iNSiDE Written by S. A. Gales. Reviewed by Emily, Age 13

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I really enjoyed the storyline as it demonstrated the problems of humanity and the way we treat those who are different to us

iNSiDE is a dystopian book about two sides of humanity who have a rivalry against each other. Naya, the main character is sent by the General(her mother) to spy on the other side, while she’s there she soon discovers the whole truth.

My favourite character is Zayn as he is so patient and welcoming, he also cares so much for his people.

I really enjoyed the storyline as it demonstrated the problems of humanity and the way we treat those who are different to us. I also enjoyed the flashback chapters as it gave a
better understanding of the storyline.

This book is truly eye-opening. I would recommend to those who enjoy dystopian stories.

About the Book

Naya has been navigating the disappearing doors, shifting windows, and size-changing rooms of her indoor city her whole life. She will do anything to be accepted into the city’s governing body and police force, the NSDE, and anything to make her mother, the General, proud.

So when her mother asks her to take on a top-secret, dangerous assignment, to spy on the Spiravits, a dangerous enemy with powers no one understands, she accepts. Naya knew the risks in leaving the safety of her indoor home, but she never thought the Spiravits would be so human, especially as she starts getting closer to two siblings, Zayn and Anice. And that Outside would be quite so . . . wonderful.

What if everything she thought she knew was wrong? How can she complete her mission when she can no longer tell truths from lies?

Author

S. A. Gales

Sally Gales is an American-born speculative fiction author originally from South Florida who now lives in Glasgow, Scotland, and holds a Doctorate in Creative Writing from the University of Glasgow. Her work often blends her architectural background with imaginative world-building, and her debut YA science fantasy novel iNSiDE was a winner of the Imagined Futures Prize. She also writes short stories for various publications and explores themes of belonging, identity, and forgotten spaces in her fiction.

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Emily, 13

  • Reviews: 5
  • Likes: netball, reading and being with my friends
  • Dislikes: slugs and hailstones
  • Favourite Book: Death in the Spotlight by Lauren Child
  • Favourite Film: Grease
  • Favourite Song : Standing on the Edge of Great by Julie and the Phantoms

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