59 pages 1 hour read

Dave Eggers

The Circle

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Circle by Dave Eggers receives mixed reviews. Praise centers on its timely critique of technology and its impact on privacy, with readers finding the plot provocative and thought-provoking. However, some criticize the character development as thin and the narrative as heavy-handed. Overall, it’s seen as a compelling, if sometimes flawed, social commentary.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Circle?

Readers who are captivated by the intersection of technology, privacy, and societal control will appreciate The Circle by Dave Eggers. Fans of George Orwell's 1984 and Aldous Huxley's Brave New World will find similar themes of surveillance and dystopian futures compelling. This novel is perfect for those who enjoy thought-provoking and cautionary tales.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
Science / Nature