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Julia by Sandra Newman
5.0
challenging reflective slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Wow. 
This does a fantastic job of echoing Orwell’s voice and integrating the original text, while building something complex and new. 
A fascinating exploration, primarily of the difference of being raised within the system versus indoctrinated in adulthood. But also age, career, gender, sexuality, attitude and moments of class. 
The different methods of “breaking” and how post-room 101 presented was fascinating. 
The ending paid off a lot of breadcrumbs being provided, with an extra knife twist or three about futility, ending with a message I could easily see Orwell penning. 

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