A review by richellegoodrich
The Giver by Lois Lowry

5.0

The Giver is a well-written dystopian story. Lois Lowry gradually and subtly opens the eyes of readers as they experience the mental and moral awakening of the main character, Jonas. The book brings about a greater appreciation for simple choices, joys, and freedoms many of us take for granted. The social ease and contentment that exists in this fantasy world comes at a cost Jonas is unwilling to support after learning how real knowledge and choice have been sacrificed to attain it. This book makes one realize that every seemingly good law chips away to some extent at personal freedom, and those losses, if allowed to amass, can undermine the intended good. It is certainly a thought-provoking book.