39 pages 1 hour read

Anna North

Outlawed

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Outlawed by Anna North, 17-year-old Ada is shunned by her community for her inability to become pregnant, leading her to flee and join a group of outcasts known as the Hole in the Wall Gang. Ada embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting societal prejudices and aligning herself with other women marginalized for their infertility or sexuality. Sensitive topics such as accusations of witchcraft and violence are present.

Reviews & Readership

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Outlawed by Anna North offers a fresh spin on the Western genre by blending feminist themes with an alternative history narrative. Praised for its intriguing premise and strong, diverse characters, it engages readers with its fast-paced plot. However, critics note that some character development feels rushed, and the story can at times be predictable. Overall, it's an inventive and empowering read despite minor shortcomings.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Outlawed?

A reader who enjoys Outlawed by Anna North would appreciate feminist westerns with a strong emphasis on female empowerment and alternative history. Fans of Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale and Charlotte Perkins Gilman's Herland will find North's narrative captivating and thought-provoking.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Western

Action / Adventure

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Topics

LGBTQ

Gender / Feminism

Love / Sexuality

Themes

Society: Community

Identity: Gender

Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice