A retelling of Orwell’s classic dystopian novel, 1984, but from the point of view of Julia. I was initially unsure about this, but it grew on me like rampant ivy! The world building isbrilliant, and I felt completely transported. And the plight of Julia in this strange dystopia felt authentic and relatable. Newman has done such a great job, that although knowing the original text would add depth, Julia stands strongly alone.