Review: A fine addition to the World of WOOL
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 04 19, 2014
First and foremost, it’s important to realize that this story proceeds along an alternate ending to WOOL. It can be a bit jarring at first if you’re not fully prepared, but the hints are recognizable and are helpful in filling in the edges of this new take on the end of the first book in the Silo Saga.That said, things have changed in Silo 18 in the twenty-odd years since Juliette survived to become mayor. Cleanings have become a thing to celebrate, not just because they preserve the view outside, but because the boys who perform them actually come back. And they truly are boys, the youngest celebrities of the silo.Petra, Tavi, and Nick worship the cleaners, the so-called Wolverines. When they finally get the chance to meet and mix with them, though, things quickly come to an unexpected and life-altering end.This was my first experience with Paul’s work and I was very impressed with the story overall. The writing was crisp, and the YA/young adult format is a welcome addition to Hugh Howey’s ever-expanding World of WOOL. I’d like to see more like this. Maybe even a sequel? Eh, Paul?