Description
Dive into the gripping world of *The Birth Yard*, an unbridged audio book available in MP3 format. Crafted by Mallory Tater, this captivating narrative explores the harrowing journey of Sable Ursu, an 18-year-old girl caught in the oppressive grip of a patriarchal cult known as the Den. Here, female fertility and sexuality are strictly controlled, and at the dawn of their womanhood, Sable and her friends must confront the profound implications of being forcibly matched to conceive children.
As they enter their second trimester, young women are sent to the Birth Yard, where they are prepared for motherhood. Sable's growing discomfort with the pills they are prescribed and the harsh punishments for dissent fuels her desire for rebellion against the only life she has ever known. This audio book seamlessly blends contemporary social anxieties with a chilling narrative, echoing themes reminiscent of classic dystopian works like *The Handmaid's Tale* while portraying a society that is alarmingly relevant today.
*The Birth Yard* is more than just a story; it's a powerful commentary on the intricate dynamics of womanhood, autonomy, and governance, making it a must-listen for anyone drawn to thought-provoking literature. With its extraordinary storytelling and highly relevant themes, this audio book is perfect for both casual listeners and book club discussions.
Shipping is FREE, and orders typically ship within 15 days from our Auckland warehouse, with no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes.
NOTE: Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON MP3. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780655680772
Format: MP3 format
Year: 2020
Publisher: Bolinda/Audible audio
Description:
Sable Ursu has just turned 18, which means she is ready to breed. Within the confines of her world, a patriarchal cult known as the Den, female fertility and sexuality are wholly controlled by Men. In the season they come of age, Sable and her friends Mamie and Dinah are each paired with a Match with the purpose of conceiving a child.
In their second trimester, girls are sent to the Birth Yard, where they are prepared for giving birth and motherhood. Sable is unable to ignore her unease about the pills they are forced to swallow and the punishments they receive for stepping out of line. When her loyalty is questioned and her safety within the Den is threatened, she must rebel against the only life she has ever known.
Mallory Tater weaves an intricate narrative, twisting contemporary social anxieties to dizzying extremes. She meticulously deconstructs the intricate relationships between womanhood, government and the female body. A startling and important debut, The Birth Yard echoes the dark and cautionary classic, The Handmaid's Tale. But this is no dystopian world; there is no totalitarian government. The Den exists now.
As they enter their second trimester, young women are sent to the Birth Yard, where they are prepared for motherhood. Sable's growing discomfort with the pills they are prescribed and the harsh punishments for dissent fuels her desire for rebellion against the only life she has ever known. This audio book seamlessly blends contemporary social anxieties with a chilling narrative, echoing themes reminiscent of classic dystopian works like *The Handmaid's Tale* while portraying a society that is alarmingly relevant today.
*The Birth Yard* is more than just a story; it's a powerful commentary on the intricate dynamics of womanhood, autonomy, and governance, making it a must-listen for anyone drawn to thought-provoking literature. With its extraordinary storytelling and highly relevant themes, this audio book is perfect for both casual listeners and book club discussions.
Shipping is FREE, and orders typically ship within 15 days from our Auckland warehouse, with no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or taxes.
NOTE: Please note this is an AUDIO BOOK - ON MP3. Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780655680772
Format: MP3 format
Year: 2020
Publisher: Bolinda/Audible audio
Description:
Sable Ursu has just turned 18, which means she is ready to breed. Within the confines of her world, a patriarchal cult known as the Den, female fertility and sexuality are wholly controlled by Men. In the season they come of age, Sable and her friends Mamie and Dinah are each paired with a Match with the purpose of conceiving a child.
In their second trimester, girls are sent to the Birth Yard, where they are prepared for giving birth and motherhood. Sable is unable to ignore her unease about the pills they are forced to swallow and the punishments they receive for stepping out of line. When her loyalty is questioned and her safety within the Den is threatened, she must rebel against the only life she has ever known.
Mallory Tater weaves an intricate narrative, twisting contemporary social anxieties to dizzying extremes. She meticulously deconstructs the intricate relationships between womanhood, government and the female body. A startling and important debut, The Birth Yard echoes the dark and cautionary classic, The Handmaid's Tale. But this is no dystopian world; there is no totalitarian government. The Den exists now.