The Forgetting

Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: January 8, 2017

Review

Every twelve years in Canaan, there is a night of complete lawlessness and bloodshed with a complete loss of memory for all of its citizens. Each of the communities citizens, young and old, have attached to their person a book, these are their memories so when the chaos is over they know who they are. But, Nadia remembers, she remembers her first Forgetting and is trying to prevent the next. She knows the truth and to get others to believe will be a daunting task.

Strong characters including minor ones, with everyone having some sort of significant role in the story. Fans of Sharon Cameron's "Rook" will enjoy another of her stories. Similar to Lois Lowry's "Giver" with the memories lost and their consequences when regained. Recommended for grades 8 and up. An excellent addition to libraries dystopian and science fiction collections.

Overall Book Score: excellent