, power, and the search for truth in a world defined by scarcity and adversity. With its captivating storytelling, meticulous worldbuilding, and poignant portrayal of female characters, this book is a must-read for forward-thinking feminist teens seeking to understand the complexities of the world around them.

Dimension: 177 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781948340328