Paolo BacigalupiScience Fiction · Dystopian·b. 1972
Ship breaker
Synopsis
In a future where grounded oil tankers are scavenged for parts, teenage Nailer works a dangerous job just to survive. When a hurricane beaches a pristine clipper ship, he discovers a wealthy survivor who could change his life forever. Nailer must choose between stripping the ship for its valuable resources or helping the mysterious girl, a decision that will determine his future in a harsh world.
How it reads
Prose complexity 4/10
Content warnings (1)
Violence

