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Dust

Dust

DystopianPost-Apocalyptic
Pages
464
Published
2013
Language
English

Synopsis

Juliette, now mayor of Silo 18, possesses secret knowledge that compels her to venture into the world she despises. She must navigate the Silos' strict laws and harsh penalties to attempt a rescue, even as she grapples with her understanding of this confined society.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

TenseDarkThought-ProvokingComplex
QuestSurvival

Genres

Dystopian Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction

About the author

H
Hugh Howey

Hugh Howey (born June 23, 1975) is an American science fiction writer best known for the Silo series — Wool, Shift and Dust — which he began self-publishing through Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing platform in 2011. Wool became a New York Times bestseller and was adapted as the Apple TV+ series Silo; his novel Beacon 23 was adapted for MGM+. He has also written the Sand series and the short story collection Machine Learning, and has edited and contributed to anthology series including The Apoca...

Characters

Juliette FerrarsProtagonist
All characters in Dust

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Dust a standalone novel?

    Dust is the third and final book in the Silo series, concluding the story arc that began with Wool and continued in Shift. For the best experience, it is recommended to read the books in order to fully understand the characters' journeys and the unfolding mysteries of their world.

  • Is there a TV adaptation of the Silo series?

    The Silo series, which includes Dust, has been adapted into a television series. The adaptation covers the events and characters from the books, offering a visual interpretation of the underground world and its inhabitants.

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