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    Unwind
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    Audiobook10 hours

    Unwind

    Written by Neal Shusterman

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.5/5

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    • Survival

    • Friendship

    • Unwinding

    • Rebellion

    • Identity

    • Chosen One

    • Mentor

    • Power of Friendship

    • Runaway

    • Dystopian Society

    • Power of Music

    • Fugitive

    • Fish Out of Water

    • Hero's Journey

    • Power of Love

    • Self-Discovery

    • Fear

    • Music

    • Trust

    • Deception

    About this audiobook

    Three teens fight for their lives and each other in this breathtakingly suspenseful first book in the twisted, New York Times bestselling Unwind Dystology series by Neal Shusterman.

    After America’s Second Civil War, the Pro-Choice and Pro-Life armies came to an agreement. According to their Bill of Life, human life may not be terminated from the moment of conception until the age of thirteen. But between the ages of thirteen and eighteen, the child may be gotten rid of by their parent through a process called “unwinding.”

    By repurposing a teen’s organs and other body parts in living recipients, the unwound child’s life doesn’t technically end. According to society’s leaders, unwinding leads to a healthier and safer community, as troublesome and unwanted teens are used for the greater good.

    Conner is a rebel whose unwinding was ordered by his parents. Rita, a ward of the state, has been slated for unwinding due to cost cutting. And Lev, his parents’ tenth child, has been destined for unwinding since birth as a religious tithe. As their paths intersect, they start to fight for their own destinies. But do they stand a chance of escaping their fate or proving their lives are worth saving?
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSimon & Schuster Audio
    Release dateOct 13, 2020
    ISBN9781797108223
    Author

    Neal Shusterman

    Neal Shusterman is the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of more than fifty books, including Challenger Deep, which won the National Book Award; Scythe, a Michael L. Printz Honor Book; Dry, which he cowrote with his son, Jarrod Shusterman; Unwind, which won more than thirty domestic and international awards; Bruiser, which was on a dozen state lists; The Schwa Was Here, winner of the Boston Globe–Horn Book Award; and Game Changer, which debuted as an indie top-five best seller. He is the winner of the Margaret A. Edwards Award for the body of his work. You can visit him online at storyman.com.

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    Reviews for Unwind

    4.5/5

    328 ratings18 reviews

    What our readers think

    Readers find this title to be a relevant and captivating read. They appreciate the interesting take on the sad reality of our times and the twists and turns of the story. The characters and their journeys are loved by readers. Some find it disturbingly beautiful and emotionally impactful, even years after reading it. Overall, it is considered one of the best books by many readers.

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    • 5/5

      Jan 13, 2025

      One of the best audiobooks that I've heard. 100% recommend!!
    • 4/5

      Nov 12, 2024

      It's such an interesting premise to explore....extreme and nonconsensual organ donation. I thought that Neal Shusterman did an excellent job unwrapping the layers of the issue as well as the different aspects of a society where unwinding in normal.
    • 5/5

      Nov 8, 2023

      Read this first in middle school. I’m 27 with a son now. Roland’s last chapter in the book still made me sob uncontrollably. So did Harlan’s last appearance in the book. Still one of the best books I’ve ever read.
    • 5/5

      Nov 8, 2023

      Loved the twist and turns this book took me through . Loved the characters and the journeys they went through.
    • 5/5

      Nov 8, 2023

      I wish I had known about this book when I was a teenager because I would've been obsessed. I think it's a very interesting take on the sad reality we live in and it's honestly very appropriate listen right now. I have nothing negative to say, I just really liked it and its' premise
    • 5/5

      Nov 8, 2023

      We live in such crazy times in 2022 that I can really see this book come to life. I really loved the story and the flips and turns
    • 5/5

      Nov 8, 2023

      This book feels relevant to what we are experiencing today with losing our rights to choose. It is disturbingly beautiful!
    • 3/5

      Jan 19, 2022

      It took me a month to read it, even though I fell in love with the story, the premise, and the characters from the first book, who continue to delight me, including the new characters. However, there is a lot of filler, which slows down the reading pace. I understand there are several characters, and we learn about their journeys, allowing us to understand this world and its implications, but the pace is sacrificed for that. By the end, it finally returns to the enjoyment I felt in the first book, and of course, it leaves you wanting more with the sequel, which, based on the foundations laid in this book, I hope will be explosive. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 4/5

      Sep 17, 2021

      I liked it a lot, the story captivates you from the first chapters. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 5/5

      Dec 1, 2020

      I liked this book a lot. It is the second in the series, and many things happen that keep you on the edge of your seat with each event. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 4/5

      Jul 28, 2020

      Quite original like the books I read earlier by this author. But I think with the later sagas (the one about Harvest) it improves in terms of intensity and surprises. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 3/5

      Nov 21, 2019

      I just bought the physical books "Siega" and "Nimbo" by this same author, something I only do with books that I really like. It's a shame that this work by Neal didn't appeal to me enough to buy it... Although the plot interested me, the reality is that I didn't like it very much, and while it wasn't a waste of time, it didn't resonate with me, just pure entertainment. If I read the second one, it will be out of sheer curiosity and with the hope that it will change my mind about the series. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 4/5

      Jun 13, 2019

      Dystopian young adult, second part where new characters are introduced that bring a lot of life to the story, as well as a chilling character (due to what he represents), Cam, who will make one ponder about "disconnection". The characters from the first part seem a bit stagnant, except for Lev, and only at the end do the events rush forward. It resembles "The Darkest Minds". (Translated from Spanish)
    • 5/5

      Feb 21, 2019

      It's a surprising, dark book, somewhat raw in my opinion. I love how the author addresses a completely novel theme and makes references to similar topics in each chapter, really making you think about the direction society is heading today and about issues that many underestimate but are of great importance. It has become one of my favorite series. The author captivates with his way of writing. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 5/5

      Dec 13, 2018

      This saga (4 books) is one of the best I have read as it allows us to see the same event from different perspectives, the plot is good and complex, the characters are real, and the events are believable. I feel that this is a worthwhile read because every detail is important and is part of something bigger, so it requires attention. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 5/5

      Dec 3, 2018

      Reconnection is a book that manages to give us a series of emotional nuances as it makes us empathize with each character, due to the way it shows the realities each one lives within the plot. It reminded me of events that gave me goosebumps in the previous book and, why not say it, here too. A character that fascinated me in this book is Cam, about whom I want to know more and more; his appearance in this book was clever. Lev, a great character, continues to evoke excitement every time he appears. It was nice to see Connor and Risa again, who have undergone growth that makes them more interesting characters. I also liked the way the events have been developing, leaving me eager to know what happens in the next book. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 5/5

      Sep 20, 2018

      Risa, Connor, and Lev are our protagonists; these characters are very well defined, very complete. Although at the beginning they are a bit childish, the author manages to put them in situations and twists that are as unexpected as they are exciting, quickly hooking the reader. This book was a great and pleasant surprise. (Translated from Spanish)
    • 5/5

      Apr 3, 2018

      Reconnection is a second installment that is much better than its predecessor. The way it is crafted and the questions that have been resolved have made it a truly wonderful read.

      In this book, we continue the story of Lev, Connor, and Risa after they dealt with one of the harvesters; the struggle to continue their lives and the growth they experience afterward... Lev, Lev, Lev.

      But now it’s not just about them; new characters are introduced with whom you can become attached or disdainful. There’s also the fact that it adds not just disconnection, but the creation of something new, something surprising; Cam, a character who brings something different and good.

      I feel that, in addition to all that, the writing feels better, in my opinion, and that’s why I was quite comfortable while reading.
      I have a lot of hope for the next installments. (Translated from Spanish)