1984 by George Orwell

Winston is caught in a world controlled by the government. Secretly, the government controls everything that is done by the people, including what they think and believe. 1984 is THE must read book for any person trying to live in a democracy. Winston struggles against the government and the leader, Big Brother. He tries to evade the telescreens that plague him constantly. This book truly lit a fire under me about how we must, as humans, keep a constant vigilance on our ruling powers so that they never control us. 1984 is fast paced up until right before the huge climax, when it is slightly drier. This book should not only be required reading for school children, but citizens, non-citizens, adults and certainly anyone going into politics.
Reviewed by Sheina, age 18