The future Octavia Butler writes about begins in 2024. That is very close and the dystopia it foresees doesn't seem far fetched at all. Here I gathered the best lessons it can teach us.
Category: Apocalyptic & Post-Apocalyptic Fiction
When the Dust Fell
If you're looking to read about a dystopian post-apocalyptic world, with the disaster having been brought on by aliens, should you try this book? "When the Dust Fell" by Marshall Ross surprised me in many ways - not all of them good.
The Universal Solution for when Society Breaks Down
If what you're looking for are emotional and intense reads, dealing with a society breaking down, global warming, wealth disparity, turning to religion in time of crisis and generally dealing with big societal problems, I have some books for you!
The Road
If what you're looking for is the grimmest post-apocalypse book there is, this book is for you!