Genre-
Science Fiction | Young Adult | Dystopian | Best Seller | Fiction | Award-Winning | Top Rated
Audiobook Summary-
"The Toll" by Neal Shusterman is the epic finale to the "Arc of a Scythe" trilogy, following the thrilling action of "Scythe" and "Thunderhead." In the final book, Citra and Rowan are at the center of a struggle to redefine the future of the Scythedom, a society where death is managed by Scythes. As the struggle between renegade Scythes and the Thunderhead's impartial position intensifies, the fate of humanity remains uncertain. The plot darkens as the characters come to terms with the consequences of their choices and actions. The Thunderhead, which has been instrumental in upholding peace, is powerless to stop the chaos that is rising. With a new, ruthless player called the Toll on the move, Citra, Rowan, and other major players must come to terms with their moral conflicts, the burden of their decisions, and the cost of power. "The Toll" delves into themes of justice, sacrifice, and the implications of unchecked power. Neal Shusterman concludes the series with a rich, intellectually stimulating end, presenting readers with a fulfilling but disturbing vision of humanity's future and the dynamics of control.