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Naomi Alderman
English novelist, game writer, and television executive producer.
The Power
Synopsis
In a world where teenage girls suddenly develop the power to inflict intense pain and even death with a thought, society is thrown into chaos. This novel explores the seismic shifts in gender dynamics and power structures as women begin to wield a terrifying new authority. It's a story about how absolute power corrupts and the complex ways individuals and societies adapt to radical change.
Genres
Characters
Allie (The Power)Protagonist
A teenager raised in foster care who reinvents herself as the preacher Mother Eve after discovering her power.
Tunde EdoProtagonist
A young journalist from Lagos who travels the world filming the upheaval as it spreads.
Margot ClearyProtagonist
An American politician whose career accelerates as the balance of power shifts.
Tatiana MoskalevSupporting
The Moldovan president who founds a new state built around the new order.
Bernie MonkeSupporting
Roxy's father, a London crime boss.
Women's Prize for Fiction (2017)
Frequently asked questions
Does The Power have a TV adaptation?
The novel was adapted into a television series, which premiered on a major streaming platform. The series explores the same core premise of women developing a new physical ability and the societal changes that follow.
Did The Power win any major awards?
The Power was awarded the Women's Prize for Fiction, a significant literary award recognizing excellence in fiction written by women in English. This award highlights its impact and critical acclaim within the literary world.
Is The Power a standalone novel?
The Power is a standalone novel, presenting a complete narrative arc within its pages. While it explores a world-altering premise, the story concludes without requiring further installments.