In a not-so-distant future, a deadly virus strikes the entire planet. Millions die...but here's the catch. No women are affected. The virus only kills males. A small percentage, around 3%, of males are immune, but they are always greeted with suspicion. The females who now run the world see them basically as a necessary evil. They've even engineered a way to make sure that the majority of babies born are female. Fourteen year old Kellen is a male navigating this strange world. When he discovers a resurgence of the virus might be on the way, he desperately tries to warn his dad, who lives in a colony outside the city. Teaming up with two girls, the trio gets in over their heads in a political and moral dilemma that could have devastating consequences.
This story had great potential. I love the idea behind it, and the exploration of a world without men. The author explores lots of interesting ways the world might change if something like this really happened. In a world without men, how many wars do you think we would have? It's thought-provoking. Unfortunately, though, I don't feel the story really ever panned out. I lost interest about half-way through, and had to struggle to finish. Remember that every book isn't for every reader, though, so if it sounds interesting to you, give it a try!
