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Reviewed by Jefto Pierre for Readers' Favorite
Russell Luyt's The Midnight Factory unfolds in New Albion, a world ruled by fear and control. After a political event—known as the Great Change—takes effect, the Bureau for Virtue becomes the governing body that regulates New Albion through surveillance, propaganda, and an addictive drug called shimmer. This captivating story follows Anouk and Jimmy, two drug-dependent friends living on the margins of society. One night, after witnessing a terrifying public execution with their own eyes, Anouk and Jimmy are forced to fight for their survival. When they become separated, Anouk joins the Resistance, hoping to rescue Jimmy. She uncovers shocking secrets that make her question everything she thought to be true. In the end, can Anouk and her allies defeat the Bureau once and for all? Or will the Bureau destroy their hope for freedom?
The Midnight Factory is a dystopian sci-fi story that will grab your attention from start to finish. Through Anouk's and Jimmy's compelling journeys, this novel shows what it means to hold on to hope in a world that feels like it's beyond saving. What stood out to me the most was how authentic Anouk's and Jimmy's characters are. Their pain, fears, and small moments of bravery make the story hit hard. Russell Luyt doesn’t just describe a fractured society ruled by an oppressive governing force; he also demonstrates how drug addiction can destroy that society even further. Despite the bleakness of Anouk's and Jimmy's situation, this story isn't one of hopelessness. It shows that through small acts of kindness—and even through courageous acts of defiance—hope can still shine in the darkest of places. I found this book emotionally moving and thought-provoking. I recommend it to all dystopian sci-fi fans.
