The Chemical Garden Trilogy: Wither

Reader: Emily
Age: 16
Title: The Chemical Garden Trilogy: Wither
Author: Lauren Destefano
Publisher: Simon and Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub Date: 03/22/11
Galley: Yes
Recommend: Yes
Convince us to read the book: Wither is an amazing story about the future and the possible shortening of human life through technological mistakes. On top of that it address the polygamy and its benefits and problems. The main character remains strong and sets a good role model for any reader and follows her dreams despite the enormous difficulties resulting from separation from her brother, forced marriage, and the knowledge of her oncoming death.
Compelling Aspect of the Book: The main character has an admirable desire to be free from her situation and maintains strong ties
to her love and her family.
Cover: Despite the fluffy dress the girl on the cover, the entire design conveys an appropriate theme of technology. The cover is very accurate in portraying the story.
Did you finish: Yes
Age Range: 14-18 and up
Quality: 4Q Better than most
Popularity: 5P Everyone wants to read it