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Jul 18, 2017TEENREVIEWCREW rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Governments or biased kings; citizens or slaves? Orwell forces readers to think just who is in control and have they really used it wisely? In this story whether the world has turned upside down or just showing its true colors is up to readers and the main character Winston Smith to find out as secrets are revealed and trust, non-existent. Orwell takes the finger pointing game up a notch and gives you chills wondering about the watchful eyes of Big Brother. As a teen, I would recommend this book to ages 16 and up as though it does have a great plot and storyline, it may not be suitable to younger audiences as it contains mature scenes. 4/5 stars @C.L of the Hamilton Public Library's Teen Review Board 1984 is a novel by George Orwell which was published in 1949. In a dystopian world when the government controls everything. The novel follows the life of Winston Smith, an average citizen working for ‘Big Brother’. ‘Big Brother’ is the face of the government that all the citizens praise. The novel explores the many themes that go along with a totalitarian government. Winston starts to rebel against the omnipotent party as he comes across historical discrepancies. This book is very interesting and definitely left with some questions. I feel like everyone should read this novel as we may be closer to an all controlling government than people realize. The plot is interesting but what is more captivating is the questions that are raised. I would give 1984 four and a half out of five stars. @Nessie of the Hamilton Public Library's Teen Review Board George Orwell’s 1984 is a story of an oppressive class system and government, secrecy, mistrust, social conditioning, and the power of love and hate in balance. No conflict is simple - everything is grey. It’s one of the best books I’ve ever read, and yet, a part of me (a big part) actually hated it. That’s what makes it so brilliant. As I was reading, I was so uncomfortable that I nearly put it down, but something made me stay. Even though I hated the protagonist for the majority of the book, I kept reading. I won’t give away too much, but I do encourage you to read it despite how uncomfortable it may make you. The fact that I hated it made me love it all the more, because it told me a lot about myself in the process. I would recommend this book to you if you are looking to be a little bit scared, enthralled, and overall, if you’re looking for a challenge to what you think you know.  Pair with Brave New World and/or Handmaid’s Tale for best results. @freckleface675 of the Teen Review Board of the Hamilton Public Library