Review: Thought provoking
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 7, 2012
I was asked to read this by the author and was very glad I did - it was fantastic, if horrific.For me, it highlighted the problems of poverty and how the downtrodden will rise up eventually, and that it only takes 'someone with charisma' to lead the way to a better life and so bring downfall to those who have always taken advantage and thought themselves more worthy.  Of course, we have all heard the phrase, 'absolute power corrupts absolutely', and history shows us this has happened time and time again, although in this book, I'm certain that the weaknesses of the 'leader' weren't just a result of the newly-found power.I am not sure if this story was in response to the idea that poverty in certain countries is viewed a sin, and a person's own fault, rather than the biased systems in place.  Whatever the reason for the tale, I could certainly relate to the fact that only 1% are lucky enough to live the way they wish, and that medicine (one example) is only available for those who can pay.  And whether or not whoever takes over may be just as bad?I thought the characters an excellent mix, which were developed brilliantly to suit the tale.A revolutionary, controversial, worthwhile and thought provoking read.