Every Young Adult Dystopian Novel
Introduction
In recent years, the young adult dystopian novel genre has become increasingly popular among readers of all ages. These novels often feature a dystopian society, where the protagonist must navigate through a corrupt world to fight for the greater good. This article will explore the common themes and elements found in every young adult dystopian novel.
The Protagonist
One of the key components of every young adult dystopian novel is the protagonist. This character is typically a young adult who is thrust into the dangerous world of the dystopian society. They are often courageous, resourceful, and willing to fight against the oppressive government or ruling class. The protagonist is usually on a quest to uncover the truth behind the society’s corruption and bring about change.
- The protagonist is typically a young adult
- They are courageous and resourceful
- They fight against the oppressive government
- They are on a quest to uncover the truth
- They seek to bring about change in the society
The Dystopian Society
Another common aspect of young adult dystopian novels is the setting of a dystopian society. This society is often depicted as a harsh and oppressive world controlled by a totalitarian government or ruling class. The society is usually characterized by extreme inequality, scarcity of resources, and constant surveillance of its citizens. The protagonist must navigate through this society to uncover the truth and bring about change.
- The society is oppressive and controlled by a totalitarian government
- There is extreme inequality and scarcity of resources
- Citizens are under constant surveillance
- The protagonist navigates through this society to uncover the truth
- They seek to bring about change in the society
The Love Interest
Many young adult dystopian novels also feature a love interest for the protagonist. This character often serves as a source of support and motivation for the protagonist as they navigate through the dangerous world of the dystopian society. The love interest is typically portrayed as brave, independent, and willing to fight alongside the protagonist for the greater good.
- The love interest serves as a source of support for the protagonist
- They are brave and independent
- They are willing to fight alongside the protagonist
- They share the protagonist’s goal of bringing about change
- They often serve as a motivation for the protagonist
The Oppressive Government
In every young adult dystopian novel, there is an oppressive government or ruling class that maintains control over the dystopian society. This government is often depicted as corrupt, manipulative, and willing to do whatever it takes to maintain power. The protagonist must confront and challenge this oppressive government in order to bring about change and restore freedom to the society.
- The government is corrupt and manipulative
- They are willing to do whatever it takes to maintain power
- The protagonist confronts and challenges the government
- They seek to bring about change and restore freedom to the society
- The government is the main obstacle for the protagonist
The Resistance Movement
Many young adult dystopian novels feature a resistance movement or group that opposes the oppressive government and fights for the freedom of the society. The protagonist often becomes involved with this resistance movement, and together they work towards overthrowing the government and creating a better world for all citizens. The resistance movement is usually depicted as courageous, determined, and willing to make sacrifices for the greater good.
- The resistance movement opposes the oppressive government
- They fight for the freedom of the society
- The protagonist becomes involved with the resistance movement
- They work towards overthrowing the government
- The resistance movement is courageous and determined
Conclusion
Every young adult dystopian novel shares common themes and elements that make them compelling and popular among readers. From the courageous protagonist to the oppressive government and the resistance movement, these novels explore the challenges and triumphs of fighting for the greater good in a dystopian society.
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You forgot to mention the kind and sensitive boy and the dark dangerous beefcake don't like each other and spend most interactions fighting over the protag while she either acts oblivious to the whole thing or acts like she hates it but secretly likes it.
I loved it! You were spot on and made me chuckle.
This is accurate.
Percy Jackson be like
I hate how Hunger Games was sullied by all the piss-poor attempts at copying it. There actually was a rebellion against the evil government before the story, the main protag was out of her depth for like 90% of the saga, District 13 wasn't an idealized, 100% good rebellion, Coin was a power-hungry bitch and the main protags only achieved happiness by fucking off together once their job's done
And I still read them to this day.
"Everything's about to CHANGE!"
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This is only 2 minutes long, but it felt like 10. 🤣👌
Maze Runner in a nutshell:
The super secret hand signal got me 😂😂
Sounds like my friend who read divergent once and won't shut up about it lmao, accurate
I don't think I've consumed enough stereotypical young adult dystopian media to understand this
i love how everything in the plot happens "just because"
shy beefy boy is my type too lmao
Super secret hand signal 😂🤣 😂🤣 😂🤣 😂🤣 😂🤣 😂🤣 😂🤣 😂🤣
I hate the government but also I have a crush on him, the left in one sentence.
it's a young adult book because one of the characters said "damn" once in chapter 4
Why does he look identical to Harry Styles
I legit thought it was Harry Styles more unfortunate brother in the thumbnail
That Is what liberals see of us.
So, YA Dystopian Protagonist is a boy who has a crush on a boy?
This was freaking brilliant!