Description

In a future where humanity resides in a colossal underground silo, life is governed by strict rules and the unspoken fear of the outside world. Generations have passed since the last known ascent, leaving only fragmented legends of a life beyond the metal walls. When Sheriff Holston defies the most sacred taboo—questioning the nature of their existence—he sets in motion a chain of events that will unravel the silo's deepest secrets and challenge everything its inhabitants believe to be true. This gripping dystopian tale explores themes of control, rebellion, and the enduring human desire for truth, even when that truth is terrifying.

Available Editions

paperback edition cover

paperback

Simon & Schuster

Published Jan 1, 2012

597 pages

ISBN: 9780358447832

available

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4.00
out of 5

3 ratings

Community Reviews(1)

@ben_ftwJun 16, 2026

If Plato's Cave were an allegory written in the modern era. Captivating read, does a good job realizing an underground world.

Details

First Published

2011

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Wool by Hugh Howey.

Death/Grief